Overview
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Owen Schaefer

Richmond,VA

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Consultant

VCU Writing Center
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Helped a diverse set of clients develop: both broad and localized writing skills, editing skills, communication skills, and time management strategies.
  • Increased student confidence in their writing abilities through consistent encouragement and support.
  • Collaborated with fellow tutors to share resources, strategies, and best practices for effective tutoring sessions.

Cashier

Nate's Bagels
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Performed customer service and product creation
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.

Handyman

Trublue Total HouseCare
12.2019 - 03.2020
  • Charged with performing a plethora of home improvement tasks, both inside and outside of homes.
  • Streamlined project execution by carefully planning work schedules to ensure timely completion of tasks without compromising on quality.

Loader/Manual Laborer

Merrifield Garden Center
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Responsible for a multitude of tasks including: customer service, manual labor, maintenance/upkeep of store and grounds.
  • Improved efficiency in the loading process by implementing effective organizational and prioritization strategies.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow.

Lifeguard

Vienna Woods Swim Club
05.2015 - 08.2018
  • Responsible for maintaining the safety of patrons.
  • Increased patron satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing exceptional customer service at all times.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
12.2023

Skills

  • Extensive writing and editing knowledge
  • Firm understanding of rhetoric and other aspects of interpersonal communication
  • Public speaking
  • Problem-Solving

awards

  • VCU Model United Nations Conference Chair, 2021-2023, Elected to perform tasks pertaining to: competition scheduling, competition preparation for fellow club members, and the creation of lengthy study guides.
  • Sarah Bradley Memorial Award Recipient, 2017, Awarded to those who maintain excellent character, resilience, and compassion in the face of adversity.
  • Anthony Edwards Memorial Award Recipient, 2017, Awarded to those who perform excellently and show grit, determination, and integrity in the face of adversity.
  • GCMHS Varsity Wrestling Team Captain, 2016-2017, Selected for displaying dedication, trustworthiness, and excellent leadership skills.

References

Provided upon request

Timeline

Consultant

VCU Writing Center
09.2023 - 12.2023

Cashier

Nate's Bagels
07.2022 - 10.2022

Handyman

Trublue Total HouseCare
12.2019 - 03.2020

Loader/Manual Laborer

Merrifield Garden Center
09.2019 - 12.2019

Lifeguard

Vienna Woods Swim Club
05.2015 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - English

Virginia Commonwealth University

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