Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline

Norah Langston

Hot Topic Inc.
Auburn
1
Language
1
Certification
13
years of professional experience

Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Anatomy, shading, 3D and 2D design, fantasy themes, fast paced client deadlines and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Work History

Server

5 Months
Cow and Cod | 03.2026 - Current
  • Handle an average 100 orders during regular morning shifts, 150 on weekends and near holidays.
  • Performed daily cleaning of windows and doors, mopped behind counter, vacuumed mats, and maintained lobby and tables to ensure a welcoming environment.
  • Processed up to 150 customer orders on weekends and holidays to meet high demand.
  • Cleaning windows and doors daily, mopping behind the counter, vacuuming the mats at the door, mopping the lobby weekly, and wiping down tables throughout the day.
  • Assisted in training new hires on safety and cleanliness practices, fostering positive customer relationships.

Sales Associate

5 Years 2 Months
Hot Topic Inc. | 06.2021 - Current
  • Designed displays to enhance store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote merchandise effectively.
  • Fielding customer requests in location of merchandise by operating in collaboration with sister locations.
  • Campaigning customer relations by promoting location loyalty among patrons.
  • Promoted location loyalty among patrons to strengthen customer relations.
  • Closed 800+ transactions by operating POS system efficiently, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Student Academic Support

1 Year 4 Months
Ottawa University | 08.2024 - 12.2025
  • Developed individualized instructional plans to support diverse learners, leading to increased academic achievement for all students.
  • Addressed individual student needs, providing tailored instruction and support to promote academic success.
  • Enhanced student academic support through the recruitment, training, and development of volunteer tutors and mentors.
  • Provided student academic support outside class time to improve learning and performance.
  • Provided individualized support for students struggling academically by offering additional tutoring sessions after school hours.

Event Coordinator

6 Years 9 Months
DNZ Cards | 04.2013 - 01.2020
  • Revitalized and facilitated youth-focused programming and events across North America, enhancing engagement and participation.
  • Briefed team of 15+ staff members on company-wide events and growth opportunities, ensuring alignment and preparedness.
  • Orchestrated a variety of events on a multi-national scale, promoting youth engagement and fostering interest.
  • Directing IT support for large gatherings of 10,000+ attendees through careful construction, maintenance, and disassembly of vital technology networks.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art

Ottawa University | Ottawa, Kansas | 12-2025
  • Cultivated four extensively themed gallery-ready art collections for submission in competitive art spaces.
  • Guided student artists in the gallery submission process by arranging, theming, and titling exhibit materials.
  • Showcased multi-media collection with intent to sell

Skills

G Suite proficient
Adobe Creative Cloud
Mac OS
G-Suite proficient
Adobe Suite proficient
Mac OS proficient
Web design
Digital illustration
Visual storytelling
Acrylic painting
Paint mixing

Certification

First Aid Certification, valid Food Permit.

Languages

Elementary Japanese & American Sign Language

Timeline

Server

Cow and Cod
03.2026 - CurrentRead More

Student Academic Support

Ottawa University
08.2024 - 12.2025Read More

Sales Associate

Hot Topic Inc.
06.2021 - CurrentRead More

Event Coordinator

DNZ Cards
04.2013 - 01.2020Read More

Ottawa University

Bachelor of Arts from Studio Art
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Norah Langston