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Sophia Rose Bray Borges

Boston,MA

Summary

I am a hardworking and passionate artist working towards my BFA in painting and 3D art. I'm seeking opportunities to collaborate with other artists and continue my skill development and self-promotion.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Follett Bookstore
09.2021 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.

Freelance Artist

Self-Employed
05.2020 - Current
  • Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
  • Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
  • Handled all client communications to build professional and long-lasting business relationships and bring in continuous work.
  • Completed over 70 individual projects for clients using varied media.

Sales Associate

Zumiez
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.

Sales Associate

Michael's Arts & Crafts Store
10.2018 - 02.2021


  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Massachusetts College of Art And Design
Boston, MA
06.2024

Skills

*Strong work ethic

*Attentive to detail

*Organized

*Charismatic

*Collaborator

Accomplishments

*True Grit Art Gallery - Lockdown Exhibit 2020

*Paintings for sale in two retail locations

*Fine Arts Award Recipient Middleboro High School 2020

*Vendor events throughout Greater Boston

*Chosen for Massachusetts College of Art and Design Exhibits (5)

*Yearbook cover art

*Program design for performing arts

Timeline

Sales Associate

Follett Bookstore
09.2021 - Current

Sales Associate

Zumiez
06.2021 - 08.2022

Freelance Artist

Self-Employed
05.2020 - Current

Sales Associate

Michael's Arts & Crafts Store
10.2018 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Massachusetts College of Art And Design
Sophia Rose Bray Borges