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Ken Taylor

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in social media marketing and sales, notably at Carvana, and Ripplematch. Excelled in creating impactful marketing strategies and fostering strong customer relationships, leading to significant referrals and repeat business. Skilled in graphic design and possesses exceptional verbal and written communication abilities. Demonstrated ability to increase brand awareness and drive sales through strategic planning and effective teamwork.

Relevant courses: Principles of Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications, Consumer Behavior, Business Statistics.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Car Salesperson

Carvana
Raleigh, NC
05.2024 - Current
  • Negotiated purchase prices and explained sales, warranty, and optional products.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, resulting in numerous referrals and repeat customers.
  • Answered telephone and email inquiries from potential customers.
  • Followed-up on warm Internet leads and responded to customer questions about vehicle availability, price, and options while fielding inquiries from various marketing websites.

Barista

Starbucks
Raleigh, NC
03.2023 - 03.2024
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.

Social Media Marketing Consultant

Suds Of Love
Pembroke, NC
08.2022 - 12.2022

In my integrated marketing communications class. I was able to
partner with a non-profit organization and create a social media
marketing plan for the organization. I partnered with Suds of
Love Truck, which is a non-profit based out of Robeson County.
That provides free shower and laundry services for unhoused
individuals.

During this project I:

  • Analyzed their social media platforms and created a plan to
    implement strategies that would help the organization
    appeal to its target audience.
  • Created digital and physical marketing media
    Formed a meaningful professional relationship with the
    founder Mrs. Tina Bowen.
  • Worked in a team to increase brand awareness to attract
    more volunteers and donations.

Field Marketing Representative

RippleMatch
Pembroke, NC
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Generated leads for sales teams through strategic product demonstrations and presentations.
  • Contributed to the design of eye-catching marketing displays that effectively communicated product benefits.
  • Established social media presence for regional promotions, attracting new customers through dynamic online content.

Sales Associate

Walmart
Pembroke, NC
01.2020 - 03.2022
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.

Sales Associate

Tilly's
Fayetteville, NC
08.2017 - 09.2019
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store's visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Increased sales by being personable and encouraging.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC
12.2024

Hertford County High School
Ahoskie, NC
06.2017

Skills

  • Social Media Marketing
  • Graphic Design
  • Sales & Pitching ideas
  • Proficient in IBM SPSS Statistics
  • Excellent verbal and written
    communication skills

Timeline

Car Salesperson

Carvana
05.2024 - Current

Barista

Starbucks
03.2023 - 03.2024

Social Media Marketing Consultant

Suds Of Love
08.2022 - 12.2022

Field Marketing Representative

RippleMatch
05.2022 - 08.2022

Sales Associate

Walmart
01.2020 - 03.2022

Sales Associate

Tilly's
08.2017 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of North Carolina At Pembroke

Hertford County High School
Ken Taylor