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Sasha Van Schalkwyk

Houston

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in exceptional customer service, nonprofit networking, and creative expertise. Skilled in community outreach, soliciting 501(c)3 donations, and art education, I fostered strong relationships that enhanced member loyalty and satisfaction. Adept at utilizing Excel for insightful reporting, I thrive in collaborative environments that drive impactful results.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Server & Retail Sales Associate

The Nice Winery
09.2024 - Current
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Developed strong relationships with wine club members, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
  • Enhanced member satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and anticipating guests' needs.
  • Greeted guests and helped with product questions, selections, inventory, and purchases.

Private Art Instructor

Self-employeed
09.2014 - Current
  • Managed a diverse range of students, tailoring lessons for adults, teens, children, camps, classrooms, and individuals.
  • Integrated cross-disciplinary themes into lessons, highlighting connections between visual arts and other subjects and experiences.
  • Translated behavioral goals for children who had experienced trauma into art therapy interventions, noting and monitoring their developmental progress.
  • Completed diagnostic assessments and collaborated with teachers, parents, and schools.

Assistant to the Director

Evelyn's Park Conservancy
06.2022 - 03.2023
  • Raised significant funds for various charitable causes by organizing and executing fundraising events in a collaborative community effort.
  • Conducted research on potential donors, identifying key prospects for major gifts and planned giving initiatives.
  • Developed positive relationships within the community by developing, marketing, scheduling, and participating in outreach programs and free local events.
  • Utilized advanced Excel spreadsheets to develop comprehensive reports that provided valuable insights into fundraising efforts.
  • Managed event schedule, updated monthly calendar, supervised volunteers, photographed park events, collected in-kind donations, and performed a variety of other tasks as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Painting

Savannah College of Art And Design
Savannah, GA
05-2018

Skills

  • Exceptional customer service
  • Sales expertise
  • Nonprofit fundraising
  • Community outreach
  • Creative arts

Timeline

Server & Retail Sales Associate

The Nice Winery
09.2024 - Current

Assistant to the Director

Evelyn's Park Conservancy
06.2022 - 03.2023

Private Art Instructor

Self-employeed
09.2014 - Current

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Painting

Savannah College of Art And Design

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