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Education
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Ephraim Alli

Trumpet Instructor
Ephraim Alli

Summary

Passionate musician, proficiency in trumpet, with a proven track record of talent and leadership attending Mount San Antonio College (Mt. SAC) performing and travelling with both the prestigious Wind Ensemble, sharing the stage with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the award-winning Jazz Band, including multiple victories from the University of Nevada in Reno (UNR) Jazz Festival and recipient of Downbeat magazine's Best Community College Jazz Band. A four year background in package handling with United Parcel Service (UPS) provided insight to the busy, high-stress warehouse work environment; utilizing efficient cooperation and swift teamwork loading and unloading packages of varying size and weight off from one trailer onto conveyor belts and off into new trailers to be shipped around the globe. Adept sight-reading abilities honed to learn new musical pieces as well as chord progressions quickly and accurately to maximize contribution to group or soloist success performing with utmost authenticity.

Overview

14
years of professional experience

Work History

United Parcel Service, UPS

Package Handler
06.2020 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Operated electric cart to transport overgoods back for re-scanning.
  • Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
  • Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
  • Contributed to increased productivity by working effectively in high-pressure situations.
  • Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
  • Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
  • Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
  • Exceeded performance expectations during peak seasons, managing high volumes of shipments without compromising on quality or timeliness.
  • Maximized space utilization within trucks through effective stacking and arranging of packages, minimizing shipment delays.
  • Communicated regularly with supervisors to provide information on delays and issues with shipments.

Sodexo at Mt. San Antonio College

Sales Associate
06.2010 - 07.2015

Job overview

  • Operated campus electric vehicles to transport perishable goods from one location to another.
  • Learned tips of service and fine dining working alongside colleagues through Sodexo catering service.
  • Sodexo has a partnership with Starbucks for two (2) years was a part-time barista.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Assessed customer needs and utilized suggestive selling techniques to drive sales.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Enhanced team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing support to colleagues as needed.
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.

Education

Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CA

No Degree from Musicology
05.2001

University Overview

  • Awarded DOWNBEAT Magazine 43rd Annual Student Music Awards 2020 Outstanding Performance [Large Jazz Ensemble - Community College]
  • Awarded Western States Jazz Festival 2022 Outstanding Soloist
  • Awarded Outstanding Soloist at the Route 66 Jazz Festival April 23rd 2022

Skills

Lead Trumpet (big band)

Soloist (jazz trumpet)

American Sign Language (ASL)

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Excellent Communication

Multitasking Abilities

Problem-Solving

Teamwork and Collaboration

Adaptable to change

Websites

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Duke Ellington Tribute Honor Jazz Band - lead trumpet ('09-'10)
  • 43rd Annual Student Music Awards 2020 Outstanding Performance Jazz Ensemble - trumpet (lead) Community College Division
  • Western States Jazz Festival 2022 Outstanding Soloist (Mt. SAC Jazz Ensemble)
  • Route 66 Jazz Festival April 23rd, 2022 - Outstanding Soloist

Interests

Music Theory

Video Games

Motion Picture Music

Anime

Timeline

Package Handler
United Parcel Service, UPS
06.2020 - 06.2024
Sales Associate
Sodexo at Mt. San Antonio College
06.2010 - 07.2015
Mt San Antonio College
No Degree from Musicology
05.2001

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