Summary
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Education
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Veda Challenger

Veda Challenger

Phoenix,AZ

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.

Work History

Makeup Artist

Stila Cosmetics
  • Assisted in applying makeup for diverse skin types and occasions.
  • Learned to select appropriate products based on client needs and preferences.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand desired looks and styles effectively.
  • Followed hygiene protocols to ensure safe application practices consistently.
  • Employed effective communication skills to build rapport with clients quickly.

Makeup Artist

Calvin Klein
  • Assisted in applying makeup for diverse skin types and occasions.
  • Learned to select appropriate products based on client needs and preferences.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand desired looks and styles effectively.
  • Followed hygiene protocols to ensure safe application practices consistently.

Jewelry Designer

3 Birds Chirping
  • Coordinated photoshoots for marketing materials, capturing the essence of each collection beautifully.
  • Enhanced jewelry designs by incorporating innovative materials and techniques.
  • Maintained a strong aesthetic vision, providing consistent high-quality designs across various collections.
  • Created professionally staged images using special lighting and backgrounds to display pieces attractively.
  • Optimized studio space organization for enhanced productivity and workflow efficiency.
  • Participated in industry trade shows, showcasing new designs and expanding brand visibility.
  • Fabricated pieces by hand and using specialized equipment.
  • Selected and acquired metals and gems for designs.

Henna Artist

Bohemian Henna
  • Created intricate henna designs for various events, enhancing client satisfaction and artistic expression.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
  • Assisted in the preparation of henna supplies and tools, streamlining workflow during high-demand periods.
  • Engaged with clients to understand their design preferences, providing personalized consultation and recommendations.

Jewelry Designer

Pretty Swank Girl
  • Coordinated photoshoots for marketing materials, capturing the essence of each collection beautifully.
  • Enhanced jewelry designs by incorporating innovative materials and techniques.
  • Maintained equipment in good working order, completing adjustments and repairs to promote longevity.
  • Assessed pieces to evaluate quality and accuracy according to design.
  • Maintained a strong aesthetic vision, providing consistent high-quality designs across various collections.
  • Created professionally staged images using special lighting and backgrounds to display pieces attractively.
  • Optimized studio space organization for enhanced productivity and workflow efficiency.
  • Participated in industry trade shows, showcasing new designs and expanding brand visibility.
  • Fabricated pieces by hand and using specialized equipment.
  • Completed work with metals such as gold, platinum and silver, as well as wide range of stone types.

Boutique Owner

Bella Veda
  • Curated unique product selection to enhance customer experience and brand identity.
  • Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability and reducing excess.

  • Managed financial operations of the boutique, ensuring accurate bookkeeping and timely payment processing to maintain profitability.
  • Created comfortable and inviting boutique environment to make customers feel welcomed and happy to make purchases.
  • Increased boutique sales by implementing effective visual merchandising strategies and regularly updating product displays.
  • Created an appealing store atmosphere through strategic layout design, ambient music selections, and enticing window displays.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.

Grocery Clerk

Safeway
  • Assisted customers in locating products and answering inquiries.
  • Stocked shelves, ensuring product availability and presentation standards.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the grocery aisles.
  • Operated cash register, processing transactions efficiently and accurately.
  • Monitored inventory levels, reporting shortages to management promptly.
  • Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
  • Close Up Manager - responsible for all register monies and all store departments.

Personal Shopper

Nordstrom
  • Assisted customers in selecting merchandise to enhance their shopping experience.
  • Provided product knowledge to inform customer decisions and drive satisfaction.

  • Adapted quickly to changing customer preferences and fashion trends to meet needs.
  • Supported checkout processes by efficiently processing transactions and handling payments.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.

Retail Worker

Star Store
  • Assisted customers in product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
  • Operated cash register efficiently, processing transactions accurately and promptly.
  • Maintained store cleanliness and organization to promote a welcoming environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales goals and improve service quality.
  • Implemented visual merchandising strategies to optimize product displays and attract customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when collaborating with fellow employees or assisting customers with inquiries or concerns.
  • Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service with a friendly demeanor, resulting in increased repeat business.

Promotional Model

Miller Beer
  • Engaged consumers through interactive brand experiences to enhance product visibility.
  • Distributed promotional materials and samples to increase brand awareness at events.
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down event displays for promotional activities.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute marketing strategies effectively during promotions.
  • Enhanced customer experience by providing friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable interactions at promotional events.
  • Adapted quickly to new products or services in order to deliver accurate information during promotions.
  • Maintained a professional appearance while adhering to specific dress codes or brand requirements at all times.
  • Promoted products and services by posing for commercials, live shows, and photo shoots.
  • Represented clients professionally at trade shows, conventions, and other promotional events.
  • Conveyed brand messaging with consistency and enthusiasm across multiple promotions and campaigns.

Promotional Model

My Own Poster Sponsored by Miller Beer & Ferrari

Fundraiser

Kajire Beehive Fences
  • Monitored and reported on fundraising progress, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timelines.
  • Developed and maintained accurate donor databases to track donations and engage with donors.
  • Developed a robust social media presence that effectively communicated the organization''s success stories while encouraging community support through online giving platforms.
  • Crafted informative and persuasive fundraising materials, clearly communicating mission and impact.

Promotional Model

Julietta Cigar Girl
  • Engaged consumers through interactive brand experiences to enhance product visibility.
  • Distributed promotional materials and samples to increase brand awareness at events.
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down event displays for promotional activities.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute marketing strategies effectively during promotions.
  • Maintained knowledge of product details to accurately represent brand messaging.
  • Engaged customers with friendly demeanor and extensive product knowledge.
  • Enhanced customer experience by providing friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable interactions at promotional events.
  • Adapted quickly to new products or services in order to deliver accurate information during promotions.
  • Maintained a professional appearance while adhering to specific dress codes or brand requirements at all times.

Education

Associate Of Arts And Sciences -

Shoreline Community College
Seattle, WA

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Professionalism
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Friendly, positive attitude

Timeline

Makeup Artist

Stila Cosmetics

Makeup Artist

Calvin Klein

Jewelry Designer

3 Birds Chirping

Henna Artist

Bohemian Henna

Jewelry Designer

Pretty Swank Girl

Boutique Owner

Bella Veda

Grocery Clerk

Safeway

Personal Shopper

Nordstrom

Retail Worker

Star Store

Promotional Model

Miller Beer

Promotional Model

My Own Poster Sponsored by Miller Beer & Ferrari

Fundraiser

Kajire Beehive Fences

Promotional Model

Julietta Cigar Girl

Associate Of Arts And Sciences -

Shoreline Community College
Veda Challenger