Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Interests
Timeline
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Lara Rodriguez

Miami,FL

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a proven track record at N&T Services, excelling in media outreach and audience analysis. Demonstrated exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, enhancing project delivery and customer satisfaction. Recognized for optimizing workflows and achieving sales goals through effective teamwork and collaboration.

Performance-driving leader adept at aligning cross-departmental objectives to facilitate high-quality, on-time productions and long-term customer loyalty. Creative and innovative problem-solver exercises key strengths in workflow optimization, process re-engineering and strategic scheduling techniques. Offers track record of delivering superior-quality results for industry-leading publication conglomerates.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Props Assistant

WWJD Engeenering Inc.
Miami , Florida
03.2005 - 02.2023
  • Delivered newsworthy stories on air using perfect pronunciation and inflection.
  • Assisted director with planning and completing film shots and B roll footage.
  • Cut delivery times through proactive tracking and monitoring of project timelines and aggressive pursuit of customer approval of digital and print files.
  • Reviewed news stories and edited down to fit into specific time slots.
  • Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
  • Maintained schedules, managed deadlines, and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.
  • Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.

Salesperson

Frullati Cafe & Bakery
Miami, Florida
02.2002 - 12.2004
  • Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
  • Engaged customers in social conversations to create pleasant and easy shopping experience.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
  • Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
  • Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
  • Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
  • Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.

Sales Manager

Papell Family Management LLC
Miami, Florida
05.1998 - 08.2001
  • Processed payments and returns with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
  • Placed new merchandise on shelves and racks in appealing, organized arrangements to drive sales.
  • Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments, and bagging purchases.
  • Opened and closed store by balancing cash registers and receipts.
  • Enhanced customer service experience by acting quickly and applying appropriate resolutions for common problems.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.

Education

Level 2 - ASL Sign Language

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
10-2021

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
06-2020

GED -

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
11-2016

Skills

  • Design skills
  • Hand drafting
  • Excellent communication
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Painting techniques
  • Audience analysis

  • Media outreach
  • Self motivation
  • Detail-oriented
  • Professionalism
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Workflow optimization

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of El Mirador Project.
  • Supervised team of 10 staff members.
  • Documented and resolved due time lines which led to end work on time.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Languages

English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Limited Working
ASL Sign Language
Limited Working

Interests

  • Hiking
  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
  • Backpacking
  • Participate in Yoga and Pilates, as recreational activities to maintain physical fitness
  • Camping
  • Historical Exploration
  • Train Travel
  • Road Trips
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Documenting and sharing travel experiences
  • Sharing travel tips, recommendations, and insights with fellow enthusiasts
  • Music
  • Exploring various forms of art, such as Singing , Piano lessons, and Art and craft classes, to nurture creativity and personal growth
  • Photography
  • Acting and Theater
  • Interior Design
  • Creative Writing
  • Fashion
  • High-Intensity Interval Training
  • Pilates
  • Enjoy participating in my studio for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Mindfulness Practices
  • Yoga
  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Regularly practice mindfulness and meditation for overall wellness
  • I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
  • Reading
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Fashion and Style
  • Genealogy
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Timeline

Props Assistant

WWJD Engeenering Inc.
03.2005 - 02.2023

Salesperson

Frullati Cafe & Bakery
02.2002 - 12.2004

Sales Manager

Papell Family Management LLC
05.1998 - 08.2001

Level 2 - ASL Sign Language

Broward College

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Miami Dade College

GED -

Miami Dade College