Extremely broad background when it comes to employment experience resulting in a proficiency performing any task from applying the perfect makeup application to successfully navigating any office setting. Highly skilled with words due to the deepest passion lying in writing. Can put together a story from start to finish with ease. Possesses a need to find out and tell the truth about all situations. Becoming an investigative journalist is a lifelong dream. Has a 3.8 GPA and is currently enrolled at Stony Brook University working towards a Bachelors Degree in Journalism with plans of acquiring a Masters Degree by 2026.
Skills
Perfect Team Builder
Proficient Decision Making
Excellent Multitasking Abilities
Effective Interpersonal Communication, Verbal and Written
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Attentive Planning and Coordination
Great Organization and Time Management
Productive and Self-Motivated
Knowledgeable With Multiple Data Entry Methods and Programs
Amazing Attention to Detail
Talented Eye for Beauty and Perfection
Courteous and Pleasurable Telephone Etiquette
Work History
11/2019 to 09/2021
Makeup ArtistBare Escentuals Beauty, Inc. – , , Multiple Locality
Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
Conducted consultations to understand client's desired outcome and assessed skin type and face structure.
Maintained full stock of inventory and properly sanitized makeup tools to avoid spread of infection.
Applied makeup in accordance with clothing style.
Provided clients with personalized skincare recommendations to support maintenance of healthy skin, which contributed to approximate return client rate of 90%.
Professionally applied makeup to 15-25 customers average per month for outings, proms, weddings, funerals and other occasions and events.
03/2019 to 11/2019
Jewelry ConsultantWindermere Real Estate – , , Lake Grove, NY
Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options.
Completed store opening and closing procedures as per company guidelines.
Asked open-ended questions to determine exactly what customers required, available budgets and target recipient for each purchase.
Performed general maintenance and light cleaning of showroom.
Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
Worked with other sales associates to deliver excellent customer service and cut wait times at registers.
Provided dynamic service to customers through active engagement, direct eye contact, and well-honed listening skills, growing sales by 15%
Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
Oversaw and processed payments made by credit and debit cards and cash and provided correct change if applicable.
Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
Informed customers of current store promotions to encourage additional sales purchases.
Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing ways to boost sales.
Refunded payments for returned items, processed exchanges and offered store credit to achieve customer satisfaction.
Developed extensive conflict resolution skills as result of diffusing tense situations with unhappy customers.
Replenished merchandise from inventory during downtime when stock became low.
Attended company trainings and seminars on such topics as customer engagement strategies, marketing and promotions and attaining sales goals and milestones.
Upsold warranties and purchase add-ons to customers to drive sales revenues and achieve sales goals.
Supported loss prevention goals by monitoring shopper behavior.
Mentored new sales associates on store return policies and customer service techniques.
Tracked down hard-to-find merchandise at diverse locations.
Informed customers of upcoming promotions.
01/2017 to 07/2018
Real Estate SalespersonCrystal Bees – , , East Islip, NY
Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences resulting in 100% of clients with purchased or sold properties.
Generated leads for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals.
Wrote listings detailing and professionally highlighting property features to increase sales chances.
Liaised between buyers and sellers to provide positive experiences for both parties.
Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
Followed up with prospective buyers regarding incentives from builder and new developments in surrounding area.
Informed home buyer of sales, construction and warranty processes.
Worked closely with clients to facilitate appropriate loans, inspections and credit reports.
Handled day-to-day happenings of real estate office to consistently grow client base and increase revenue.
Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
Compiled lists of properties that met buyers' needs and financial resources.
Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements and budgets.
Wrote contracts to outline sales and purchases of properties.
Educated clients on changing or updating properties, buying and selling techniques and processes to maintain curb appeal.
Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
Interviewed clients and generated lists of potential properties meeting specific requirements from available listings.
Prepared homes for client arrivals during open house events and established signage and way finding aids.
Advised sellers on ways to increase curb appeal and make homes more appealing to potential buyers.
Completed property walk through before completing deals to uphold accuracy in listings and appraisals.
Educated clients by delivering explanations of short sales processes, mortgage loan processing and foreclosures.
Increased home sales through persuasion, negotiation and closing prowess.
07/1999 to 01/2008
Office ManagerPrima Asphalt – , , Holtsville, NY
Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and recordkeeping.
Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
Managed budgets, appointment scheduling, employee and event itineraries and accounts to improve productivity initiatives.
Compared vendor prices and negotiated for optimal savings.
Utilized client and staff feedback to maintain customer partnerships and increase revenue.
Prepared meeting materials and took clear notes to distribute to stakeholders.
Initiated timely project management within budget constraints for multi-faceted problems concerning executive leaders.
Education
Expected in 05/2024 to to
Bachelor of Arts: Journalism SUNY Stony Brook - Stony Brook, NY GPA:
Expected in 05/2022 to to
Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts And General Studies Suffolk County Community College - Selden, NY GPA:
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