- Avid Outdoorsman
- Rock Climbing
- Backpacking
- Skiing
- CrossFit
Jake Tuckner
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Experienced in small business management, specializing in operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and team leadership and motivation, alongside practical experience in animal care, including daily care routines, health monitoring, and handling.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner
FarFromDead Vintage
New York, NY
07.2020 - Current
- Design and Maintain two spaces at a antique vendor mall.
- Source, prepare, and style vintage clothing that aligns with my personal brand identity.
- Analyze sale data on a POS system to determine trends informing sourcing and Inventory decisions.
- Successfully execute vintage events in the community.
- Advertise products online through social media to promote the brand
- Increased business revenue by 100% over 1 years time
Retail Sales Associate
Newburgh Vintage Emporium
Newburgh, NY
09.2022 - 10.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance shopping experience and foster loyalty.
- Managed the register on weekend rush hour and event days with over 100 people in store
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishment.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards to drive product visibility and appeal.
- Trained new staff on sales techniques and store policies to improve team performance.
- Well Versed in a POS system and could resolve problems calmly and timely
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, reinforcing brand reputation and user satisfaction.
- Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
- Supported store management in planning and executing seasonal promotions and sales events.
Nanny and Pet Care
Private Childcare
Bedford, NY, USA
09.2019 - 01.2024
- Provide private childcare for three boys ages 3, 5 and 8
- Provide Pet care and supervision for family dog.
- Take dog on walks and supervise outdoor time while watching children
- Supervise and assist with homework
- Remove hazards and develop appropriate boundaries and rules to create a safe environment for children
- Help prepare and serve nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for children
- Assist with behavior management and foster a friendly relationship between siblings
Marketing Intern
Ridgefield Playhouse
Ridgefield, CT
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted in developing marketing materials for events and promotions.
- Conducted research on artists to create better promotional content.
- Coordinated social media content and engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with team members to brainstorm creative concepts for promotional activities.
- Assisted in creating written, video, and image content for marketing channels.
Camp Counselor
Early Childhood Center
Ridgefield, Connecticut, USA
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Worked with children ages two to five; Ensuring the children's safety
- Prepared the children lunch and snack
- Made sure the camp was enjoyable for all kids
- Developed relationships with 5-10 parents to more understand their child's needs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Purchase College
Purchase, NY05-2022
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Small business operations
- Planning and execution
- Opportunity identification
- Animal Care & Welfare Handling
- Health Monitoring & Basic Animal Wellness
- Daily Care & Feeding Routines
Leadership Experience
Volunteer, A New Chance Animal Rescue, Mt. Kisco, NY, 2017-2020
- Constant care of dogs ranging from puppies to elder dogs with medical problems
- Helping with transport of new foster dogs
- Assist in daily walks and play time
- Assist with dogs with behavioral issues
Summer Program, Fashion Institute of Technology, New York, NY, Summer 2016
- Learned how to sew a shirt from scratch on a commercial sewing machine
- Learned How to create a mood board for a clothing collection
Interests
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate
Newburgh Vintage Emporium
09.2022 - 10.2025
Marketing Intern
Ridgefield Playhouse
06.2022 - 08.2022
Small Business Owner
FarFromDead Vintage
07.2020 - Current
Nanny and Pet Care
Private Childcare
09.2019 - 01.2024
Camp Counselor
Early Childhood Center
07.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Purchase College