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Brian Bell

Salem

Summary

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales/Designer/Installer

Total Office Interiors
10.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.
  • Contributed to the development of internal resources such as training manuals, standard operating procedures, and other documentation relevant to the Sales Designer role.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with personalized design consultations and followups.
  • Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.

Sales/Designer

Rick's Custom Fencing & Decking
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • Generated increased revenue by identifying upsell opportunities during client consultations and design implementation stages.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with personalized design consultations and followups.
  • Provided exceptional post-sales support to further enhance customer satisfaction levels.
  • Trained junior sales designers on best practices for client communication and presentation skills, improving overall team performance.

Director of Bands

Salem Keizer School District
08.2006 - 12.2021
  • Coordinated engaging field trips to concerts, workshops, masterclasses, or other relevant cultural experiences for student enrichment.
  • Organized successful fundraising campaigns to support program needs such as instrument purchases, travel expenses, and competition fees.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering open communication between students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
  • Led band ensembles to numerous regional, state, and national awards in competitions, festivals, and parades.
  • Managed budgetary responsibilities for department resources, ensuring effective allocation of funds for equipment, music, and events.
  • Maintained an organized inventory system for instruments, sheet music library materials ensuring proper care maintenance of valuable resources.

Secondary Music Coordinator

Alamogordo Public Schools
05.2005 - 05.2006
  • Collaborated with artists and performers to create successful concerts, resulting in increased ticket sales.
  • Elevated brand recognition by collaborating with local media outlets for event promotion.

Director of Bands

Alamogordo Public Schools
08.2004 - 05.2006

Director of Bands

Socorro ISD
08.1997 - 05.2004

Education

Master of Arts - Music Education/Instrumental Conducting

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM

Skills

  • Sales presentations
  • Client needs assessment
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Detail-oriented
  • Organization and prioritization
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Professionalism
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Continuous improvement
  • Customer service
  • Adaptability
  • Project management

Timeline

Sales/Designer/Installer

Total Office Interiors
10.2023 - Current

Sales/Designer

Rick's Custom Fencing & Decking
01.2022 - 10.2023

Director of Bands

Salem Keizer School District
08.2006 - 12.2021

Secondary Music Coordinator

Alamogordo Public Schools
05.2005 - 05.2006

Director of Bands

Alamogordo Public Schools
08.2004 - 05.2006

Director of Bands

Socorro ISD
08.1997 - 05.2004

Master of Arts - Music Education/Instrumental Conducting

New Mexico State University

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

New Mexico State University
Brian Bell