Vanessa Cardinas
Dallas
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Marshalls
2024 - Current
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
Nail Technician
I Do This as a Hobby
04.2023 - Current
- Established strong client relationships through exceptional customer service and communication skills.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers to increase loyalty, trust and satisfaction.
- Sterilized and sanitized beauty tools and equipment to maintain hygiene and safety protocols.
- Ensured a clean and sanitary workspace, adhering to industry hygiene standards and practices.
- Offered advice and recommended products to improve and maintain nails.
- Used acrylics, gels and glitters to create custom nail art designs for clients.
- Kept tidy and organized area to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Consistently received positive feedback from clients regarding my attention to detail, professionalism, and friendly demeanor during their visits.
- Prepared nail beds and cuticles, shaped nails and applied polish.
- Demonstrated expertise in various nail art designs, attracting new customers seeking unique styles for special events or everyday wear.
Choir Member
House of Healing
01.2022 - Current
- Supported fellow choir members by offering constructive feedback and encouragement during practice sessions.
- Enhanced choir performance by consistently attending rehearsals and practicing assigned music diligently.
- Performed at community outreach events such as holiday concerts at nursing homes or charity fundraisers, spreading joy through music while giving back to others.
- Demonstrated versatility by adapting to various musical styles, enhancing the choir''s overall performance quality.
- Collaborated effectively with instrumentalists and soloists during performances, creating a seamless musical experience for listeners.
- Practiced singing exercises and studied with vocal coaches to develop voice and rehearse for upcoming roles.
- Observed choral leaders or prompters for cues or directions in vocal presentations.
Babysitter
Cecilia Arrona
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
Student Volunteer
Trinity Church Cedar Hill
01.2014 - 03.2019
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Displayed excellent time management skills while balancing academic responsibilities alongside demanding volunteer commitments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional attitude and demonstrating respect for all individuals involved in the project.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to changing circumstances or unforeseen challenges during volunteer events.
Education
High School Diploma -
Midlothian Highschool
Skills
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Nail art techniques
- Sanitation Procedures
- Appointment management
- Product Knowledge
- Problem-solving skills
- Client consultation
- Verbal and written communication
- Manicure
- Tool and surface sanitation
- Client service quality
- Creative design
- Client satisfaction
- Attention to Detail
- Workspace Organization
- Cash Handling
- Relationship Building
- Detail Oriented
- Appointment Scheduling
- Cash handling
- Flexible schedule
- Client service
- Stocking and receiving
- Customer engagement
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Babysitter
Cecilia Arrona
11.2023 - 07.2024
Nail Technician
I Do This as a Hobby
04.2023 - Current
Choir Member
House of Healing
01.2022 - Current
Student Volunteer
Trinity Church Cedar Hill
01.2014 - 03.2019
Sales Associate
Marshalls
2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Midlothian Highschool