Jes Brooks
Knoxville
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and versatile skills in management. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to client satisfaction. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective and innovative solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Merchandising Lead
Target
05.2020 - Current
- Planned departments weekly workload to ensure business priorities and sales goals were met.
- Partnered with all departments on training, workload planning and completion.
- Spearheaded successful product launches by coordinating promotional efforts across various internal departments and external partners.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Executed and maintained specific merchandising techniques, space planning, product flow, lighting and implementation of all in store marketing elements such as mannequins, navigational signs and all signs that support events, seasons, holidays and in store promotions.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Tracked sales trends, inventory levels and promotions to strategically leverage visuals.
- Trained team members storewide on visual standards and how to apply merchandising strategies.
- Built storewide strategies to improve efficiency during Holidays and peak business times.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Specialty Sales Team Lead
Target
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Planned departments weekly workload to ensure business priorities and sales goals were met.
- Led and organized teams daily, providing goals and expectations.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and actionable insights.
- Trained, coached, and mentored new sales associates for maximum performance.
- Motivated the team by giving effective praise.
- Led team in prioritizing the guest, providing effective guest service and leveraging product knowledge.
Teacher
Grace Christian Academy
07.2017 - 05.2020
- Taught Digital Arts, Advanced Digital Arts, AP Computer Science Principles and AP Computer Science A.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Project Manager
CBI
05.2016 - 02.2017
- Developed client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets.
- Conducted client consultations to understand requirements and preferences.
- Coordinated with vendors, managing orders, deliveries and installations.
- Conducted site visits to assess accurate measurements, project progress and address any issues or discrepancies.
- Utilized programs such as AutoCAD and 2020 CAP to provide space planning and 3D renderings for clients.
- Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely delivery of all milestones without compromising quality.
- Prepared product and layout documents implementing design concepts.
- Responded to small and large scale RFP's, providing solutions that met a variety of needs and budgets.
- Established positive relationships with industry partners through networking events and professional affiliations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
University of Tennessee
Knoxville05.2016
Skills
- Customer service
- Communication
- Strategic planning
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
- Decision-making
- Space Planning
- Data analysis
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- Indesign
- AutoCAD
Timeline
Specialty Sales Team Lead
Target
12.2021 - 07.2022
Visual Merchandising Lead
Target
05.2020 - Current
Teacher
Grace Christian Academy
07.2017 - 05.2020
Project Manager
CBI
05.2016 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Interior Design
University of Tennessee