SARA DASHNER
Gahanna,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly organized professional with experience in inventory management, data organization, and operations support. Skilled in using Microsoft Excel to maintain accurate records, analyze inventory, and improve product assortment strategies. Proven ability to collaborate with teams, including stylists and merchandising departments, to successfully execute photoshoots and ensure brand consistency across digital platforms. Adept at managing samples, coordinating logistics, and maintaining efficient office operations. Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, organization, and supporting creative and business objectives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Intervention Assistant
The Wellington School - The Missing Piece
Upper Arlington, OH
07.2025 - Current
- Assists a student weekly with their academic challenges and personalized learning strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff across all grades to address and meet individual student needs through regular communication and tailored support strategies.
- Engaged in weekly communication with student's parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Collected and organized academic performance data for students by uploading to Google Docs for improved accessibility and team collaboration.
- Maintained detailed notes for student across various subjects to enhance their focus and task management.
Owner/Head Photographer
Sara Dashner Photography
Columbus, OH
04.2009 - Current
- Delivered wedding and non-studio portrait photography, restoring and editing images using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
- Engaged with clients via phone and email, addressing inquiries promptly and achieving a satisfaction rating of over 90%.
- Planned and prepared logistics for on-location shoots, coordinating schedules and equipment needs for each event.
- Assembled photography equipment, including cameras and lighting, and selected settings and props tailored to a specific client theme for photoshoots.
- Answered customer inquiries daily, set up appointments for clients, and filed invoices each week using a digital filing system.
- Managed a budget for marketing initiatives, ensuring effective allocation of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
Owner
Label Grey Boutique
Columbus, OH
06.2019 - 01.2022
- Developed and maintained an e-commerce website using Shopify, resulting in a 30% increase in online sales over six months.
- Created a targeted product selection that increased sales.
- Increased daily sales by implementing targeted promotional strategies while effectively managing expenses to maintain profitability.
- Contributed to social media marketing campaigns, resulting in a 25% increase in external traffic to the website over six months.
- Conducted quarterly trips to buy merchandise and established strong partnerships with suppliers, resulting in improved inventory variety.
- Maintained and updated data for purchase order spreadsheets, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
- Communicated with unsatisfied customers, providing logical and quick solutions to increase customer satisfaction.
Visual Merchandiser
Tommy Hilfiger
Columbus, OH
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Oversaw retail floor merchandising and display maintenance, leading to improved product visibility and customer engagement in a high-traffic environment.
- Participated in weekly conference calls to discuss project updates and address any operational challenges.
- Collaborated with management to design and implement store layouts and optimize visual merchandising flow for seasonal collections.
- Led and provided on-the-spot coaching to associates, enhancing overall customer service quality.
- Trained a team of 10+ associates to deepen their understanding of product features and promotional strategies.
- Organized back stock efficiently and enforced specific company policies, such as inventory control procedures; assisted in loss prevention training for staff and reported potential theft incidents to management.
Assistant to the E-Commerce team
Tween Brands
New Albany, OH
06.2006 - 06.2007
- Entered and organized data for inventory items using Microsoft Excel, ensuring accurate records and easy retrieval.
- Collaborated with a team of stylists to prepare and execute 3 successful photo shoots, ensuring cohesive styling and visual aesthetics.
- Revised buy and assortment sheets to enhance product selection and inventory accuracy.
- Compiled and updated books containing key product insights and vendor details for weekly buying meetings.
- Reviewed and approved images for the company website to ensure branding consistency and quality standards.
- Managed and organized clothing samples for various photoshoots, ensuring timely and effective execution of creative vision.
- Managed filing, scanned documents, and organized office supplies to maintain an efficient workspace.
- Collaborated with departments to optimize inventory usage, ensuring timely replenishment and reducing stock discrepancies.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss project updates and objectives.
Education
Fashion Merchanding - Textiles and Clothing/Fashion Merchandising
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OHSkills
- Strong communication skills
- Problem solving abilities
- Computer proficiency with Excel and Word
- Inventory Management
- Sales Reporting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Shipping and receiving
Personal Information
Title: Merchandise Clerk-HYBRID
Timeline
Intervention Assistant
The Wellington School - The Missing Piece
07.2025 - Current
Owner
Label Grey Boutique
06.2019 - 01.2022
Visual Merchandiser
Tommy Hilfiger
08.2017 - 08.2018
Owner/Head Photographer
Sara Dashner Photography
04.2009 - Current
Assistant to the E-Commerce team
Tween Brands
06.2006 - 06.2007
Fashion Merchanding - Textiles and Clothing/Fashion Merchandising
The Ohio State University