Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Cannabis Education & Passion
Earlier Experience
Timeline
Work Availability
Interests
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Shane Johnson

Shane Johnson

Whiting

Summary

Passionate and knowledgeable retail professional with over a decade of customer-facing experience and a proven track record in team management and operational coordination. Known for fostering collaboration, staying calm under pressure, and delivering consistent results through strong leadership, conflict resolution, and time management skills. Now seeking to transition into the cannabis industry—retail, education, or marketing—with the goal of building a long-term, meaningful career in a field I’m deeply passionate about.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Leader / Front Desk Lead

Gravity Vault
04.2024 - Current
  • Lead day-to-day operations during high-traffic hours; open/close responsibilities.
  • Helped improve internal communication between management and staff.
  • Resolved member concerns with empathy and professionalism.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.

Freelance Marketing & Web Support

Prime Time Plus
02.2023 - Current
  • Created and managed the business website and Instagram presence.
  • Handled design, light copywriting, and audience engagement.
  • Adapted brand messaging to appeal to local customers and online visitors alike.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Crew Member / Section Leader

Trader Joe’s
10.2016 - 09.2022
  • Delivered top-tier service in a busy, team-oriented environment.
  • Led product sections and ensured freshness, compliance, and safety protocols.
  • Built strong regular customer relationships through genuine, informed service.
  • Supported store morale through humor, creativity, and consistent dependability.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wall High School
Wall Township, NJ

Creative Writing

Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL

History

Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ

Skills

  • Cannabis Knowledge (Strains, Terpenes, Effects, Delivery Methods)
  • Customer Experience & De-escalation
  • Leadership & Scheduling
  • Cash handling
  • Retail Operations & Inventory
  • Team leadership
  • Social Media Management
  • Positive attitude
  • Problem-solving
  • Flexible schedule
  • POS Systems (Lightspeed, Square, Shopify, etc)

Cannabis Education & Passion

  • Self-Taught Cannabis Enthusiast & Advocate
  • Lifelong student of cannabis strains, terpenes, cannabinoids, and responsible use.
  • Regularly research evolving industry trends, compliance laws, and product innovations.
  • Provide informal guidance to friends and family based on experience level, medical/recreational needs, and intended effects.

Earlier Experience

  • (Details available upon request)
  • Retail Manager – Vans (1.5 years): Supervised staff, handled stock/inventory, and supported daily operations in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Food Service – Delicious Orchards (2.5 years): Worked in a high-volume prepared foods department with a focus on teamwork, customer service, and quality presentation in a boutique, high-end grocery environment.

Timeline

Shift Leader / Front Desk Lead

Gravity Vault
04.2024 - Current

Freelance Marketing & Web Support

Prime Time Plus
02.2023 - Current

Crew Member / Section Leader

Trader Joe’s
10.2016 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

Wall High School

Creative Writing

Full Sail University

History

Rider University

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests

Climbing

Gaming

History

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork-life balanceHealthcare benefits