ELIJAH VERNAU
Arlington,VA
Summary
Sales and customer service professional with retail leadership, business ownership, and direct outreach experience. Brings strong customer relationship building, product recommendations, and store operations support, with a record of driving sales, handling daily responsibilities, and creating a positive customer experience in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Automotive Detailer
Scoots Detailing
01.2026 - Current
- Managed an independent automotive detailing business, overseeing service preparation, addressing customer inquiries, promoting the business, performing interior and exterior detailing, and supporting business development through local outreach and social media.
Independent Artist
2023 - Current
- Completed custom tattoo designs for clients nationwide, translating their visions into original artwork, managing creative projects from concept through completion, meeting client expectations and deadlines, and promoting artwork through social media.
Assistant Store Manager
True Religion
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Coordinated daily store operations, handled cash and opening/closing procedures, addressed customer concerns, delivered personalized service and product recommendations, facilitated employee training, delegated tasks, and supported inventory management, merchandising, and store presentation.
Entry-Level Sales Representative
Power Home Remodeling
, Northern Virginia
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Conducted door-to-door outreach, generated qualified leads for home improvement services, communicated with homeowners to introduce services and assess interest, developed prospecting and objection-handling skills, and gained hands-on experience in direct marketing and lead generation.
Assistant Manager
Zumiez
Tysons, VA
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Generated over $100,000 in annual sales through personalized customer engagement, product recommendations, and upselling, while coordinating daily store operations, employee training, productivity initiatives, merchandising standards, inventory organization, and a strong customer experience.
Sales Associate
PacSun
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Delivered personalized customer service and style recommendations, built rapport through product knowledge, active listening, and authentic communication, and assisted with inventory management, merchandising, daily store operations, and organized floor sets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yorktown Highschool
06-2024
Skills
Personal Information
Gender: He/Him
Timeline
Owner & Automotive Detailer
Scoots Detailing
01.2026 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
True Religion
06.2025 - 10.2025
Entry-Level Sales Representative
Power Home Remodeling
04.2025 - 07.2025
Assistant Manager
Zumiez
01.2022 - 01.2025
Sales Associate
PacSun
01.2022 - 01.2023
Independent Artist
2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Yorktown Highschool