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LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
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Catherine Pastore

Plymouth,MA

Summary

I’m a Communication Design student with a passion for creating and helping others. My experiences in customer service and caregiving have taught me the importance of patience, problem-solving, and making thoughtful decisions that improve people’s day-to-day lives. I enjoy working with others, from designing a new project to providing care. I approach every task with a focus on both the big picture and the details. I love bringing ideas to life in ways that feel both meaningful and aesthetically pleasing. I’m driven by a genuine desire to leave a positive mark, whether through design or in the way I connect with others. Creating something new through art is truly a gift and I am committed to continue to grow and excel in the design world

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Home Companion

Answers for Elders
06.2024 - Current
  • Monitored and documented the well-being and daily activities of elderly clients, ensuring their safety and comfort
  • Assisted with grocery shopping, light housekeeping, and meal preparation to maintain a clean and nurturing environment
  • Organized and accompanied clients on drives and local excursions to encourage socialization and mental stimulation
  • Engaged clients in games and physical activities to support cognitive function and physical health
  • Provided calming support for clients with dementia, ensuring their safety during challenging moments
  • Accompanied clients to medical appointments and facilitated communication with healthcare providers
  • Completed training in dementia care and other specialized courses focused on elderly care and communication strategies
  • Used emotional intelligence to manage and de-escalate challenging situations with dementia patients, fostering a calm and trusting environment during moments of confusion or distress
  • Used critical thinking to assess and adjust care routines based on clients’ changing health conditions, ensuring that interventions were timely and effective in promoting both physical and emotional well-being
  • Developed individualized care plans based on each client’s specific needs and preferences, ensuring long-term well-being and a more personalized care approach

Floral Designer & Sales Associate

Carole’s Flowers and Gifts
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Adapted to changing customer needs during peak seasons, maintaining a positive attitude and delivering consistent results despite high pressure and tight deadlines
  • Designed custom floral arrangements for various events, including weddings, holidays, and funerals
  • Assisted customers with product selections and guided them through phone and in-person orders
  • Delivered floral and fruit arrangements to local clients while maintaining inventory and processing deliveries
  • Crafted corsages and boutonnieres, ensuring timely preparation for events
  • Supported routine store maintenance, including inventory tracking and end-of-day closing tasks

Sales Associate

Sunglass Hut
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • Provided customer service by assisting with product selection, answering inquiries, and managing phone orders
  • Performed daily inventory counts and tracked product status to ensure stock accuracy
  • Managed sales records, processed payments, and calculated commission based on sales performance
  • Maintained store cleanliness
  • Facilitated shipments
  • Completed online training courses on store policies and procedures
  • Held key holder responsibilities and managed opening and closing procedures
  • Leveraged empathy and active listening skills to build rapport with customers, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and loyalty

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Communication Design

Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Boston, MA
05.2027

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Cape Cod Community College
Barnstable, MA
01.2024

Skills

  • Design & Creative Software: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom, After Effects
  • Office Productivity: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Acrobat

Hobbies and Interests

Digital and Physical Design, Photography, Creative Writing, Reading, Illustrating, Volunteering

LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Cape Cod Community College Art Club, Barnstable, MA Member |2023–2024 Participated in collaborative art projects and events, contributing to the planning and execution of exhibitions and creative initiatives.

Timeline

Home Companion

Answers for Elders
06.2024 - Current

Floral Designer & Sales Associate

Carole’s Flowers and Gifts
01.2021 - 06.2024

Sales Associate

Sunglass Hut
09.2019 - 01.2021

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Cape Cod Community College

Volunteer

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Communication Design

Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Catherine Pastore