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Work History
Education
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Community Service
Campus Involvement
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Sam Butler

Walnut Creek,CA

Summary

Dynamic sales associate with a proven track record at The UPS Store, excelling in customer service and team collaboration. Successfully trained new employees while enhancing store operations. Leveraged digital marketing skills to grow a personal brand, securing sponsorships and engaging thousands. Committed to fostering mentorship and driving team productivity in fast-paced environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate (Seasonal)

The UPS Store
Walnut Creek, CA
02.2021 - Current
  • Worked full-time during summer and winter breaks while attending college (May-Aug, Dec)
  • Co-managed store operations including opening and closing duties
  • Delivered exceptional customer service and assisted with high-value shipments and secure transactions
  • Trained new employees and supported team productivity during busy periods

Guitar Instructor

Self Employed Services
Walnut Creek, CA
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Developed customized lesson plans aligned with student goals and learning styles.
  • Managed scheduling and client relationships to enhance overall program efficiency.
  • Fostered mentorship and communication skills through one-on-one sessions.
  • Evaluated student performance during lessons in order to track progress over time.
  • Motivated students throughout their learning journey by providing positive reinforcement.

Personal Branding & Media Experience

Self Employed Web
Walnut Creek, CA
06.2020 - 07.2021

Social Media & Brand Partnerships June 2020 – July 2021

  • Grew a substantial social media following as a guitarist, producing content that attracted thousands of viewers and engaged a broad audience
  • Secured brand sponsorships through independent outreach and professional collaboration with music gear companies
  • Gained hands-on experience in brand management, creative direction, and maintaining communication with third-party marketing teams
  • Developed proficiency in digital design tools, social media strategy, and self-driven marketing campaigns

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Psychology

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
05.2026

Skills

  • Customer Service & Sales
  • Leadership & Team Collaboration
  • Time Management & Organization
  • Problem Solving in Fast-Paced Environments
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Mentoring & Training
  • Digital marketing
  • Display design

Community Service

  • More Than a Bed, Volunteer, Tucson, AZ, 2022, Present, Assist with sorting, organizing, and distributing essential items such as clothing, furniture, toys, and school supplies to foster, adoptive, and kinship families, Support the mission of providing resources to underserved youth through regular volunteer shifts at Warehouse One, Engage in hands-on community service to improve the quality of life for children in group homes and low-income households
  • Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa County, Volunteer, Walnut Creek, CA, 2018, 2020, Prepared and served free meals for community members experiencing homelessness, Collaborated with volunteer team to ensure efficient service and delivery of meals

Campus Involvement

Tau Kappa Epsilon, Member, University of Arizona, 2022 – Present
Active member of the Social Committee, responsible for organizing philanthropic and fundraising events in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, our national charity. Participate in brotherhood activities and leadership development while fostering community engagement and service.

Arizona Music Business Club (AMBC), Member, University of Arizona, 2023, Present, Attend weekly meetings with music industry professionals including label reps, artists, and talent buyers, Network with peers interested in music management and business, Explore industry trends, marketing, and talent development practices

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited

Timeline

Sales Associate (Seasonal)

The UPS Store
02.2021 - Current

Personal Branding & Media Experience

Self Employed Web
06.2020 - 07.2021

Guitar Instructor

Self Employed Services
01.2019 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Psychology

University of Arizona