Adobe Suite
Wendy Groner
Sanford,FL
Summary
Self-expressive professional uses variety of materials and techniques to create original works of art. Talented individual consistently comes up with new ideas and methods for creating art and/or working on projects, both individually and collaboratively. Committed to developing and producing high-quality artwork for various purposes. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level to intermediate position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Sales Consultant
Varsity Tutors
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Reviewed research on educational programs and delivered custom recommendations to clients, focusing on addressing individual needs.
- Conducted thorough needs assessments for clients to identify gaps in resources and suggest appropriate solutions.
- Actively worked with cross-functional teams, including customer success, marketing, and product development, to ensure a cohesive company message was conveyed throughout sales interactions.
- Delivered engaging sales presentations that showcased our products'' ability to improve student outcomes across multiple subject areas.
- Empowered clients to pursue skills development, resulting in sale of comprehensive instructional programs.
- Used consultative sales approach to understand and meet customer needs.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Effectively and efficiently maintained sales pipeline through various forms of communication: telephone, email and text messages
- Delivered consistent, professional and friendly, customer service
Sales Associate
7-11 Convenience Store
05.2023 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Early Education Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by initiating regular updates on student progress and classroom happenings.
- Mentored new teachers for successful integration into the school culture and effective classroom management strategies.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
Customer Care Representative
BroadPath Healthcare
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided professional customer care via remote call center position and helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Provided assistance to Pharmacies and Physician's Offices across the United States, Guam and Puerto Rico, performing a wide range of tasks across multiple computer systems.
- Responded to customer needs through competent customer service and prompt problem-solving.
- Routinely received 98%-100% satisfaction ratings from Quality Control.
- Worked with protected, personal health and financial information, as well as proprietary company information in a professional manner, exhibiting integrity at every point.
- Utilized CRM systems to accurately track customer interactions and update account information.
- Self-motivated and driven, working remotely in home office, yet collaborated with team members via text, emails and video conferences.
Artistic Director
Madd Twigga Creations, LLC
09.2018 - 02.2020
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
- Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints, and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.
- Ordered and maintained adequate supply of materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Curated successful art exhibitions, carefully selecting pieces that showcased diverse perspectives and styles.
- Conducted live painting demonstrations during events or workshops to showcase artistic process while educating viewers about techniques used throughout each piece''s creation stage.
- Partnered with local businesses to create visually appealing window displays, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of commercial spaces.
- Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
- Created commissioned artwork for organizations and private clients.
- Utilized digital techniques to create and enhance artwork.
Private/Honorable Discharge - Medically Retired
United States Marine Corps
06.1993 - 11.1993
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design And Animation
Rasmussen College
Lake Elmo, MN - OnlineBachelor of Arts - History And Multicultural Anthropology
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FLAssociate of Science - General Studies
Brevard Community College
Titusville, FL05.2010
Skills
- Photo editing & Photography
- Color theory & Color Selection
- Visual storytelling, Originality and Creativity
- Concept Development & Project Design
- Superior time management & Attention to Detail
- Paint mixing, Drawing and sketching
- Complex problem solver
- Composition & Artistic Design
- Critical and Creative Thinking
- Project Management, Work Planning and Prioritization
Hobbies
In my spare time, I crochet and I have begun doll customization art as well as learning the art of creating miniatures. I love to learn and expand my artistic skill-set. I work in various forms of creative media: leather tooling, woodworking, sculpture, drawing, painting, photography and digital. I also love to sing and I am an avid reader and gamer.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balancePaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits401k matchPaid time offSoftware
Microsoft Word, Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote
Slack
Timeline
Educational Sales Consultant
Varsity Tutors
08.2023 - 06.2024
Sales Associate
7-11 Convenience Store
05.2023 - 06.2023
Early Education Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
01.2022 - 06.2022
Customer Care Representative
BroadPath Healthcare
09.2021 - 12.2021
Artistic Director
Madd Twigga Creations, LLC
09.2018 - 02.2020
Private/Honorable Discharge - Medically Retired
United States Marine Corps
06.1993 - 11.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design And Animation
Rasmussen College
Bachelor of Arts - History And Multicultural Anthropology
University of Central Florida
Associate of Science - General Studies
Brevard Community College
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