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James Cole

Vancouver

Summary

Results-driven sales professional with experience in door-to-door outreach, client acquisition, and upselling. Proven top performer in petition campaigns, freelance web design, and hospitality, with strong communication, persuasion, and lead generation skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Graphic and Web Design

Freelance
08.2022 - Current
  • Built trust and long-term relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Delivered sales pitches tailored to each client’s industry and business goals, translating technical offerings into clear value propositions.
  • Collaborated with graphic designers to develop custom graphics and headings.
  • Developed wireframes, site maps, and content inventories for new website designs.

Bartender/Server

Tap and Barrel, Craft Beer Market, Pawn Shop
03.2022 - 09.2024
  • Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Consistently exceeded sales goals through strategic upselling of premium beverages, add-ons, and promotions.
  • Managed high-pressure environments with multitasking and time management skills, ensuring prompt and attentive service to all guests.
  • Resolved customer concerns effectively, turning potential issues into positive experiences and repeat visits.

Lead Outreach Representative

America's Vote
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Generated leads and initiated 100+ daily face-to-face interactions to promote campaign initiatives and secure petition signatures.
  • Persuaded prospects in high-traffic environments using targeted messaging, resulting in consistently exceeding daily signature quotas by 20–30%..
  • Recognized as Top Performer, averaging $500–$600 per day in earned commissions by consistently exceeding signature targets.

Pest Control Sales

Vantage
02.2020 - 04.2020
  • Completed intensive training program in door-to-door sales strategies, objection handling, and customer psychology.
  • Practiced sales scripts, product knowledge, and persuasive techniques to prepare for direct residential sales.
  • Learned quota-based selling, territory management, and CRM basics in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.
  • Prepared to generate leads and close deals through cold approaches and real-time problem-solving.
  • Season canceled prior to launch due to COVID-19, but retained and applied skills in future sales roles.

Education

Accounting

Washington State University
Washington State
03.2027

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Teamwork and cooperation
  • Planning and design
  • Staff recruiting and retainment

Timeline

Lead Outreach Representative

America's Vote
04.2023 - 08.2023

Graphic and Web Design

Freelance
08.2022 - Current

Bartender/Server

Tap and Barrel, Craft Beer Market, Pawn Shop
03.2022 - 09.2024

Pest Control Sales

Vantage
02.2020 - 04.2020

Accounting

Washington State University

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