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MADELEINE RUNNELS

Summary

Experienced with a track record in retail, reception, marketing, and event planning roles. Demonstrated ability to deliver through effective communication, problem-solving, and attention to detail. Skilled in resolving issues and maintaining a positive and welcoming atmosphere. Proactive team player with a passion for art, a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering friendly service.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

New Member Educator

Chi Omega Sorority
11.2023 - Current
  • Evaluated the status of 84 new members through assessments, one on one meetings, and sisterhood events providing constructive feedback to support growth and development within our chapter.
  • Facilitated the planning and implementation of dozens of events in a variety of settings for 220 chapter members.
  • Led a team of three assistants and delegated appropriately to them.
  • Planned and led weekly meetings for all 84 new members and the new member team which included our president, vice president, personnel chair, and treasurer.
  • Utilized Microsoft Excel often to coordinate and organize events, member matching, and attendance all year.

School of the Arts Event Workshop

The College of Charleston
09.2024 - 09.2024
  • Participated in an illumination workshop that was held for donors to visit at the Albert Simons Center for the Arts Re-Opening event.
  • The workshop included calligraphy for words in Arabic, painting and gilding geometric designs from medieval choral books with 24 karat gold leaf techniques, and the creation of pigment with historical materials like ultramarine blue and red lake.

Sales Associate

Hermosa Jewelry
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Organized displays to maintain visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled returns, online orders, and handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges at the front desk.
  • Built relationships with our neighborhood regulars, and their pets, to encourage trust.
  • I became very familiar with talking to customers and promoting our products to them based on their catered needs.
  • Designed and fashioned custom jewelry demonstrating my ability to not only talk about art, but also make it first hand.
  • Promoted our brand through social media marketing on multiple platforms garnering attention to our online sales and overall notability.

Marketing Committee Chair

Chi Omega Sorority
01.2023 - 11.2023
  • Planned out social media posts and hand painted banners to increase organization engagement.
  • Worked with a team to generated creative ideas to drive participation and awareness.
  • Created visually appealing graphics for use in social media posts.

Sales Associate

Aerie
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Executed product layouts and placement and prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Greeted customers in the front, assisted customers with inquiries, providing product recommendations, and ensuring a positive shopping experience.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to achieve store goals, assisting with tasks such as restocking inventory and organizing the store.


Receptionist

Champion Brands Inc.
05.2021 - 08.2021


  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, job applications, communicated with clients, and updated records.
  • Ensured customer and employee satisfaction by promptly answering calls, redirecting phone lines, and addressing inquiries.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

The College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Episcopal School of Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
05-2022

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Visually Literate
  • Event Planning
  • Reception and Retail experience
  • Problem-Solving
  • Marketing
  • Project Management Tools
  • Strong Communication
  • Jewelry Making and Welding
  • Canvas Stretching

Timeline

School of the Arts Event Workshop

The College of Charleston
09.2024 - 09.2024

Sales Associate

Hermosa Jewelry
05.2024 - 08.2024

New Member Educator

Chi Omega Sorority
11.2023 - Current

Sales Associate

Aerie
05.2023 - 08.2023

Marketing Committee Chair

Chi Omega Sorority
01.2023 - 11.2023

Receptionist

Champion Brands Inc.
05.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

The College of Charleston

High School Diploma -

Episcopal School of Jacksonville
MADELEINE RUNNELS