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Tara Berger

Kodak,TN

Summary

I have always aspired to work in the graphic design industry. I gained some experience at my previous company, but I am eager to achieve more. I possess skills in all Adobe and Microsoft applications, and I also freelance in photography. Exploring my creativity is a passion of mine.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Old Navy
09.2017 - 08.2020
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections and purchases.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.

Server

Southern Craft BBQ
08.2020 - 04.2022
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.

Server

Soaky Mountain Water Park
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Bussed and reset cabanas at the end of the night.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
  • Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.

Bay-Host

Topgolf USA
08.2022 - Current
  • Followed procedures to correctly handle cash, credit and gift certificate transactions.
  • Served alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages following policies as well as federal, state and local regulations.
  • Answered guest questions with responses about menu, promotions and specials.
  • Retrieved and delivered food and beverage orders.
  • Responded to customer requests efficiently and with knowledgeable assistance.
  • Responded to all customer inquiries thoroughly and professionally.
  • Took guest food and beverage orders and entered orders in computer system.
  • Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to responses.

Teller

Citizens National Bank
02.2023 - 01.2024
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
  • Educated customers on use of banking website and mobile apps.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
  • Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans, and lines of credit.
  • Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
  • Identified sales opportunities and referred customers to branch partners in financial services.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer transactions in line with bank procedures.

Marketing Assistant

Citizens National Bank
01.2024 - 06.2025
  • Created engaging content for Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram.
  • Proofread marketing collateral ahead of printing to eliminate errors.
  • Input new data, updated old records and cross-checked information to keep marketing database up-to-date.
  • Updated spreadsheets with statistical, financial and non-financial information.
  • Conducted primary and secondary research to better understand customer needs and behaviors.
  • Used various market research tools and techniques to gather, analyze and interpret data.
  • Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.
  • Researched and evaluated potential new markets and products.

Education

Associates of Arts - Graphic Design

Walters State Community College
Morristown, TN
05.2019

Skills

  • Efficient and Detail-Oriented
  • Issue and Complaint Resolution
  • Upbeat and Positive Personality
  • Courteous with Strong Service Mindset
  • Information Inputting
  • Calm and Professional Under Pressure
  • POS Systems and Ordering Platforms
  • Understanding Customer Needs
  • Building Customer Trust and Loyalty
  • Campaign support
  • Scheduling
  • Records coordination
  • Branding
  • Digital advertising
  • Marketing
  • Performance analysis
  • Business communications
  • Social media oversight
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Content creation
  • Relationship building

Accomplishments

I developed a complete lineup of debit and credit cards for a banking institution. My design leadership has spanned various marketing campaigns, including billboards, mailer advertisements, social media platforms, and website design. Additionally, I completed the redesigned branding for Land Air Telecommunications.

Timeline

Marketing Assistant

Citizens National Bank
01.2024 - 06.2025

Teller

Citizens National Bank
02.2023 - 01.2024

Bay-Host

Topgolf USA
08.2022 - Current

Server

Soaky Mountain Water Park
05.2022 - 08.2022

Server

Southern Craft BBQ
08.2020 - 04.2022

Sales Associate

Old Navy
09.2017 - 08.2020

Associates of Arts - Graphic Design

Walters State Community College