Seryna Gallegos
San Jose,CA
Summary
Innovative professional specializing in visual merchandising and art production processes. Demonstrated ability to streamline operations while maintaining high-quality standards, ready to leverage artistic talents to enhance brand identity and customer engagement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Worker
Trader Joe's
06.2017 - Current
- Managed inventory levels, restocking shelves to maintain product availability and store organization.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive shopping experience for all customers.
- Trained new employees on store policies, procedures, and best practices for customer engagement.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance store layout and improve merchandising strategies.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively.
Sign Artist
Trader Joe's
06.2025 - Current
- Created engaging in-store displays to enhance customer experience and promote seasonal products.
- Collaborated with team members to design promotional materials aligning with Trader Joe's brand identity.
- Developed artistic concepts for new product launches, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer preferences.
- Mentored junior artists in design principles and execution, enhancing overall team performance and creativity.
- Streamlined art production processes, improving turnaround times while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints, and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
Retail Merchandise Lead
Fanatics
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Analyzed sales data to optimize inventory levels and streamline product assortments across retail channels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute promotional campaigns and seasonal displays effectively.
- Trained and mentored junior merchandisers on best practices in merchandising techniques and product placement.
- Conducted regular audits of merchandise displays to ensure compliance with brand standards and improve customer experience.
- Led initiatives to enhance operational efficiency within the merchandising team, resulting in improved workflow processes.
- Organized and maintained displays to achieve clean and appealing product layouts.
- Improved overall store aesthetics by consistently maintaining clean, well-organized merchandise displays.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Managed project timelines effectively ensuring all merchandising planograms and resets were completed within established deadlines.
- Managed inventory levels and product rotation to maximize sales and minimize out-of-stock items.
- Streamlined inventory management with accurate tracking and timely reordering of products.
- Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
After-School Program Leader
Mount Pleasant After School Program
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Led daily program activities, ensuring engaging and safe environments for children.
- Developed educational curricula that promoted social skills and teamwork among participants.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to maintain discipline and create positive interactions.
- Evaluated program outcomes, adjusting activities based on participant feedback and engagement levels.
- Managed logistical aspects of programs, including scheduling, materials procurement, and event planning.
- Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
- Monitored student safety while conducting indoor or outdoor activities.
- Assisted students with homework completion, providing individualized support and guidance as needed.
- Scheduled mini-lessons, art projects, and unstructured playtime for school-age children.
- Addressed diverse learning needs by adapting lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
- Fostered a positive learning atmosphere by promoting respect, curiosity, cooperation among students.
Education
Bachelor in Fine Arts - Graphic Design
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA05-2027
Associate of Arts - Drawing And Painting
San Jose City College
San Jose, California, CA05-2025
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
San Jose City College
San Jose, California, CA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Gunderson High School
San Jose, CA05-2018
Skills
- Analytics informed decision making
- Inventory management
- Creative design
- Reliability and punctuality
- Strategic visual thinking
- Digital illustration
- Traditional media illustration (graphite, ink, ballpoint pen, charcoal)
- Detail oriented
- Photo editing
- Concept development
- Networking skills
- Elevated design sensibility
Accomplishments
- Invited to create a display of artwork for a public art exhibition presented in San Jose, CA in April 2023.
- Invited to create a display of artwork for a public art exhibition presented in San Jose in May 2023.
- Invited to create a display of artwork for a public art exhibition presented in San Jose, CA in June 2023.
- Invited to create a display of artwork for a public art exhibition presented in San Jose, CA in May 2024.
- Invited to create a display of artwork for a public art exhibition presented in San Jose in August 2024.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Graphic Design
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Exploring various forms of art, such as photography, tattooing, and design, to nurture creativity and personal growth
- Music
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
Timeline
Sign Artist
Trader Joe's
06.2025 - Current
Retail Merchandise Lead
Fanatics
05.2022 - 08.2024
After-School Program Leader
Mount Pleasant After School Program
08.2021 - 05.2022
Retail Worker
Trader Joe's
06.2017 - Current
Bachelor in Fine Arts - Graphic Design
California State University, East Bay
Associate of Arts - Drawing And Painting
San Jose City College
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
San Jose City College
High School Diploma -
Gunderson High School