Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Taj Amal

Woodridge,IL

Summary

Professional with strong background in ensuring safety and security. Proven ability to assess situations quickly and respond effectively. Skilled in surveillance, access control, and conflict resolution. Team player focused on maintaining secure environment and adapting to changing needs. Reliable, vigilant, and committed to achieving results.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

DJ

DJ
07.2014 - Current
  • Assisted clients in understanding their available options and helped them select the right service plans for their needs.
  • Followed up with clients ensuring their satisfaction with my performance.
  • Created and managed budget and schedule.
  • Determined the best visual and audio effects necessary to complete production.
  • Produced and wrote short-format packages for network.
  • Produced social media videos in support of multiple campaigns and products.
  • Entertained guests on a cruise line by having a show 6 nights out of the week.
  • Performed in front of live audiences and in studios.
  • Performed on the radio.
  • Taught DJ classes at local schools and venues.
  • Operated sound equipment and DJ software for seamless performance execution.

Unit Supply Specialist

U.S. Army
10.2009 - 10.2015
  • Performed as a fire team member during situational training exercises and all infantry dismounted battle drills. Expert in tactical and technical guidance.
  • Documented and processed classified materials.
  • Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment.
  • Planned and briefed personnel on missions.
  • Follow guidelines to observe and mitigate internal and external theft.
  • Provide detailed notes on daily activities for reference by loss prevention management and regular partnering with daily management to ensure proper theft prevention strategies.
  • Working well with a team and able to communicate clearly and efficiently with coworkers.
  • Firearms Safety Training.
  • Emergency Response.
  • Army Achievement Medal.
  • Combat Operations.
  • Advanced Individual Training.
  • Trained in the use of tear gas and explosives.

Security Guard

Allied Barton
09.2013 - 08.2014
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
  • Detected suspicious activities and watched for criminal acts and rule infractions.
  • Secured all doors in the office and main building after hours. Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees and visitors.
  • Circulated among visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property.
  • Wrote reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual occurrences.
  • Was contracted out to work for Boeing Internationals Chicago headquarters.

Instructor

Lincoln's Challenge Academy
08.2014 - 08.2015
  • Extensively trained new and existing cadets.
  • Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout the training process.
  • Clearly communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to all cadets.
  • Used a variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.
  • Expert in tactical and technical guidance.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions that encouraged critical thinking and cadet participation.

Bartender

Studio movie grill
09.2017 - 04.2018
  • Assisted customers with needs, both at and away from the bar.
  • Cleaned and sanitized bar and drink containers.
  • Developed long-lasting relationships with customers, creating regulars.
  • Ensured proper stock of bar items at all times.
  • Guarantee high level of service to all customers throughout every night.
  • Identify fake identification cards and deal with unruly customers.
  • Participated in marketing programs to improve sales.
  • Perform transactions accurately and quickly.
  • Performed bar opening and closing procedures.
  • Trained new hires, ensuring service is maintained at proper level.
  • Updated drink menu and made recommendations for which drinks are successful.

Education

GED -

Lincoln Challenge Academy
06.2009

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Communications and Media
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Time Management
  • Security camera monitoring
  • Threat assessment
  • Strong multitasking

Timeline

Bartender

Studio movie grill
09.2017 - 04.2018

Instructor

Lincoln's Challenge Academy
08.2014 - 08.2015

DJ

DJ
07.2014 - Current

Security Guard

Allied Barton
09.2013 - 08.2014

Unit Supply Specialist

U.S. Army
10.2009 - 10.2015

GED -

Lincoln Challenge Academy
Taj Amal