Taylor Gibson
Monroe
Summary
Dynamic media production graduate skilled in directing and storytelling, with proven success in leading a 20-person crew through a complex student film project. Adept at leveraging customer service and teamwork to deliver high-quality visual content and enhance audience engagement in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Exprerss
Freehold
10.2025 - Current
- Guided customers in selecting merchandise, enhancing their shopping experience with product knowledge.
- Supported customers in locating products, addressing inquiries, and providing tailored product recommendations.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Organized store layout and ensured shelves were consistently stocked, improving customer access to products.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
Barista & Cashier
Starbucks
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Prepared customized handcrafted beverages and food items in a fast-paced environment.
- Processed payments accurately and implemented upselling techniques to increase sales.
- Leveraged communication, multitasking, and time management skills to enhance service efficiency.
- Upheld cleanliness, quality, service, maintenance, and atmosphere (CQSMA) standards while monitoring inventory for restocking and operational flow.
Hostess
Roux 61 Seafood and Grill
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Greeted and seated guests promptly at Roux 61 Seafood and Grill.
- Managed to-go orders, waitlist, table resetting, and seating in 50-table restaurant, serving 60 guests per shift and ensuring welcoming experiences through a customer-first approach.
- Managed reservation system to optimize table turnover and guest flow.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff and servers to optimize guest flow and resolve escalated concerns, improving service quality and reducing wait times.
- Assisted servers by preparing dining area for special events and busy shifts.
Student Film Director
Louisiana State University
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Directed False Blood, a 12-minute supernatural horror short, leading a 20-person student crew through 15 shoots over 2.5 months of production, from concept to final cut. Oversaw key production staff, including the camera operator, sound mixer, production assistants, and gaffers, maintaining artistic vision and cohesion.
- Assigned talent to roles by blending intuition and insight, composing call sheets that aligned crew members' strengths and interests with production needs. Developed detailed shoot reports and resolved impediments, including recasting actors and troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, while keeping film on its planned timeline.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities and Social Science
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05-2025
Skills
- Sales techniques
- Upselling techniques
- Sales presentation
- POS system management
- Microsoft Office suite
- Customer service excellence
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
- Camera Operator (Spring 2023)
- Camera Operator & Understudy (Spring 2024)
- 48 Hour Film – Film Competition
Timeline
Sales Associate
Exprerss
10.2025 - Current
Barista & Cashier
Starbucks
01.2025 - 05.2025
Student Film Director
Louisiana State University
01.2024 - 01.2024
Hostess
Roux 61 Seafood and Grill
01.2023 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Humanities and Social Science
Louisiana State University