Cecelia Lukes
Boone,NC
Summary
Current undergraduate student at Appalachian State University in the beautiful mountains of Boone, NC. Studying Communications with a minor in Marketing. I am an adventurer, empath, and strong communicator by nature. In my relationships, work environment, and everyday life I am team oriented, supportive, confident, creative, and resilient.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Retail Sales Associate
Monkeesofblowingrock
Blowing Rock, NC
08.2022 - Current
- Performed cashier duties, such as ringing up sales, processing payments and issuing receipts.
- Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
Internship Student
LeadAbroad
Rome, Italy
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed and implemented communications strategies for various projects.
- Worked with local Italian start-ups and companies to create marketing campaigns with an American perspective
- Conducted market research surveys and analyzed results.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate ideas for campaigns or initiatives.
- Worked along side the company, NextGen Careers, and learned from their director about standing out in the workforce
Summer Nanny
Sitters by the Shore
Saint Simons Island, GA
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Developed a positive relationship with the children by providing support, guidance, and encouragement.
- Maintained a safe environment for the children by following safety guidelines and procedures.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to child care such as laundry, tidying up play areas.
Child Care
Church
Albany, Georgia
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Every Wednesday night, I provide childcare for 15 children between the ages of 2 to 7
- Myself and one other girl are responsible for the safety and well-being of the children.
- Coordinated with parents regarding their children's needs and progress in the program.
Nanny
Albany
06.2020 - 08.2020
- I gained a better understanding of responsibility and patience while engaging with a young child
- Also, I learned how to orchestrate and follow a daily schedule with creative, safe, and educational activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications, Marketing
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05.2025
Deerfield-Windsor Preparatory School
05.2021
Skills
- Customer Service
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Teamwork
- Relationship Building
- Product Knowledge
- Positive and Professional
- Problem-Solving
Awards
05/01/20, AC English III, 11, 2nd place for highest overall grade
Volunteer Experience
05/01/18, 05/01/18, Mission trip with Porterfield Methodist Church, Nassau, Bahamas, 9, 10, Organized VBS with young children, took care of homeless people, and worked with mentally and physically disabled older people in a nursing home.
Extracurricular Activities
08/01/19, 05/01/21, Beta Club, 11,12, 2 02/01/18, 05/01/21, Varsity Soccer, 9,10,11,12, 10 02/01/18, 05/01/21, Varsity Track, 9,10,11,12, 5 08/01/17, 05/01/21, Key Club, 9,10,11,12, 2 08/01/17, 05/01/21, Science Club, 9,10,11,12, 1 06/01/17, 11/01/20, Varsity Cross Country, 9,10,11,12, 7
Certification
- CPR trained
Affiliations
- Member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority
- Member of Habitat for Humanity Club
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Internship Student
LeadAbroad
06.2023 - 07.2023
Retail Sales Associate
Monkeesofblowingrock
08.2022 - Current
Summer Nanny
Sitters by the Shore
05.2022 - 07.2022
Nanny
06.2020 - 08.2020
Child Care
Church
05.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Communications, Marketing
Appalachian State University
Deerfield-Windsor Preparatory School