Ellen Russell
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented individual seeking a part-time position where I can apply my skills and contribute to team success
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver for Family Members
Self Employed Web
04.2014 - Current
Volunteer and Ranch Assistant
Laurel Valley Ranch
Sarasota , FL
04.2004 - 01.2014
- Educated in horse care
- Riding lessons for children and adults
- Ranch tours
- Hosted birthday parties ages 4-12
- Organized summer camp activities
Yoga Instructor
Shivan’s Yoga Studio
Sarasota , FL
09.1995 - 12.2000
- Business partner and instructor
- Teaching of all levels of classes
- Ordered merchandise for gift shop
- Planned advertising, organized workshops and events
Sales Associate
Paradox Gallery
Sarasota , FL
06.1995 - 12.2000
- Customer service and sales
- Scheduled volunteers
- Art lessons for all ages
Pet Adoption Counselor
Humane Society of Sarasota County
Sarasota , FL
04.1995 - 12.2000
- Matched pets with new owners
- Educated owners on care of dogs and cats
- Coordinated foster program
- Assisted with training of shelter dogs to promote adoption
- Used creative ideas for fundraisers and events
Visual Merchandising Manager
Burdines Department Stores
Sarasota , FL
12.1983 - 01.1995
- Responsible for all aspects of Visual Merchandising storewide
- Creative execution while conforming to company standards
- Delegation of tasks to assistants
- Use of fixtures, props and signage to display of hardline/softline products
- Travel to open new stores and renovations
- Excellent communication with store, regional and corporate management
Sales Associate
Howard Galleries Ltd.
Pompano Beach, FL
04.1980 - 12.1983
- Customer service and sales of paintings, prints and sculptures
- Suggestions for home decor
- Assisted with framing
Sales and Visual Merchandising Associate
Sears Department Stores
Pompano Beach , FL
12.1978 - 12.1983
- Assisted customers with catalog sales
- Excellent communication skills
- Visual Merchandising team member
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL01-1982
High School Diploma -
Deerfield Beach High School
Deerfield Beach, FL01-1978
Skills
- Customer service
- Creative Arts
- Store merchandising
Timeline
Caregiver for Family Members
Self Employed Web
04.2014 - Current
Volunteer and Ranch Assistant
Laurel Valley Ranch
04.2004 - 01.2014
Yoga Instructor
Shivan’s Yoga Studio
09.1995 - 12.2000
Sales Associate
Paradox Gallery
06.1995 - 12.2000
Pet Adoption Counselor
Humane Society of Sarasota County
04.1995 - 12.2000
Visual Merchandising Manager
Burdines Department Stores
12.1983 - 01.1995
Sales Associate
Howard Galleries Ltd.
04.1980 - 12.1983
Sales and Visual Merchandising Associate
Sears Department Stores
12.1978 - 12.1983
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Florida Atlantic University
High School Diploma -
Deerfield Beach High School
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