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CHRISTOPHER LENOS

Avon Lake,OH

Summary

I am a motivated University of Cincinnati finance and digital media student with a unique skill set that blends financial skills with leadership and management. I have used my time at the University of Cincinnati to enhance my leadership and work experience by working in large teams and taking advantage of the great opportunities to learn about the business world.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Intern

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
03.2022 - Current
  • Filmed a variety of sports games and events at the University of Cincinnati which were used on social media to promote and develop the brand of UC
  • Assisted in strategic development of video production and edited video for various lengths and platforms
  • Participated in strategy meetings to review or propose editorial content.
  • Collaborated creatively to develop brand content, enhancing identity and engaging audience.
  • Managed multiple editorial calendars and deadlines simultaneously.

Owner

Up and Away Productions
Cleveland, OH
08.2020 - Current
  • Directed unique and stylistic music videos that involved managing small production teams and actors
  • Maintained and developed a secure website where users could access my portfolio of videos, pictures, and clothing to purchases
  • Reviewed monthly Profit and Loss (P&L) statements to identify areas in need of improvement.
  • Created and implemented marketing and advertising strategies to support revenue goals and promote strategic growth.
  • Developed successful sales strategies in the clothing industry to meet business goals.
  • Brought in more than $5,000 in new business that had to be re invested into the production of videos and equipment.

Business Analyst and Insights Intern

Fidelity Investments
Covington, KY
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Created project plans outlining timelines, goals, milestones, deliverables, and resource allocations.
  • Developed training materials that enabled users to become proficient in using new systems quickly.
  • Leveraged Microsoft Excel skills to input and compile data gathered from various sources.
  • Crafted a Fidelity Investments' excel sheet to simplify the process of navigating through data and information that is used daily by employees.
  • Led daily meetings with team in order to review progress and seek opportunities to improve our operations.

Server's Assistant

Sweetbriar Legacy Golf Course
Avon Lake, OH
11.2020 - 12.2022
  • Reset dining area tables between customers by clearing dishes, wiping down surfaces and restocking supplies
  • Communicated food orders to kitchen, bringing attention to dietary restrictions and special requests
  • Removed dishes and soiled utensils throughout customer meals to keep tables clean and tidy.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
  • Complied with health and safety rules, regulations and procedures to maintain safe environment.

Member

Project Innovation - University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Worked in a group of 14 other students in developing a mock product and a business plan for that product.
  • Completed the balance sheet, cash flow statement, and income statement for the company and overlooked a 5 year plan for the product's financial statements.
  • Directed work of multiple teams and assisted with meeting specific team project goals.
  • Prepared presentations and reports for our group to aid in key financial planning and decision-making at the end of our project.
  • Prepared financial forecasts to support fiscal planning and management.
  • Monitored cash flows and identified areas of risk or opportunity.

Server's Assistant

Cafe Melissa's
Avon Lake, OH
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Operated cash flow in and out of the drive through that netted thousands of dollars in sales each shift.
  • Used effective selling techniques to promote restaurant's products.
  • Resolved customer inquiries, complaints and issues providing insightful solutions.
  • Assisted kitchen staff during peak hours to maintain productive workflows and reduce customer wait times.
  • Answered dozens of calls per shift to assist with customer questions and concerns.

Team Captain

Avon Lake Lacrosse Team
  • Engaged and took leadership with a team of 50 athletes
  • Accepted instructions from coaches and other sports staff to maximize strategy and tactics
  • Regularly assessed the competitive performance of the team and plan strategies to improve in future matchups
  • Promoted team loyalty and camaraderie through constructive feedback, consistent encouragement and commitment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Finance

University of Cincinnati: Carl H. Lindner College of Business
Cincinnati, OH
04-2025

High School Diploma -

Avon Lake High School
Avon Lake, OH
05-2021

Skills

  • Experienced in dealing with new customers
  • Adapting to situations out of my control
  • Educated in financial software such as Microsoft Access and Excel
  • Cashflow processes
  • Budgeting Financial frameworks
  • Analytical thinking
  • Multitasking
  • Pivot Tables
  • Business Analysis

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Business Analyst and Insights Intern

Fidelity Investments
06.2023 - 08.2023

Creative Intern

University of Cincinnati
03.2022 - Current

Member

Project Innovation - University of Cincinnati
01.2022 - 04.2022

Server's Assistant

Sweetbriar Legacy Golf Course
11.2020 - 12.2022

Owner

Up and Away Productions
08.2020 - Current

Server's Assistant

Cafe Melissa's
09.2019 - 03.2020

Team Captain

Avon Lake Lacrosse Team

Bachelor of Arts - Finance

University of Cincinnati: Carl H. Lindner College of Business

High School Diploma -

Avon Lake High School
CHRISTOPHER LENOS