Kelsea Harris-Capuano — Warehouse Lead at PROPAIN Bicycles

In My Own Words

Outdoor industry professional. Environmental studies, outdoor education and communications background. I have experience in a number of facets of the outdoor industry. I spent over five years in the outdoor industry guiding and facilitating meaningful outdoor experiences for kids and young adults at organizations like Outward Bound. I have also worked as a copywriter, in retail, in the shop tuning bikes, skis and snowboards ,and have spent time in bike production. A bit of a jack of all trades, I have an understanding of a lot of aspects of the outdoor industry. I enjoy work that is meaningful and includes a community of people who are passionate about getting outside.

Work Experience

Warehouse Lead

PROPAIN Bicycles

2023 – Present

Orchestrate and maintain the flow of production of bike orders. Pull frames and prep them for builds. Select parts and components and organize them for mechanics. Quality control builds, pack and ship fully assembled bikes. Organize and restock parts as needed.

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Copywriter

evo

2022 – 2023

Created quality, fun and engaging copy that expressed the tone and ethos of evo. I wrote copy for travel, ski, snowboard, surf, bike, outdoor gear for evo's many platforms including email, website, text and social media.

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Writing Intern

Outdoor Writer's Association of America

2020 – 2021

Reported and wrote feature articles on conservation and outdoor topics Edited and proofread layouts for OWAA's magazine publication: Outdoors Unlimited

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Journalism Intern

Flathead Lake Biological Station

2020 – 2020

Reported and wrote six stories for publication Interviewed and observed scientists, researchers and station functions Developed science literacy and communication skills

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Lead Instructor

Deer Hill Expeditions

2012 – 2012

Led wilderness backpacking, rafting trips for kids ages 12-17 in mountain and desert environments Supported field-based expeditions, managed logistics