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Kim Small

Debary ,FL

Summary

Customer Service focused with many years experience. Meticulous, systematic and reliable employee capable of meeting customers needs in a professional and timely manner. Bringing solid expertise in customer relations and author experience. Skilled in oral, written and phone communication, team leadership and relationship-building.

Orderly and committed Author Specialist offering solid skills in customer relations and resilience to handle challenges of fast-paced Publishing environments. Bringing detail-oriented and decisive nature with sound judgment, good multitasking abilities and self-motivated nature. Comfortable working alone or with teams to accomplish on-time and accurate clerical tasks.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Author Services Specialist

Salem Media Group
Maitland , FL
2019.10 - Current
  • Managed multiple writing projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Worked with several authors at a time, managing their book projects.
  • Interacted with editors to address feedback and relay to authors.
  • Collaborated with design teams to create visual elements that complemented book.
  • Compiled data from surveys to gather information about book detail specs.
  • Advised authors on how best to use written materials as part of their overall marketing strategy.
  • Worked closely with production team members to produce book covers and interior text.
  • Collaborated with team leadership and other key leaders to determine best production decisions.
  • Used Microsoft Word, Google Sheets and Excel Sheet to track progress and reports, including contact information, training documents, organizational materials.
  • Incorporated feedback from editors and subject matter experts into writing material.
  • Attended team meetings to discuss projects, new processes and best practices, brainstorm ideas and put forward solutions to issues.

Early Childhood Educator

Blake Christian Academy
Lake Helen , FL
2016.07 - Current

I have taught preschool in many capacities including - 3 year old Lead and Science Porch teacher.

  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing all learning styles.
  • Developed and implemented Science Curriculum for the entire school.
  • Set-up and executed Science Porch.
  • Offered excellent service to parents by collaborating and communication to build rapport and build strong support.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with students, faculty and parents.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.

Early Childhood Educator

Creative Arts Early Learning Academy
Lake Helen , FL
2015.01 - 2016.06

I was the 3 year old lead teacher.

  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning.
  • Advised and mentored faculty and supported program leaders.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing all learning styles.
  • Offered families excellent service through communication and building rapport.

Early Childhood Educator

Blake Dayschool
Lake Helen , FL
2010.08 - 2014.05

School Float, Science Porch teacher, Lead VPK teacher

Customer Service And Sales

Old Navy
Daytona , FL
2009.02 - 2011.03
  • Educated customers on product and service offerings.
  • Answered customers' questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone.
  • Opened and closed store, including counting cash, opening and closing cash registers and creating staff assignments.
  • Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and giving appropriate feedback.
  • Communicated merchandise needs and issues to appropriate supervisors in timely fashion.

Sales Associate

Gap Inc.
Sanford , FL
2000.03 - 2005.03
  • Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.
  • Built and maintained effective relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success toward common sales, service and operational goals.
  • Kept apprised of emerging trends and provided informative customer service to assist in product selection.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
  • Offered product and service consultations and employed upselling techniques.
  • Assisted customers by finding needed clothing items and checking inventory for items at other locations.
  • Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and giving appropriate feedback.

Education

General Academics

Vestal Senior High School
Vestal, NY
1987

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Smart Horizons

Skills

  • Strategic planner
  • Strong Emphasis on customer service
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Team development
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Analytical thinker
  • Fast learner
  • Skilled multi-tasking
  • Organizational leadership
  • Customer Service
  • Merchandising knowledge
  • Results oriented
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Verbal/written communication
  • Active listening
  • Product Sales

Accomplishments

  • Customer Service - Specialist working with VIP authors
    Researched, calmed and rapidly resolved client conflicts to prevent loss of key accounts. Assisted customers over the phone and via email regarding their project.
  • Trainer - Trained several new employees for the many aspects of an Author Services Role.

Timeline

Author Services Specialist

Salem Media Group
2019.10 - Current

Early Childhood Educator

Blake Christian Academy
2016.07 - Current

Early Childhood Educator

Creative Arts Early Learning Academy
2015.01 - 2016.06

Early Childhood Educator

Blake Dayschool
2010.08 - 2014.05

Customer Service And Sales

Old Navy
2009.02 - 2011.03

Sales Associate

Gap Inc.
2000.03 - 2005.03

General Academics

Vestal Senior High School

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Smart Horizons
Kim Small