Jessica Sachs
Boulder,CO
Summary
Dedicated and responsible college student interested in applying strong communication and leadership skills to any role. I am experienced in customer service, retail and food service and will use all prior experience to ensure quality service in future roles. I have well-developed time management skills and am a sociable, talented addition to any team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
News Section Editor
CU Independent Newspaper
08.2022 - Current
- I oversee the CU Independent's news section which generates around five stories each week. I am responsible for fact-checking all news articles, as well as assigning writers to stories and ensuring that all stories are quality and written in proper AP style.
- In addition to my responsibilities as the section editor, I write my own articles and participate in conducting longform investigations.
- I participate in recruitment and am responsible for bringing new writers to the news section.
Sales Associate
Madewell
02.2023 - 01.2024
- I am required to always have a friendly and welcoming attitude that makes customers feel comfortable in the shop and comfortable using questions about products.
- I assist guests at the cash register, as well as assist guests at the fitting rooms to suggest styles and fits of clothing.
- I am in charge of organizing and sanitizing the store area, as well as creating new displays for merchandise.
- I am in charge of handling customer service matters, such as returns, exchanges or shop complaints in a manner that leaves customers feeling satisfied and encouraged to return.
- I package and ship online orders to be distributed to customers.
Cashier and Ice Cream Scooper
Sweet Cow
05.2022 - 08.2022
- I produced customers orders in a timely and accurate manner, orders included from ice creams, sundaes, milkshakes, and cakes. This often required extra baking and decorating tasks.
- I performed opening and closing duties, such as sterilizing and organizing the shop area, basement, and outdoor dining patio.
- I always ensured that I provided a friendly, welcoming atmosphere that made customers have a pleasant experience and feel encouraged to return
Sales Associate and Barista
Panera Bread
11.2021 - 04.2022
- I handled customer services matters and ensured quality service
- I took customers orders and answered guests questions concerning the menu and store policies
- I operated the company drive-through and produced and packaged orders for customers
- I was required to sterilize and organize the restaurant, kitchen and dining areas
- I performed barista duties such as taking coffee orders and making both classic and specialty beverages for customers
Receptionist and Sales Associate
2020 Eyevenue
06.2021 - 11.2021
- As a receptionist, I scanned and organized company files to ensure efficient service. Additionally, I greeted customers, answered questions about the shop and operated the companies telephone and email communications.
- I assisted shoppers in selecting glasses frames that were both fashionable and functional and assisted in transactions once customers were finished shopping.
- I was trained to administer basic eye care testing, as well as to sterilize and organize equipment.
Sales Associate
Glam-Ur-Eyes Mobile Boutique
06.2021 - 11.2021
- I set up and dismantled the 'pop-up' mobile boutique at weekly farmers markets and other events
- I helped to create visually appealing displays that would draw customers to our mobile boutique and encourage transactions
- I performed cashier duties and assisted shoppers in selecting clothing/accessories
- I performed all services in a welcoming and friendly manner, while answering general inquiries about the mobile boutique and encouraging customers to visit our permanent storefront
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism & Political Science
University of Colorado- Boulder
Boulder, CO05-2026
High School Diploma -
Legacy High School
Broomfield, CO05-2022
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Sociable and welcoming attitude
- Well-developed leadership skills
- Positive and optimistic outlook
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Friendly and understanding attitude
- Well-developed organizational skills
- Strong visual skills, display-creation experience
- Cash-handling experience
Awards
- Society of Professional Journalists 2023 in-depth story of the year
- Gold medal award at 2019 FCCLA state competition
- CHSAA Poms academic all-state award
- Legacy High School academic "letter" award
- Legacy High School leadership award
- Legacy High School High Honor Roll recipient
- University of Colorado, Boulder Dean's List recipient
Affiliations
- 15 years of competitive dance experience
- 4 years of varsity high school dance team
- Participated in high school FCCLA organization
Timeline
Sales Associate
Madewell
02.2023 - 01.2024
News Section Editor
CU Independent Newspaper
08.2022 - Current
Cashier and Ice Cream Scooper
Sweet Cow
05.2022 - 08.2022
Sales Associate and Barista
Panera Bread
11.2021 - 04.2022
Receptionist and Sales Associate
2020 Eyevenue
06.2021 - 11.2021
Sales Associate
Glam-Ur-Eyes Mobile Boutique
06.2021 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism & Political Science
University of Colorado- Boulder
High School Diploma -
Legacy High School
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