Dawn Ransom
South Bend,IN
Summary
Reliable employee enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Freelance Artist
Marshall Arts
South Bend, IN
08.2020 - Current
- I connect with customers online by promoting my artwork, communicate with them on what they'd like painted or drawn and then proceed to create their image and get it printed and mailed to them in a timely fashion.
- Handled all client communications to build professional and long-lasting business relationships and bring in continuous work.
- Verified project completion and goal achievement by coaching clients on optimal usage of artistic products.
- Determined accurate price quotes to bring in steady business and maximize revenues.
- Improved market position and target client awareness by developing impactful advertisements.
- Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
- Researched drawings of characters and environmental elements for inspiration.
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.
- Resolved client concerns quickly and professionally to maintain respectful and productive project environment.
- Drew illustrations and concepts for visualization, presentation and development purposes.
- Managed technological considerations to transform and manipulate artwork.
- Created custom drawings and paintings using fine oils, acrylics and charcoal on high quality canvas.
- Created concept designs and sketches to develop images and scenes.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Advertised and sold art online and at art exhibitions and fairs to increase exposure.
Direct Support Professional
ADEC, Inc
South Bend, IN
12.2020 - 10.2022
- I was responsible for the direct care of mentally disabled individuals
- I followed procedures to safely and accurately administer their medications as directed by physician.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- I assisted them in dressing, hygiene, keep them company and make meals for them that follow each of their diets..I worked night shift and also keep their environment clean and comfortable by cleaning and sanitizing the house every night
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Helped diagnose patients and deliver treatments with medication administration and specimen collection.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- I also completed regular first aid training and other course every week along with documentation of the clients habits and occupancy.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Grader
Alexandria Moulding
LaPorte, IN
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Graded raw materials based on checklist of quality standards.
- Documented products checked, grades assigned and rejected items in master logs.
- Completed on-the-job training to learn correct methods for identifying defects.
- Removed items of inferior grades from production lines and collected for alternate use or disposal.
- Complied with company policies and OSHA regulations to maintain safe working conditions.
- Operated heavy, complex equipment safely to minimize accidents.
- Lifted, moved and handled various building materials throughout yard using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Participated in meetings and shared ideas for improvement with management to foster teamwork.
Shipping Team Member
Alexandria Moulding
LaPorte, IN
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
Shift Leader
Kenco Plastics
LaPorte, IN
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Responsible for running 7-8 separate plastic molding presses
- Worked in team of technicians in quickly changing environment, adhering to all safety protocols and company processes.
- Updated documentation procedures by core-tag, box label, training and quality document creation.
- Observed continuous operation of automatic machines to guarantee products met specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary.
- Applied quality control skills by inspecting cured products for defects, assigning grades and removing unacceptable items.
- Observed manufacturer instructions when operating plastic molding and casting machines to optimize quality.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Phonathon Caller
Manchester University
North Manchester, IN
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Strategized with client development team members to manage budget and synchronize volunteer efforts to boost funding initiatives.
- Composed grant proposals and fundraising newsletters to raise capital for non-profit organizations.
- Developed and implemented marketing campaigns targeting donors.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Handled 80+ calls per day to address customer inquiries and concerns.
Cashier
Kroger
LaPorte, IN
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Collected and authorized payments of guests.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Processed customer refunds and exchanges according to established guidelines.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Provided friendly service and assistance to clients promote customer loyalty, satisfaction and sales.
- Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
Restaurant Team Member
Burger King
Laporte, IN
07.2015 - 02.2016
- Restocked condiment dispensers, napkins, silverware and drink machines to prevent shortages.
- Monitored food temperatures and cooking equipment settings to maintain safety and prevent food-borne illness.
- Cleared trays and removed trash from tables before sanitizing surfaces.
- Checked and restocked utensils and condiments in appropriate locations for guests.
- Verified freshness of ingredients and food by checking for quality, rotating stock and recording old and new items.
- Supported sales efforts by suggestively upselling food items and increasing check averages.
- Recorded orders by answering customer questions and entering requests in system.
- Greeted guests pleasantly and answered menu questions.
- Arrived to work in uniform and presentable in appearance to meet restaurant standards.
- Greeted customers at drive-thru and took food orders.
- Used cash registers and calculators to prepare bills, accept payments and make change.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Assisted with in-store operations by disassembling delivery boxes, cleaning floors and dishwashing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Laporte High School
La Porte, IN 08.2013 - 06.2017
Skills
Team MemberCash HandlingIllustrationLogo DesignMedical terminologyCleaningPhotographyVideo EditingSocial Media ManagementBlogging
Working with MS Word documents
Patient Assessments
Medication Administration
Behavioral Management
Direct Patient Care
Meal planning and preparation
Childcare
Certification
CPR Certification
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Everything we see hides another thing; we always want to see what is hidden by what we see.
René Magritte
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
ADEC, Inc
12.2020 - 10.2022
Freelance Artist
Marshall Arts
08.2020 - Current
Grader
Alexandria Moulding
12.2019 - 08.2020
Shipping Team Member
Alexandria Moulding
05.2019 - 12.2019
Phonathon Caller
Manchester University
08.2018 - 12.2018
Shift Leader
Kenco Plastics
03.2018 - 05.2019
Cashier
Kroger
06.2016 - 08.2017
Restaurant Team Member
Burger King
07.2015 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
Laporte High School
08.2013 - 06.2017