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Receptionist

Ericka A. Michal

Puyallup,Washington

Summary

Decisive leader with over six years of experience driving company growth through creative and innovative marketing strategies and cross-functional communication tactics. Resourceful and adaptive team builder skilled at analyzing market trends and customer needs to develop highly-effective and targeted branding campaigns. Key account manager and strategic thinker.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing & Video Production Specialist

Digital, Zeta-Maya Entertainment
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Video creation and editing for restaurant menu display
  • Development of a new podcast
  • Professional presentation to fellow employees
  • Meeting deadlines in a timely and professional manner
  • Listening to clients, delivering on time and under budget
  • Monitored trends in social media, industry, and competitive landscape to create new material.
  • Developed campaigns and specific marketing strategies for clients.

Consultant

Media Links
12.2009 - 09.2022
  • Organized interior and exterior paint orders customized to individual homes and client needs
  • Provided excellent customer service experience to external clients assisting with general information and inquiries
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information with discretion earning the trust and respect of clients
  • Created opportunities for artists to re-purpose paint for murals within the South Puget Sound
  • Professionally communicated and collaborated with diverse groups of customers and co-workers, to provide an inclusive and excellent experience
  • Integrated technology and business operations to identify targeted solutions to customer issues.

Owner/Operator

Media Links
Puyallup, WA
04.1998 - 07.2021
  • Exceeded daily sales and product add-on weekly quotas routinely
  • Worked with a diverse group of clients and co-workers both verbally and written to provide an excellent customer service experience
  • Responded in a timely and accurate manner to an average of 45 calls, emails, and faxes daily
  • Maintained detailed records for inventory management
  • Supported customer questions and issued by gathering data, analyzing needs, evaluating possible resolutions, and implementing best solutions
  • Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Evaluated sales reports and financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques to improve business.
  • Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.

Kelmer Roe Fellow

Pacific Lutheran University, PLU
Parkland, WA
05.2014 - 05.2015
  • Professionally assisted with administrative duties and research
  • Evaluation of the material culture of the collection at the PLU Scandinavian Cultural Center
  • Traveled to Decorah, Iowa and compared/contrasted collections in Parkland & Decorah
  • Provided updates to stakeholders as appropriate in a timely manner, and published results in newsletter

Museum Intern

Firepower Royal Artillery Museum
Woolwich, London, UK
09.2014 - 12.2014
  • Audited collection and compared to existing records for accuracy and presence of recorded objects
  • Investigated and researched independently to verify provenance of Royal Army of India medals publishing photos and research for future displays and valuation
  • Monitored and maintained archival and museum protocols while learning new procedures in a foreign country
  • Maintained strict confidentiality with all data per museum guidelines

Senior Loan Officer

Independent Mortgage Brokerage
Puyallup, WA
07.2003 - 12.2011
  • Performed complex and critical analysis of client credit portfolios
  • Managed my own web site, advertising, presenting options at open houses, and counseling on mortgages
  • Originated and closed mortgage loans for a diverse clientele of Veterans, NA Tribal members, and others
  • Developed a solid client base via referrals from community members, both professionally and cold calling leads

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology, Art History, Scandinavian Area, Communication, Printing & Publishing

Pacific Lutheran University
Parkland, WA
2015

Project Management Certificate (PMP Methodology) -

Pierce College
Puyallup, WA
2014

Skills

  • Finance Background
  • Strong Communication; oral/written
  • Customer Service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Maintaining Confidentiality
  • Native English Speaker
  • Excellent Organization
  • Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
  • Effective and Creative Problem Solving
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Project Management (PMP) training
  • Content Creation
  • Active Listening
  • Special Events
  • Social Media Campaign
  • Social Media Advertising

Timeline

Marketing & Video Production Specialist

Digital, Zeta-Maya Entertainment
01.2023 - 04.2023

Museum Intern

Firepower Royal Artillery Museum
09.2014 - 12.2014

Kelmer Roe Fellow

Pacific Lutheran University, PLU
05.2014 - 05.2015

Consultant

Media Links
12.2009 - 09.2022

Senior Loan Officer

Independent Mortgage Brokerage
07.2003 - 12.2011

Owner/Operator

Media Links
04.1998 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology, Art History, Scandinavian Area, Communication, Printing & Publishing

Pacific Lutheran University

Project Management Certificate (PMP Methodology) -

Pierce College
Ericka A. Michal