Holden Brown
Eugene,OR
Summary
Driven and versatile, I quickly advanced from delivery to counter sales at TWGW Napa Auto Parts, showcasing my knack for customer service and technical expertise in auto parts. At Guitar 48, I excelled in guitar maintenance, blending my mechanical skills with interpersonal abilities to meet diverse client needs. Proven leadership in organizing events and a passion for music underscore my ability to thrive in dynamic environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Counter Salesperson
TWGW Napa Auto Parts
Eugene, OR
10.2024 - Current
- Starting off in the delivery driving position, I was quickly promoted to counter sales because of my desire to do more.
- Assisted various local auto repair businesses in supplying parts for their customers in a timely manner.
- Provided advice on products, services, and promotions to customers.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding prices, availability, and product features.
- Organized store displays to maximize visibility of products for customers.
Senior Guitar Technician
Guitar 48
Ventura, CA
06.2019 - 08.2024
- Performed maintenance and repairs on electric, acoustic, and bass guitars; adjusted intonation, bridge height, pickup heights, truss rod tension and nut slots.
- Inspected instruments for damage or wear before repair; identified areas of concern to customers.
- Fabricated custom parts in order to complete instrument repairs.
- Troubleshot electrical problems in guitars including faulty wiring harnesses or malfunctioning electronics.
- Recommended brands of instruments to meet specific customer needs, desires and budget limitations.
General Construction
Raully Jones Construction inc.
Novato, CA
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Conducted demolition, digging of trenches, and installation of drywall with a team of 2 when extra help was needed.
- Performed general maintenance tasks such as painting surfaces or replacing fixtures when needed.
- Removed debris from construction sites using shovels, rakes, brooms.
Customer Service/Organization
Demo Sport
San Rafael, CA
11.2018
- Managed the ski swap by setting up the skis and snowboards outside, and assisted customers in finding the proper size boards and boots, increasing the efficiency of the operation and leading a team of three.
- I organized the Winter Wonder Land event in the streets of downtown San Rafael by shaping the snow hill for kids to sled down, with a team of six.
Education
BA - Popular Music, Audio Production
University of Oregon, School of Music And Dance
true07-2027
Skills
- Playing drums for two local Eugene bands, performing shows often in Oregon, and out of state
- Car repair: including replacing parts, motors, transmissions, and building custom vehicles
- Football: Starting position on the offensive line, special teams, and second team defensive end during sophomore year of high school
- Pit marshal: Volunteered in the 25 Hours of Thunderhill race in 2021 as a race official enforcing rules and regulations in the pit lane
- Band camp: I played guitar for Marin Music Center's summer band camp performance in 2022
- Guitar Lessons: I took guitar lessons weekly at Marin Music Center from 2019 to 2022
Awards
Mountains Move Minds Scholarship for academic excellence
Academic courses
- Music Theory Fundamentals
- Music in World Culture
- Digital Audio and Sound Design
- Elements of Electronic Music
- Popular Songwriting
- Business Spreadsheet Analysis
- Business Calculus
- Probability and Statistics
- Microeconomics Analysis
- Macroeconomics Analysis
- College Algebra
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Counter Salesperson
TWGW Napa Auto Parts
10.2024 - Current
Senior Guitar Technician
Guitar 48
06.2019 - 08.2024
Customer Service/Organization
Demo Sport
11.2018
General Construction
Raully Jones Construction inc.
06.2018 - 08.2021
BA - Popular Music, Audio Production
University of Oregon, School of Music And Dance
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