Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Honors And Awards
Extracurricular Activities
Timeline
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Kobie Polk

Hampton,VA

Summary

Motivated individual with experience in customer service and creative industry sectors. Skilled in building customer relationships and understanding customer needs. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for providing superior customer service.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sale Associate

The Valut
07.2022 - Current
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Contributed to sales growth by upselling products and services based on individual customer requirements.

We Need You Fellow

Black Man Lab Foundation
04.2021 - 06.2022
  • Worked within a group to create and edit content for the Black Man Lab, an intergenerational gathering of Black Men working together to build the elements of authentic manhood.
  • Collaborated with editorial teams to refine content, resulting in high-quality publications that resonated with target audiences.
  • Completed projects ahead of deadlines, effectively managing time and setting priorities for multiple assignments.

Court Clerk II

DeKalb County Courthouse (TLAC Program)
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Increased court efficiency by processing legal documents and maintaining accurate case records.
  • Enhanced communication between legal professionals by promptly distributing correspondence and case updates.
  • Assisted judges in streamlining court proceedings through diligent research and preparation of case materials.
  • Managed confidential information securely, upholding the integrity of the court system.
  • Reduced clerical errors by implementing quality control measures when handling sensitive information.

Assistant Director

Kecoughtan High School
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Provided creative direction and management during rehearsals for the production 'Once on this Island'
  • Directed rehearsals when necessary and operated the light board for the show.

Assistant Director

Downing Gross Cultural Arts Center
03.2019 - 05.2019
  • Provided creative direction and management during rehearsals for the productions 'For Colored Girls' and 'Frozen Jr'
  • Directed rehearsals when necessary and directed lighting cues during the production.

Demolition Crew

U-Haul
05.2018 - 07.2018
  • Worked with a crew on the demolition of office building space for renovation.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by carefully planning and executing demolition tasks.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and regulations.

Assistant Teacher

Mom's Tot Spot Child Development Center
03.2018 - 05.2018
  • Enhanced learning environment by creating and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
  • Boosted children''s social skills development through group play, interactive games, and role-playing activities.
  • Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
  • Assisted lead teacher in designing curriculum and instructional materials for diverse student needs.

Production Assistant Intern

Georgia Public Broadcasting
05.2016 - 08.2017
  • Worked on social media campaigns, served as head production assistant for editing live shows, and facilitated talent or guests in the studio.
  • Assisted in managing set operations for seamless shooting experiences and timely project completion.
  • Contributed to successful projects by maintaining a clean and organized set environment for all crew members.
  • Delivered accurate script notes during rehearsals, enabling clear communication between the director and actors.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Performance Theatre

Hampton University
Hampton, VA
12.2024

Skills

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Recordkeeping
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Data Entry
  • Documentation
  • Product Sales

Honors And Awards

  • Hampton University Freshman Scholarship
  • Hampton University Dean's List (Spring 2016, Fall 2017)
  • Hampton Players Hubie Awards
  • Best Freshman
  • Best Sophomore
  • Best Junior
  • Best Actor (2x)
  • Best Thespian (2x)
  • Best Team Player
  • Best Accent
  • Best Musical Number
  • Funniest Moment
  • Hampton University Homecoming Court / Parade
  • Mr. Hampton Player Fall 2017
  • Hampton Players Float Fall 2019

Extracurricular Activities

Hampton Players (University Acting Troupe) President, past Vice President, past Secretary Hampton University Forensics and Debate Team Team Member

Timeline

Sale Associate

The Valut
07.2022 - Current

Court Clerk II

DeKalb County Courthouse (TLAC Program)
06.2021 - 08.2021

We Need You Fellow

Black Man Lab Foundation
04.2021 - 06.2022

Assistant Director

Kecoughtan High School
05.2019 - 07.2019

Assistant Director

Downing Gross Cultural Arts Center
03.2019 - 05.2019

Demolition Crew

U-Haul
05.2018 - 07.2018

Assistant Teacher

Mom's Tot Spot Child Development Center
03.2018 - 05.2018

Production Assistant Intern

Georgia Public Broadcasting
05.2016 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Performance Theatre

Hampton University
Kobie Polk