Alexis Firpo
Long Beach,California
Summary
Creative and results-driven professional with two years of experience in editorial illustration, project coordination, and customer engagement. Adept at crafting compelling visuals, managing design projects, and collaborating with clients to deliver impactful, audience-focused content. Possesses a strong background in technology-related roles, including software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving, optimizing performance, and streamlining workflows. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and various technical tools, with excellent organizational abilities. A proactive team player committed to continuous learning and staying ahead of industry trends to drive innovation and contribute to organizational success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Admin Assistant
Thomas Avdeef
Orange County, CA
12.2024 - Current
- Manage front desk operations, including answering calls, scheduling appointments, and greeting clients professionally.
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, maintaining calendars and sending reminders for deadlines and events.
- Prepare and distribute invoices, process payments, and track office expenses.
- Perform clerical tasks, including data entry, drafting correspondence, and organizing files.
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail, distributing correspondence and preparing shipments.
- Maintain office supplies and inventory, ordering as needed to ensure efficient operations.
- Assist with document preparation and formatting, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.
- Support general office organization, including filing, photocopying, and maintaining a tidy workspace.
Illustrator
Self-Employed
08.2021 - Current
- Managed creative projects from conception to completion, including designing, copywriting, and editing promotional content, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
- Oversaw social media campaigns by designing engaging posts and stories, creating cover art for podcasts, and effectively coordinating with team members to meet campaign objectives.
- Executed a successful Kickstarter campaign for a graphic novel, demonstrating strong budgeting skills, meticulous project planning, and effective collaboration with printers and manufacturers.
- Supported pre-press needs for various Kickstarter campaigns, maintaining clear and consistent communication with backers, fulfilling Kickstarter rewards, including packaging and mailing physical copies, and utilizing Adobe InDesign for production layout and typesetting.
- Designed posters for a non-profit, managing the adaptation of artwork for different formats, including social media and print, while coordinating with the client to align on vision and requirements.
- Collaborated closely with clients to create personalized artwork, ensuring effective communication, managing expectations, and consistently meeting project deadlines.
Barista
Starbucks
Seal Beach, USA
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Coordinated and executed special promotional events and initiatives, enhancing customer engagement and loyalty.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and implement seasonal menu changes and product launches, ensuring smooth transitions and effective communication with customers.
- Managed inventory levels and ordering processes for promotional items and seasonal offerings, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Led cross-functional teams in coordinating store renovations and equipment upgrades, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Facilitated training sessions for new team members on project coordination protocols and procedures, ensuring consistency and alignment with company standards.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Editorial Illustration
Pacific Northwest College of Art
Skills
- Project Coordination & Management
- Writing & Editing
- Administrative Support
- Transcription
- Organization & Scheduling
- Customer Service Mindset
- Conflict Resolution
- Office Management
- Social Media Content Creation
- Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Technologies
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Canva, Figma, Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks, Basic HTML/CSS, Zoom, Slack, MS Teams
Timeline
Admin Assistant
Thomas Avdeef
12.2024 - Current
Barista
Starbucks
06.2022 - 12.2024
Illustrator
Self-Employed
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Editorial Illustration
Pacific Northwest College of Art