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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
SOFT SKILLS
References
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DeMontez Lassiter

Durham,NC

Summary

What I may lack in work experience I make up with the determination to excel in this role. I have dedicated countless hours to mastering prompt engineering, machine learning, and NLP, gaining expertise in AI models, neural networks, and complex algorithms. This isn’t just a career move—it’s a pivotal moment in my life where I am fully committed to making this work. Given the opportunity, I will bring relentless drive, problem-solving ability, and a results-driven mindset to deliver impactful contributions.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Prompt Engineer

Zero To Mastery Academy
Durham, NC
01.2024 - 02.2025
  • Followed industry innovations and emerging trends through scientific articles, conference papers or self-directed research.
  • Applied feature selection algorithms to predict potential outcomes.
  • Tested, validated and reformulated models to foster accurate prediction of outcomes.
  • Created graphs and charts detailing data analysis results.
  • Cleaned and manipulated raw data.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Engineered highly optimized prompts that significantly improved AI model outputs.
  • Conducted fine-tuning and testing of NLP models to ensure coherence, accuracy, and usability.
  • Built and curated high-quality datasets for AI model training and enhancement.
  • Developed AI-powered applications using OpenAI API, PyTorch, and TensorFlow.
  • Designed and deployed chatbots and AI writing assistants optimized through iterative prompt testing.
  • Conducted data annotation and preprocessing, ensuring high-quality input for AI training.
  • Researched and applied advanced NLP techniques to enhance AI-driven responses.

CEO/Manager of Operations

1HighDefCuts
Durham, NC
01.2013 - 02.2025
  • Leveraged trends in customer industries and marketplaces to shape solutions and approaches.
  • Implemented strategic offerings to enhance company's suite of products and services.
  • Recruited, trained, mentored, and managed employees at all levels within the organization.
  • Exceeded sales goals through upselling and cross-selling within existing client base as well as strategically attracting new business.
  • Drove revenue by cultivating successful client relations.
  • Strategized and implemented plans to transform and revitalize operations, capitalizing on emerging industry trends.
  • Assessed financial performance of the organization on a regular basis and identified areas for improvement.
  • Developed long-range plans for business growth, resulting in increase in annual sales.
  • Created and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, government agencies, and other industry partners.
  • Led strategic planning and execution to enhance profitability and company growth.
  • Developed strategies for improving customer service standards throughout the company.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Analyzed data to identify trends in customer service issues, financials, staffing needs to make informed decisions regarding operations.
  • Delivered positive customer experiences by implementing effective quality assurance practices.
  • Managed day-to-day operations while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction were met at all times.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and partners.
  • Established, maintained, and enforced organizational standards of performance, quality, and safety compliance.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
  • Maintained effective communication between staff members by providing guidance on tasks and projects or addressing any concerns they may have had about their work environment or job duties.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and maintained high standards of operational excellence.
  • Conducted market research to identify opportunities for operational improvements and expansion.
  • Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
  • Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members by mediating disputes and proposing solutions that both parties could agree upon.
  • Identified areas of deficiency and performed root-cause analysis to solve problems.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.

Internship/Application Development/Project Management Intern

Murdoch Development Center/ Kenisha Armwood
Butner, NC
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Assessed code during testing stage to determine potential glitches and bugs.
  • Worked closely with systems analysts, engineers and programmers to understand limitations, develop capabilities and resolve software problems.
  • Assisted in the development of internal tools used by developers and operations teams for better collaboration across teams.
  • Built code that was robust, accurate and minimized production issues.
  • Worked in team environments to produce high-quality programs and applications for various industries.
  • Maximized performance through testing and tuning of applications.
  • Analyzed code and corrected errors to optimize output.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Education

Prompt Engineer - Prompt Engineering

Zero To Mastery Academy
Online Learning Platform
02-2025

Master Barber - Barbering

Park West Barber School
Durham, NC
06-2013

Skills

  • Chatbot development
  • Model evaluation metrics
  • Data preprocessing
  • Conversational AI
  • API development
  • Sequence-to-sequence models
  • Language model Fine-tuning
  • GPT-3 implementation
  • Python programming
  • Natural language processing
  • Machine learning algorithms
  • Deep learning techniques
  • TensorFlow framework
  • Neural network design
  • Designing and refining prompts for AI efficiency and accuracy
  • Applying state-of-the-art techniques to train and improve AI models
  • Understanding and working with transformer-based architectures (GPT, BERT, LLaMA, etc)
  • Writing clean, efficient scripts for AI model interaction and API integration
  • Hands-on experience training and fine-tuning AI models
  • Structuring high-quality datasets for model training and improvement
  • Developing well-structured prompts that maximize AI performance
  • Rapidly identifying and resolving AI inconsistencies and errors
  • Thriving in fast-paced, team-driven environments
  • Staying ahead of emerging trends and continuously refining my skillset

Certification

Prompt Engineering

Machine Learning/Working with LLM's

SOFT SKILLS

Keen Attention to Detail – Able to detect AI inconsistencies and refine outputs for clarity.
Resilient Problem Solver – Determined to find solutions and improve AI accuracy.
Fast Learner & Adaptable – Thrives in dynamic, evolving AI landscapes.
Passionate & Driven – Fully committed to excelling in AI and prompt engineering.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Prompt Engineer

Zero To Mastery Academy
01.2024 - 02.2025

Internship/Application Development/Project Management Intern

Murdoch Development Center/ Kenisha Armwood
01.2024 - 01.2025

CEO/Manager of Operations

1HighDefCuts
01.2013 - 02.2025

Prompt Engineer - Prompt Engineering

Zero To Mastery Academy

Master Barber - Barbering

Park West Barber School

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