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Work History
Education
Skills
Professional Awards
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Rene McCullough

Las Vegas

Summary

Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires and providing customized solutions to build loyalty. Solid team player with outgoing, positive demeanor and proven skills in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Specialize in quality, speed and process optimization. Articulate, energetic and results-oriented with exemplary passion for developing relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses.

Overview

14
years of professional experience

Work History

Boys Town Nevada Behavioral Health Clinic

Client Service Representative
2021.10 - Current (2 years & 11 months)

Job overview

  • Maintained accurate record-keeping with proactive attention to client information updates.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in company policy or procedures while maintaining excellent service standards for existing clients.
  • Researched and explained insurance benefits to new and existing clients so they better understand their insurance coverage and client fiscal responsibility.
  • Managed incoming calls, providing prompt and accurate information to clients about products and services.
  • Organized relevant documentation for each client interaction, ensuring a thorough understanding of client needs and facilitating seamless handoffs between team members.

Boys Town Nevada

Executive Administrative Assistant
2018.09 - 2021.10 (3 years & 1 month)

Job overview

  • Assisted in event planning efforts, executing successful corporate functions that bolstered brand image and networking opportunities.
  • Assisted in the development of presentations, effectively conveying crucial information to stakeholders.
  • Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
  • Managed inventory levels for office supplies, reducing waste while guaranteeing availability when needed.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, expediting project completion times and enhancing overall efficiency.
  • Created shareable content that resonated with followers, driving increased engagement rates and audience growth.

Desert Truss

Front Desk Manager
2017.08 - 2018.09 (1 year & 1 month)

Job overview

  • Utilized active listening skills to identify customer needs and provide appropriate solutions.
  • Prepared and submitted reports to keep management informed of sales activities and progress.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.

one7 Communications

Public Relations and Social Media Coordinator
2015.08 - 2017.05 (1 year & 9 months)

Job overview

  • Coordinated successful media events, including press conferences and product launches, generating positive publicity..
  • Wrote press materials and delivered presentations to media representatives.
  • Created shareable content that resonated with followers, driving increased engagement rates and audience growth.
  • Managed social media accounts for clients, generating interest for existing and upcoming product or service releases.
  • Wrote and edited articles, web content, advertising copy, periodicals and publications for internal and external audiences.

The Rebel Yell

Editor In Chief and Journalist
2012.09 - 2016.05 (3 years & 8 months)

Job overview

  • Increased readership through strategic content planning and audience engagement techniques by developing publication website, blogs and social media presence.
  • Established partnerships with relevant organizations, expanding the publication''s network and influence within the industry.
  • Oversaw, trained and developed writers and associates, assistants and junior editors to optimize production and quality of work producing a weekly publication cycle.
  • Managed budget allocation for editorial projects, ensuring optimal use of resources and cost-effective strategies.
  • Facilitated a mentorship program with the Review Journal of Las Vegas for junior editors and writers, fostering their professional growth and skill development.


Nordstrom

Commission-based Sales Associate
2010.08 - 2014.08 (4 years)

Job overview

  • Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
  • Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
  • Utilized cross-selling techniques to introduce customers to complementary products, increasing average transaction size.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Education

University of Nevada, Las Vegas , Las Vegas, Nevada

Bachelor of Science from Journalism And Media Studies

University Overview

Status: ON HIATUS UNTIL 2025

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Customer Experience
  • Calm and Professional Under Pressure
  • Document and Records Management
  • Remote Office Availability
  • Relationship Building
  • Product Knowledge
  • Customer Data Confidentiality
  • Sales and Upselling
  • Provider Relations
  • Payment Processing
  • Client Relations
  • MS Office
  • Computer Skills
  • Administrative and Office Support
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Professional Awards

PRSA PINNACLE AWARD

Timeline

Client Service Representative

Boys Town Nevada Behavioral Health Clinic
2021.10 - Current (2 years & 11 months)

Executive Administrative Assistant

Boys Town Nevada
2018.09 - 2021.10 (3 years & 1 month)

Front Desk Manager

Desert Truss
2017.08 - 2018.09 (1 year & 1 month)

Public Relations and Social Media Coordinator

one7 Communications
2015.08 - 2017.05 (1 year & 9 months)

Editor In Chief and Journalist

The Rebel Yell
2012.09 - 2016.05 (3 years & 8 months)

Commission-based Sales Associate

Nordstrom
2010.08 - 2014.08 (4 years)

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Bachelor of Science from Journalism And Media Studies
Rene McCullough