Hi, I’m
Carmen Braghetta
Exeter,CA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a rich background in creative and customer-focused roles. Excelled in art design, concept development, and client relationships, enhancing brand visibility and customer satisfaction. Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and public speaking, achieving consistent client praise and significant project success.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Business
Artist
03.2015 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
- Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Sold original art pieces through online platforms, gallery exhibitions, and direct customer interactions, generating consistent revenue streams while maintaining an active artist presence within the community.
- Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.
- Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
- Developed art and design concepts.
- Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
- Selected and purchased materials for art projects.
- Produced sketches and drafts to refine artwork before completion.
Levi's Outlet Store
Sales Associate
01.2013 - 08.2013
Job overview
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
Starbucks, Barista
Barista
07.2007 - 07.2009
Job overview
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and foster loyalty.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
Fazendinha
Sales Associate
08.2000 - 03.2007
Job overview
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Wizard Language Schools
English as a Second Language Teacher
01.2002 - 07.2005
Job overview
- Enhanced students'' language proficiency by utilizing diverse teaching methods and materials.
- Increased student confidence through regular feedback and personalized instruction.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Designed interactive lessons to engage all learning styles and promote active participation.
- Advised school administration on the selection of appropriate ESL resources and materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Established strong rapport with students, parents, and fellow educators, fostering positive relationships within the school community.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices, creating a supportive teaching community.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Collaborated with teachers and department heads to meet quarterly and yearly educational goals.
- Mentored new teachers in ESL methodologies, providing guidance on effective classroom management techniques.
Education
National UniversityLa Jolla, CA
Bachelor of Arts from Business And Accounting
02-2026
College of The SequoiasVisalia, CA
Associate of Science from Science And Math
05-2023
TOEFLOnline
TEFL from Teaching English As A Foreign Language
07-2021
Skills
- Artistic flair
- Superb attention to detail
- Client relationships
- Social media promotion
- Public speaking
- Project design
- Concept development
- Networking skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Critical analysis
- Sales strategies
- Microsoft Office Suite
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Crafting and DIY Projects. Skilled wood artisan.
Timeline
Artist
Home Business
03.2015 - 06.2021
Sales Associate
Levi's Outlet Store
01.2013 - 08.2013
Barista
Starbucks, Barista
07.2007 - 07.2009
English as a Second Language Teacher
Wizard Language Schools
01.2002 - 07.2005
Sales Associate
Fazendinha
08.2000 - 03.2007
National University
Bachelor of Arts from Business And Accounting
College of The Sequoias
Associate of Science from Science And Math
TOEFL
TEFL from Teaching English As A Foreign Language
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