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SARA LITLAND

Summary

Creative Professional, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possessing skills in tech, communication, adaptability, and problem-solving. Eager to transition from the creative industry to business and technology.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Graphic Print Artist

GIFTS FOR YOU NOW
04.2022 - Current
  • Oversight of design and preflight print management
  • Automation and coding of InDesign files through a company-specific program, Design Merge
  • Routine testing of sublimated goods that met company QA standards, and developed new processes to improve printing speeds and quality
  • Daily management of batch files to ensure correct distribution of orders and to rectify any errors that disrupted the merge process
  • Collaborated with clients to develop custom artwork that met their needs
  • Provided guidance and technical assistance to other artists when needed

Front Desk Agent

MARRIOTT BURR RIDGE
04.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provided information about hotel amenities, services, and local attractions
  • Inputted guest information into computer system accurately and securely
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by answering inquiries about business operations and policies, resolving concerns and developing creative solutions to guest concerns
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently while maintaining weekly and monthly billing data reports detailing occupancy levels and revenue amounts
  • Event planning for client events and weddings on the property, including vaious reservations for private groups and corporate events

Screen Printer

CULTURE STUDIOS
09.2020 - 03.2021
  • Leading developer of merchandise for high clientele, with use of digital and traditional screen printing techniques
  • Routinely worked with the company's partner, M&R Machinery, to test new equipment and provide feedback
  • Assisted in the setup of screen printing presses for various projects
  • Processed upwards of 3,000 orders daily and managed production systems
  • Performed regular maintenance on all machines and equipment used in screen printing process, as well as trouboleshot problems as they arose during production runs
  • Developed new techniques to improve efficiency and productivity of workflow processes

Shift Lead

EARTHBOUND TRADING CO.
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Aided management in meeting weekly and monthly sales goals
  • Counted inventory, resolved discrepancies, and completed paperwork to keep systems accurate and current
  • Routinely strategized marketing placement within the store to optimize product and sales
  • Aided in employee training and directed sales associates to meet company sales goals
  • Analyzed customer buying patterns to identify trends in sales activity
  • Completed opening and closing duties to facilitate business operations, while delegating other tasks to employees and monitoring completion

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Illustration

Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL
05-2019

Skills

  • Client Relations
  • Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • Research & Development
  • Automation & System Coding
  • Systems Management
  • Inventory Report
  • Database Maintenance
  • Bookkeeping
  • Studio Management
  • Composition Skills
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suites
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suites

Timeline

Graphic Print Artist

GIFTS FOR YOU NOW
04.2022 - Current

Front Desk Agent

MARRIOTT BURR RIDGE
04.2021 - 01.2022

Screen Printer

CULTURE STUDIOS
09.2020 - 03.2021

Shift Lead

EARTHBOUND TRADING CO.
01.2017 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Illustration

Columbia College Chicago

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