Steven Benavides
Hicksville
Summary
Pursuing role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Wellness Advisor
Sunnyside Medical Dispensary
Huntington Station, NY
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients by providing education on cannabis and offering information to support informed decisions regarding needs and ailments. Trained staff members on best practices and supported managers with various tasks.
Retail Sales Specialist
REI
Huntington Station, NY
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service through friendly interactions, effective communication, and meticulous attention to detail. Assisted customers in understanding product offerings to fulfill their needs. Facilitated membership sales and operated the POS system to process transactions accurately.
School Photographer
Shutterfly
Long Island, NY
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Captured class photos of children for school portraits. Assisted in transporting and setting up lighting equipment at various schools across Long Island. Uploaded images to a cloud database while maintaining a friendly atmosphere during sessions.
Porter
Huntington Hyundai
Huntington Station, NY
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted in transporting vehicles safely. Completed daily tasks of driving and preparing cars for customer pickups. Maintained cleanliness and detail of vehicles prior to delivery.
Recreational Counselor
Outreach
Brentwood, NY
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Oversaw community interactions to foster a positive atmosphere. Communicated unsafe behaviors to management for timely intervention. Developed and implemented recreational programs to enhance children's recovery experience.
Photographer
Thunder Sports Photography
Seaford, NY
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted in capturing client portraits. Set up studio lighting for optimal photography conditions. Guided assistant in posing clients for effective shots. Developed creative posing ideas for client sessions.
Warehouse Inventory Manager/Logistics Manager
TGS Holdings
Farmingdale, NY
07.2019 - 09.2022
- Directed logistics team to ensure on-time delivery of outgoing packages. Developed and implemented daily pick lists reflecting prior sales. Oversaw creation of shipping labels to match orders accurately. Managed inventory updates on website and Shopify to maintain accuracy. Initiated new product listings on website and Shopify. Coordinated with shipping partners and customer service through effective email communication.
Picker & Packer
TGS Holdings
Farmingdale, NY
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Oversaw daily operations of order fulfillment by selecting and packing sneakers and apparel for online sales. Monitored accuracy of items against receipts and addressed shipping label errors promptly.
Sales Associate
Nike
Deer Park, NY
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Oversaw customer service initiatives to foster positive shopping experiences. Managed inventory accuracy by coordinating efforts to locate missing merchandise. Cultivated customer relationships to enhance overall satisfaction and loyalty.
Education
Associates of Science - Photography
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY05.2022
Skills
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Rapid learning ability
- Effective time management
- Strong organizational skills
- Customer service proficiency
- Product Knowledge
- Effective problem solver
- Advanced photo editing skills
- Film development expertise
- Digital and darkroom printing
- Expertise in studio lighting
- Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
- Adaptable to change
Timeline
Lead Wellness Advisor
Sunnyside Medical Dispensary
04.2024 - Current
Retail Sales Specialist
REI
09.2023 - 10.2024
School Photographer
Shutterfly
08.2023 - 10.2023
Porter
Huntington Hyundai
03.2023 - 09.2023
Recreational Counselor
Outreach
10.2022 - 03.2023
Photographer
Thunder Sports Photography
03.2022 - 03.2023
Warehouse Inventory Manager/Logistics Manager
TGS Holdings
07.2019 - 09.2022
Picker & Packer
TGS Holdings
04.2019 - 07.2019
Sales Associate
Nike
03.2018 - 04.2019
Associates of Science - Photography
Nassau Community College