Illustrator
Anasia Cruz
Graphic Designer
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Graphic Designer
Detox Design
Virginia Beach, VA
07.2019 - Current
- Designed website layouts, templates and unique branded looks.
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and manage project milestones.
- Researched trends and projected industry changes to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout and color in design work.
- Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
- Completed in-depth product design tests using updated software tools.
Hostess
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2021 - Current
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Assigned patrons to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
- Cultivated positive guest relations by managing information and orchestrating speedy seating.
- Watched dining area staff to evaluate server loads and calculate accurate wait times.
- Documented reservations and communicated changes to guests.
- Planned and executed 5-guest parties by organizing menus, spaces and special requests
Sales Associate
Forever 21
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Interacted with high volume of customers daily, building strong customer base, providing personalized product guidance, resolving issues, and handling returns
- Motivated team by promoting teamwork, rewarding positive behavior, and encouraging optimism
- Performed daily department tasks including stocking, creating merchandise displays, remerchandising, pricing markdowns, transferring merchandise, inventory control, and processing transactions
- Maintained knowledge of current sales, sales promotions, payment and exchanges policies
Cashier
Ynot Italian Vending
Virginia Beach, VA
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Dedicated to providing outstanding customer service and received numerous outstanding customer comments/tips.
- Maintained cheerful, friendly attitude towards customers while correctly handling cash register.
- Worked closely with manager, kitchen, and coworkers to ensure success of venue.
- Processed customer refunds and exchanges according to established guidelines
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA 09.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Advanced Technology Center
Virginia Beach, VA 09.2017 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Bayside High School
Virginia Beach, VA 09.2015 - 06.2019
Skills
Illustration
Logo design
Adobe Creative Suite
Graphic design
Image manipulation
Website graphics
Interactive communication skills
Customer assistance
Problem-solving skills
Impression management
Performance improvement
Product knowledge
Time management skills
Software
Photoshop
Indesign
Timeline
Hostess
Applebee's Grill + Bar
09.2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design
Tidewater Community College
09.2021 - Current
Sales Associate
Forever 21
08.2019 - 09.2021
Graphic Designer
Detox Design
07.2019 - Current
Cashier
Ynot Italian Vending
04.2019 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Advanced Technology Center
09.2017 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Bayside High School
09.2015 - 06.2019