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Rey Edwards

Wilmington,NC

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in client relationship management and team leadership, notably at SurfBerry. Expert in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, I excel in visual storytelling and team collaboration. Successfully negotiated contracts and led service excellence initiatives, driving repeat business and enhancing team productivity.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

self-employed

Freelancer
Wilmington, USA
07.2023 - Current
  • Client Relationship Management: Established and maintained strong relationships with clients, ensured clear communication, repeat business, and referrals
  • Contract Negotiation & Invoicing: Negotiated project terms, pricing, and timelines with clients
  • Marketing & Business Development: Promoted freelance services through online platforms, social media, and networking

barista

Periwink
Wilmington, USA
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Coffee Preparation: Created high-quality coffee drinks (espresso, cappuccinos, lattes, cold brews) based on recipes and customer preferences
  • Multitasking: Managed multiple orders during peak hours, maintained quality and customer satisfaction
  • Teamwork: Collaborated with team to ensure smooth operations, including opening/closing, stocking, and equipment maintenance

shift leader

SurfBerry
Wilmington, USA
06.2019 - 08.2022
  • Team Leadership: Supervised and motivated staff during shifts, facilitated productivity and service excellence
  • Staff Training: Trained new employees on procedures, safety protocols, and customer service
  • Cash Handling: Managed cash transactions, processed payments, and balanced cash drawers at shift end

Education

Bachelor - Illustration

Savannah College of Art and Design
Savannah, GA
06.2025

Skills

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Character Design
  • Creature Design
  • Team Collaboration
  • Visual Storytelling

Certification

Adobe Illustrator certificate

Projects

Cryptic Creatures, indie film, Created detailed art for characters and environments., Developed art to communicate key story moments. 

Flora, indie film, Iterated on art assets with the design team, balancing aesthetics and functionality., Worked with directors and other artists.

Awards

  • Recipient of the Academic Scholarship
  • Dean's List
  • Winter 2022
  • Fall 2022
  • Spring 2023
  • Fall 2023
  • Spring 2024
  • Fall 2024
  • Studied Abroad, Was selected to travel abroad to France for a semester.

Timeline

barista

Periwink
06.2024 - 08.2024

self-employed

Freelancer
07.2023 - Current

shift leader

SurfBerry
06.2019 - 08.2022

Bachelor - Illustration

Savannah College of Art and Design

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