Summary

Overview

Work History

Education

Skills

Sydney Smith

Seattle,WA

Summary

A detail oriented graduate with a Bachelors Degree in Japanese Language from Western Washington University. Leadership and communications skills built off of years of experience in music programs and retail. Hoping to apply past experience in new was to help and build a new repertoire of skills.

Overview

7

7

years of professional experience

Work History

Production Associate

Card Kingdom

Seattle, WA

07.2023 - 03.2024

Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment.
Wrapped items, placed in boxes and added proper labeling to prepare for shipment.

Backroom and Sales Associate

HomeGoods

Bellingham & Seattle, WA

11.2022 - 06.2023

Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.
Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
Monitored work areas for cleanliness and functionality and removed obstacles for safety.

Student Custodian

WWU

Bellingham, WA

11.2021 - 11.2022

Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.
Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.

Sales Associate

HomeGoods

Bellingham, WA

09.2018 - 11.2021

Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
Trained new team members in stock procedures and customer services.

Substitute Custodian

Cardiff School District

Encinitas, CA

06.2017 - 08.2018

Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
Notified building managers about needed repairs to maintain public safety.
Addressed minor maintenance issues, reporting more serious conditions to supervisors for attention from maintenance technicians.
Cleared leaves, trash and debris from steps, walkways and areas around building entrances and exits, maintaining cleanliness and appearance of premises.

Education

Japanese Language

Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA

06.2022

Bachelor of Arts in Japanese Language
3.30 GPA
University Band Member, 3 Years

Skills

Attention to Detail
Responsible and Dependable
Multitasking and Prioritization

Positive Team Player
Customer Service
Problem-Solving