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Abigail Smith

Schnecksville,Pa

Summary

Proficient Graphic Designer knowledgeable about logos, marketing materials and website design. Demonstrated success at providing complete business services to corporate clients. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Ski Instructor

Blue Mountain Resort
12.2016 - 04.2021
  • Trained and coached children and adults how to ski and advance their abilities
  • Executed all responsibilities of being a team member including customer service, assisting all areas needed around the mountain
  • Which included sanitizing, putting away gear, sorting, general cleaning
  • Also demonstrating my job to new employees each year, and assessing their progress and abilities, etc
  • When teaching I would create a fun game-filled learning environment, everything depending on age and ability as well as the guests' goals.

Photographer

01.2018 - Current
  • Shot unique, artistic photos through knowledge of composition and photography fundamentals
  • Created memorable photography for special events to delight clients
  • Offered outstanding service, maximizing client satisfaction and obtaining numerous referrals
  • Stayed up-to-date on industry best practices, trends, and new technologies.

French Teacher, Elementary

Parkland High School
02.2019 - 04.2019
  • Collaborated on and implemented innovative pedagogical initiatives that focused on student-first, hands-on and experiential learning to foster French instruction.
  • Established positive rapport with students, fostering an environment of trust and open communication.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.

Ski Lift Operator

Blue Mountain Ski Resort
12.2019 - 04.2021
  • Communicated with other lift operators about high-risk lift riders.
  • Contributed to a positive work culture by actively participating in team meetings, sharing feedback, and offering suggestions for improvement.
  • Provided excellent customer service through friendly interaction with guests while answering questions or addressing concerns about the ski lift operations.
  • Followed posted height and age restrictions and denied access to attraction for guests under minimum requirements.

Host

Bj's Restaurant and Brewhouse
07.2021 - Current
  • Politely greeted guests, while escorting them to an assigned table based on a rotation
  • Familiarized myself with the computer program, setting up floor plans, assigning servers to different sections based on the number of tables available
  • Placed people on a waiting list as well as called them in an appropriate amount of time, making sure to input all needed information into the computer
  • Presented the guests with clean menus, while making sure they had napkins and silverware
  • Quickly and politely addressed any concerns or complaints given by guests, getting the management only when needed.

Take-Out Server

Bj's Restaurant and Brewhouse
05.2022 - Current
  • Answered phone calls promptly, taking down customer orders or addressing inquiries about menu offerings
  • Packaged orders efficiently while ensuring food presentation standards were maintained
  • Offered recommendations for popular dishes or special promotions to upsell additional items to customers
  • Handled cash, credit, and debit transactions securely, providing correct change
  • Maintained clean and organized workspace throughout shifts by wiping down surfaces and restocking supplies as needed.

Freelance Graphic Designer

1 2023 - Current
  • Delivered projects with creativity, speed and accuracy, utilizing exceptional layout and design skills
  • Prepared final print-ready image files to send to production
  • Edited photos using advanced photo editing software like Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom
  • Managed multiple design projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines
  • Presented creative concepts to clients and implemented feedback to improve designs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Parkland High School
Allentown, PA
05.2001 -

Skills

Software

Photoshop

Illustrator

Indesign

Excel

Microsoft applications

Artistic Accomplishments, Awards...

When Applicable 

Accomplishments

    Presented at school districts art shows for 9 year in a row.

Volunteer

- Church Alter Server, 6 years 

-Church Fair, 4 summers

Timeline

Take-Out Server

Bj's Restaurant and Brewhouse
05.2022 - Current

Host

Bj's Restaurant and Brewhouse
07.2021 - Current

Ski Lift Operator

Blue Mountain Ski Resort
12.2019 - 04.2021

French Teacher, Elementary

Parkland High School
02.2019 - 04.2019

Photographer

01.2018 - Current

Ski Instructor

Blue Mountain Resort
12.2016 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Indiana University of Pennsylvania
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Indiana University of Pennsylvania
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Parkland High School
05.2001 -

Freelance Graphic Designer

1 2023 - Current
Abigail Smith