Bennett Wood
Southport,NC
Summary
I am a talented creative professional with a background in sales, film and digital media. I work well with others as an encouraging team member who isn't afraid to think outside of the box and will take the initiative to get things accomplished. So far in my career, I have made lasting business relationships, handled numerous projects and made decisions resulting in saving companies thousands of dollars in operating cost'. Maintaining an upbeat attitude, while having attention to detail and the desire to learn new things are just a few of my positive attributes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Riverside Adventure Company
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Cash register, opening and closing store operations.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Managed kayak, paddle board and surf rentals.
Sales Associate
Custom Home Furniture Outlet
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
Manager
OKI Scoop And Donut Shop
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Applying leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows to meet any daily demand
- Keyholder, responsible for all store operations
Landscape & Turf Grass Management
Pride Landscape Maintenance LLC
04.2019 - 10.2020
- Landscape yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and shrubs as well as cutting the grass, edging and weed eating
- Performed weekly yard maintenance to multiple satisfied customers
- Applied weed and pest-killing chemicals to lawns to protect growth and improve the attractiveness of the customer's property
- Responsible for project estimates and quotes
Server
Duffers Pub & Grille
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Responsible for taking food and drink orders, serving and opening and closing operations.
- Kept updated knowledge of menu and promotions, recommending specific items according to preferences and food allergies.
- Maintained table settings by removing courses, replacing utensils and refilling beverages promptly and courteously.
Front Of House Staff & Baker
Nancy Jo’s Homemade Bakery
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Responsible for opening and closing operations, baking and representing the bakery at local farmers markets and training new hires
Director Of Photography / Cinematographer
Mite
10.2016 - 06.2018
- Traveled abroad to film and document humanitarian projects for the nonprofit.
- Collaborated with project manager and editors to produce videos for each mission to present to donors.
Front Of House
Gabriela's Bakery and Patisserie
06.2017 - 11.2017
- Keyholder - Responsible for opening and closing operations
- Taking orders for custom cakes and pastries
- Informing customers about the food - Recipes, seasonal items, allergen information
- Operation of Clover/Square POS system
Product Development and Marketing
Short Run Pro
06.2016 - 02.2017
- In charge of social media, product development and marketing for one of the companies brands. Successfully re-branded the company from "Computer Bracket Solutions" to "oeveo".
- Graphics - Used Photoshop to make graphics for products and promotions on the brand's website. Formatted text and graphics for blog posts, newsletters, and other materials.
- Sales - Worked on amazon.com Seller Central, ran promotions and sales, made product descriptions, images and handled customer complaints and returns
- Customer service - Took orders, answered questions about products and handled logistics. Worked with customers and vendors to design and develop custom products to fit their needs
- Logistics & Warehouse - Filled and shipped out orders while keeping up with the demand of Seller Fulfilled Prime. Took inventory and kept track of incoming and outgoing freight shipments
Sales Associate
Michael Kors
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Responsible for meeting sales goals, front counter operations and informing customers about current products and promotions.
- Maintained the Michael Kors "Jet Set" level of style for all shifts.
- Closing duties included cleaning; organizing racks and shelves to maintain the visual appeal of the store.
- Highest register up-sales for the quarter.
Office Administrative Assistant
Gaston College
06.2014 - 12.2014
- Paid internship in the Work-Based Learning program. Collaborated with teachers and administrators at Gaston College to produce video lectures for E-learning courses.
Background Actor
Fox Entertainment Group
05.2014 - 09.2014
- Background actor on the TV show "Sleepy Hollow" Season two. Worked with crew and cast on shoots at various locations in and around North Carolina
- Performed alongside well-known actors, including Tom Mison and Orlando Jones
Team Member
McDonald's
03.2013 - 02.2014
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations
- Responsible for training new hires
- Prepared quality products while maintaining proper food safety practices, portion control and presentation within service goal times
Lead Cinematographer
Walker Reed Music Group
01.2014 - 02.2014
- Oversaw all phases of video production for music video shoots, from pre- to post-production.
- Scheduled video shoots at various locations, collaborated with lighting and audio professionals to produce music videos for client.
Education
Film and Video
The Savannah College of Art And Design
Savannah GA06.2016
Certificate in Broadcasting and Production Technology - Broadcasting with a concentration in film
Gaston College
Dallas, NC05.2015
Skills
- Exceptional customer service
- Digital video production process
- Knowledge in graphic design
- Sales training
- Cash register operations
- Control room floor experience
- Project management
- Opening and closing procedures
- Inventory management
- Shipment processing
Timeline
Sales Associate
Riverside Adventure Company
03.2023 - 11.2023
Sales Associate
Custom Home Furniture Outlet
01.2022 - 07.2022
Server
Duffers Pub & Grille
10.2019 - 03.2020
Manager
OKI Scoop And Donut Shop
08.2019 - 03.2021
Landscape & Turf Grass Management
Pride Landscape Maintenance LLC
04.2019 - 10.2020
Front Of House Staff & Baker
Nancy Jo’s Homemade Bakery
02.2019 - 12.2019
Front Of House
Gabriela's Bakery and Patisserie
06.2017 - 11.2017
Director Of Photography / Cinematographer
Mite
10.2016 - 06.2018
Product Development and Marketing
Short Run Pro
06.2016 - 02.2017
Sales Associate
Michael Kors
01.2016 - 04.2016
Office Administrative Assistant
Gaston College
06.2014 - 12.2014
Background Actor
Fox Entertainment Group
05.2014 - 09.2014
Lead Cinematographer
Walker Reed Music Group
01.2014 - 02.2014
Team Member
McDonald's
03.2013 - 02.2014
Film and Video
The Savannah College of Art And Design
Certificate in Broadcasting and Production Technology - Broadcasting with a concentration in film
Gaston College
Similar Profiles
Grace MeyerGrace Meyer
Retail Employee at Riverside Adventure CompanyRetail Employee at Riverside Adventure Company
Kaitlin LakeKaitlin Lake
Owner/Operator at Etowah Adventure CompanyOwner/Operator at Etowah Adventure Company
JANET KENNYJANET KENNY
Senior Operations Coordinator at The Africa Adventure CompanySenior Operations Coordinator at The Africa Adventure Company
Ellie HarringtonEllie Harrington
Assistant Manager at Haven of SouthportAssistant Manager at Haven of Southport
Robin HardisonRobin Hardison
Treasurer/Administrative Assistant at Brunswick County SchoolsTreasurer/Administrative Assistant at Brunswick County Schools