Kind Words, Big Results

“From securing sponsors, like Posca, to coordinating with artists, to communicating with the internal team and the public through social media posts – Mel did it all, and they did it all well!”

—Robert König, Founder, Creative Director, Marketing

Tapeover Berlin

Professional Endorsements

  • Mar Gloria Ruiz Cabeza (she/her) Neuropsychologist and Illustrator

    "One of Mel's standout qualities is their excellent communication skills. Whether coordinating with other team members or liaising with external partners, Mel ensured that everyone stayed informed and that tasks progressed smoothly. They were consistently clear, approachable, and organized, which helped foster a positive and productive working environment. Mel also brought an incredible attitude to every aspect of the project. "

  • Robert König, TAPE OVER Berlin, Founder, Creative Director, Marketing

    "Mel demonstrated determination, strong communication, leadership skills, and high levels of personal and professional competence...... Anyone who has worked in event planning knows things don't always go as planned. When this happened, Mel handled the situation with kind, clear, concise communication. They were able to quickly and efficiently solve problems, while still making people feel seen and heard. They stayed late when needed and tried to prevent all of us from needing to stay late by being organized. The event was one of our best, not only from my perspective but also from the feedback we got from artists and the community. I would happily hire Mel to organize, plan, and execute another event for us."

  • Rebecca Dymond, M.Ed. Provost and Learning Skills Department Chair Leelanau School

    "I wholeheartedly recommend Mel for any opportunity they pursue, confident that they will bring the same level of commitment and determination that I was privileged to witness during our time together"

Letters of Recommendation

Robert König

TAPE OVER Berlin , Founder, Creative Director, Marketing Jonastrasse 22, Berlin DE

To whom it may concern,

It is my pleasure to recommend Mel Luna for a position at your organization. In the fall of 2023, Mel came to my company, Tapeover Berlin (a company that specializes in mural installations, exhibitions, and artworks surrounding Tapeart), looking for internship opportunities. Impressed with their portfolio, CV, and in-person interview, we happily invited them onto the team. They worked with us from late September 2023 to February 2024, and during that time, Mel demonstrated determination, strong communication, leadership skills, and high levels of personal and professional competence.

During their internship, Mel was driven and extremely hardworking. Working closely with our permanent employees, and the three other interns at Tapeover Berlin, Mel quickly took a leadership role in organizing our "Caught on Tape, Sticky Icons" exhibition, held in-house at our Berlin studio in November 2023. From securing sponsors, like Posca, to coordinating with artists, to communicating with the internal team and the public through social media posts – Mel did it all, and they did it all well! They used appropriate tools, like Notion, Google Sheets, and Google Forms, to coordinate workflow and keep track of progress toward milestones and goals. We had weekly progress and planning meetings with Mel, and they were always prepared and excited to share their progress.

Anyone who has worked in event planning knows things don't always go as planned. When this happened, Mel handled the situation with kind, clear, concise communication. They were able to quickly and efficiently solve problems, while still making people feel seen and heard. They stayed late when needed and tried to prevent all of us from needing to stay late by being organized. The event was one of our best, not only from my perspective but also from the feedback we got from artists and the community. I would happily hire Mel to organize, plan, and execute another event for us.

In addition to our in-house exhibition, Mel worked hard to support our team working on corporate projects. Many of these projects were on-site installations and involved very tight timelines, often with corporate clients also on-site. Mel was on time, dependable, and ready and willing to help with whatever task we assigned. Mel stayed calm despite time pressures and made themselves available when we needed them. They took the initiative to proactively help and problem-solve when possible, but they asked specific questions when an issue was beyond their scope of knowledge.

In conclusion, I’m very glad we hired Mel as an intern. Even though we are sad to see Mel leave, we are excited to see where their career takes them. They have a lot of potential, and given their drive and determination, I’m confident they’ll succeed in whatever they choose to do. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions.

Best regards,

Robert König

Mar Gloria Ruiz Cabeza

Neuropsychologist and Illustrator linkedin.com/in/margloriaruizcabeza

To Whom It May Concern,

I am delighted to recommend Mel Luna, with whom I had the pleasure of working during our time together at TapeOver. We collaborated closely on the Shein mural installation and exhibition, and Mel's contributions were essential to the success of the project. One of Mel's standout qualities is their excellent communication skills. Whether coordinating with other team members or liaising with external partners, Mel ensured that everyone stayed informed and that tasks progressed smoothly. They were consistently clear, approachable, and organized, which helped foster a positive and productive working environment. Mel also brought an incredible attitude to every aspect of the project. They maintained a positive, solutions-oriented approach, even when challenges arose. Their enthusiasm and proactive mindset made them a pleasure to work with, and their ability to handle both creative and logistical tasks was impressive. I highly recommend Mel for any role they pursue, and I am confident that their strong communication skills, positive attitude, and dedication will make them a valuable asset to any team.

Sincerely

Mar Gloria Ruiz Cabeza

(she/her)

Neuropsychologist and Illustrator

Rebecca Dymond

Provost, The Leelanau School  231.334.5886 bdymond@leelanau.org

To Whom It May Concern,

I am delighted to recommend Mel Luna, a former student of mine at The Leelanau School, where I served as their learning specialist. Mel exemplified exceptional dedication and resilience throughout their academic journey, consistently overcoming challenges with unwavering commitment. Mel’s achievement of graduating a year early speaks volumes about their outstanding work ethic and exceptional organizational skills. During our time together, Mel showcased remarkable independent learning abilities, self-discipline, and a genuine eagerness to enhance their skills across a diverse range of subjects. They actively sought out resources and strategies, ensuring that they consistently performed at their best. Beyond their academic strengths, Mel was consistently reliable and met every expectation we set during our sessions. Their perseverance and determination will undoubtedly serve them well in any endeavor they choose. I have no doubt that Mel will continue to excel as they embark on their professional journey. I wholeheartedly recommend Mel for any opportunity they pursue, confident that they will bring the same level of commitment and determination that I was privileged to witness during our time together.

Sincerely,

Rebecca Dymond, M.Ed.

Provost and Learning Skills Department Chair

Leelanau School