Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Projects
Languages
Leadership Affiliations
Timeline
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Carmen McDowell

Carthage,NC

Summary

Motivated leader with extensive experience in retail and mentorship, demonstrating strong customer service and team-building skills. Proven communicator with a creative background in media and photography. Senior Speech-Language Pathology student, graduating May 2025, recognized on the Dean's List multiple times, committed to professionalism and service.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Assistant Manager

Foot Locker
Greensboro, North Carolina
10.2023 - Current
  • Oversee store operations, staff coordination, and customer service.
  • Train and supervise team members to meet sales and brand standards.
  • Maintain inventory flow, merchandising, and store presentation.
  • Build strong customer relationships and handle escalations professionally.
  • Employee of the Quarter - Two consecutive quarters (2024).

Founder / CEO / Photographer

C'napshot Photography
, North Carolina
03.2023 - Current
  • Provide photography for portraits, events, and creative projects.
  • Lead marketing, branding, editing, and client experience.
  • Produce visually appealing media content and manage business operations.

Consultant

AMarks the Spot Wellness
Southern Pines, NC
01.2023 - Current
  • Support client wellness needs through product guidance and engagement.
  • Promote health initiatives through community outreach.

Assistant Manager

Hibbett Sports
Southern Pines, NC
10.2020 - 01.2023
  • Executed daily operations, scheduling, and customer service strategies.
  • Supported store sales through product knowledge and team motivation.
  • Assisted in inventory accuracy and merchandising.
  • Employee of the Month (x3) in 2022.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology

North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC
08.2015 - 11.2025

High School Diploma -

Union Pines High School
Cameron, NC
08.2018 - 01/2021

Skills

  • Leadership and team management
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Professional conduct
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Photography and media editing
  • POS system expertise
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Employee scheduling
  • Goal setting techniques
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Data analysis
  • SOAP notes expertise
  • Technology proficiency

Awards

  • Employee of the Quarter, Foot Locker, 2024, 2
  • Dean's List, North Carolina A&T, 4
  • Employee of the Month, Hibbett Sports, 3
  • Cum Laude Graduate, Union Pines High School

Projects

CarmenMcDowell x Salvation Army, Seasonal fundraiser raising over $100 through independent promotion and community outreach.

Languages

English

Leadership Affiliations

  • Natural and Proud Society (NAPS), Vice President, 2025-2026
  • Natural and Proud Society (NAPS), Social Media Committee Chair, 2023-2024, Managed organization social content, engagement, and communications., Contributed to chapter programming, event planning, and member involvement.
  • EmpowHer Home Foundation vice president, 2023-2024
  • Christian Provision Ministries, media team & youth choir, 2018-2020

Timeline

Assistant Manager

Foot Locker
10.2023 - Current

Founder / CEO / Photographer

C'napshot Photography
03.2023 - Current

Consultant

AMarks the Spot Wellness
01.2023 - Current

Assistant Manager

Hibbett Sports
10.2020 - 01.2023

High School Diploma -

Union Pines High School
08.2018 - 01/2021

Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology

North Carolina A&T State University
08.2015 - 11.2025