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Overview
Work History
Education
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BJ PAPAS

LOS ANGELES,CA

Summary

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Wardrobe Assistant

Freelancers Union 705
LOS ANGELES, CA
01.2010 - 05.2022
  • Organized and maintained wardrobe department documents, including inventory records and rental contracts.
  • Assisted with the selection of costumes for productions, ensuring accuracy to period and character.
  • Managed daily maintenance of wardrobe area, including laundering costumes and cleaning dressing rooms.
  • Assisted with organizing fittings for cast members prior to shooting days.
  • Supervised the return process for rented costumes at the end of each production cycle.
  • Organized and cleared dressing room area by removing items and accessories.

Salesperson

Necromance
LOS ANGELES, CA
03.2020 - 05.2022
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
  • Provided personalized service to build relationships with customers.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate products or services for their needs.
  • Placed orders and answered customer questions in-person, through email and over phone to maximize customer service.
  • Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.
  • Counted cash, made change and stored coupons to keep organized and balanced cash register drawer.
  • Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
  • Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
  • Operated register, handled cash and processed credit card transactions.
  • Replenished and arranged items to maintain appearance.
  • Recruited, hired and trained new hires to optimize profitability.

Photographer

Self-employeed
NEW YORK, NY
09.1986 - 02.2010
  • Photographed rock bands live, in studio and on locations.
  • My work has been published in magazines such as Rolling Stone, Thrasher, Spin, Guitar World, Revolver
  • My images have been used on many albums including Salt n Pepa, Bad Brains and Sick of it All to name a few.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Photography

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
06-1986

Skills

  • Organizational Skills
  • Crew oversight
  • Team building
  • Skilled in Excel, Word, Photoshop, Illustrator
  • Problem-Solving
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Certification

  • Certified Lifeguard
  • Swim Instructor
  • Assistant Swim Coach
  • Swim Team 1974-1982
  • Tennis Team 1976-1982

References

  • Michelle Tomaszewski 323.244.8085
  • Nancy Smith 310.498.6351
  • Rainy Jacobs 818 434 7677

Timeline

Salesperson

Necromance
03.2020 - 05.2022

Wardrobe Assistant

Freelancers Union 705
01.2010 - 05.2022

Photographer

Self-employeed
09.1986 - 02.2010

Associate of Applied Science - Photography

Fashion Institute of Technology
BJ PAPAS