ELIJAH DOTSON
Granada Hills,CA
Summary
Innovative professional with experience in sales, videography, and customer relations within fast-paced environments. Skilled in building relationships and understanding audience needs, with a focus on digital content creation. Passionate about music, hip-hop/R&B, and artist discovery, ready to contribute creativity and cultural insights to an A&R team in Los Angeles.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Videographer/Editor
Self Employed
08.2017 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with clients to clarify their vision, capturing high-quality video footage that aligned with their goals for events or digital media.
- Solved technical and environmental challenges on the fly, including lighting, audio, and framing adjustments under tight deadlines.
Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed inventory processing, picking, packing, and sorting in a fast-paced logistics facility under strict time constraints.
- Maintained a high rate of accuracy and attention to detail to ensure correct orders reached customers quickly.
Car Detailer
Self Employed
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Delivered meticulous interior and exterior cleaning, washing, and detailing services to meet high customer satisfaction standards.
- Utilized specialized equipment and chemical cleaning agents safely, managing time efficiently to complete vehicles on schedule.
Valet Attendant
LAZ Parking
03.2024 - 05.2026
- Provided high-level, welcoming customer service to guests, safely parking and retrieving vehicles in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Maintained a positive attitude under pressure during peak rush hours while managing vehicle keys and operational workflows.
Car Salesman
AutoNation Ford
06.2026 - 09.2026
- Built strong customer relationships by identifying individual needs and recommending appropriate vehicles.
- Prospected for new customers through phone calls, online inquiries, referrals, and in-person interactions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Birmingham Community Charter High School
Van Nuys, CA08-2017
Skills
- Persistence
- Relationship Building
- Communication & Pitching
- Video Production
- Problem Solving
- Artist Discovery & Research
Timeline
Car Salesman
AutoNation Ford
06.2026 - 09.2026
Valet Attendant
LAZ Parking
03.2024 - 05.2026
Car Detailer
Self Employed
06.2023 - 02.2024
Fulfillment Associate
Amazon
07.2022 - 06.2023
Videographer/Editor
Self Employed
08.2017 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Birmingham Community Charter High School