Allen Xiong
Coon Rapids,MN
Summary
My name is Allen Xiong, and I am a photographer and videographer with expertise that extends beyond photo and video production. I bring experience in social media management, content creation, and over five years of in-depth knowledge of automotive work and dealership operations. I am skilled in communication, customer service, time management, and meeting deadlines with urgency, as well as proficient in photo and video editing.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Inventory Manager, Photographer, Paint Touch Up
Lincoln of Bloomington
Bloomington, MN
12.2024 - Current
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure accurate stock management.
- Assisted in organizing and labeling inventory for easy identification.
- Conducted regular audits to verify stock accuracy and availability.
Social Media Manager, Photographer/Videographer
Self
Minneapolis, MN
09.2022 - Current
- Aid in the production of photo and video for an automotive clothing brand. Own and ran by my friends and I.
Service Assistant
Rapids Honda
Coon Rapids, Minnesota
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided product information.
- Collaborated with technicians to ensure timely completion of services.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the service area consistently.
Automotive Detailer
Brookdale Honda
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Cleaned and polished vehicle exteriors using professional-grade cleaning products.
- Vacuumed and shampooed interiors to remove dirt and stains effectively.
- Applied protective coatings to surfaces, enhancing appearance and longevity.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and reported findings to management.
- Washed wide range of vehicles each day.
- Cleaned interior and exterior of vehicles using vacuums, steamers, polishers, buffers and other detailing tools.
- Cleaned windows inside and outside of vehicle with appropriate cleaning solution and paper towels.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN 09.2019 - 06.2022
Skills
- Communication with managers and colleagues to ensure the best work outcome
- Great sense of urgency to meet deadlines
- Proficient with technical work and editing softwares
- Great understanding of the dealership system (5 years of automotive dealership employment)
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Inventory Manager, Photographer, Paint Touch Up
Lincoln of Bloomington
12.2024 - Current
Service Assistant
Rapids Honda
05.2023 - 05.2024
Social Media Manager, Photographer/Videographer
Self
09.2022 - Current
Automotive Detailer
Brookdale Honda
01.2022 - 02.2023
Associate of Arts -
Metropolitan State University
09.2019 - 06.2022