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Willow Nelson

Summary

Dynamic and adaptable professional who enhances customer satisfaction through exceptional service and a friendly attitude. I have demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and solve problems, ensuring client or customer visions are exceeded. Having worked in an array of professional fields and environments, I have become a versatile, dedicated, and hard worker.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Benken Garden Center & Florist
02.2024 - Current
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks.
  • Maximized space usage within the greenhouse through strategic arrangement of plants according to size, light requirements, and other environmental factors.
  • Planted, pruned, and repotted plants and flowers of all sizes.

Photographer

Willow Schade Photography
06.2019 - Current
  • Independently started freelance photography business.
  • Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
  • Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing photo editing software tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.
  • Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.

Retail Sales Associate

Cabin Creek Crystals
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Used previous knowledge about crystals and metaphysical products to enthusiastically help with customer questions and needs.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change, and storing coupons.
  • Worked as a temporary social media manager for the store.

Seasonal Preschool Photographer

Lifetouch Preschool Portraits
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Optimized studio space for an inviting atmosphere conducive to capturing genuine expressions from the children.
  • Adapted photography techniques to accommodate the unique personalities and comfort levels of each child being photographed.
  • Balanced creativity with professionalism when posing children and selecting backdrops that best showcased their individual personalities.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.

Education

The Archer School For Girls
Los Angeles, CA

High School Diploma -

Fusion Academy - Miracle Mile
Los Angeles, CA
06.2019

Environmental Studies

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH

Skills

Friendly, Positive Attitude

Customer Service

Active Listening

Product Sales

Problem-solving abilities

Dependable and Responsible

Flexible and Adaptable

Digital Photography

Social Media

Teamwork and Collaboration

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Benken Garden Center & Florist
02.2024 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

Cabin Creek Crystals
07.2023 - 12.2023

Seasonal Preschool Photographer

Lifetouch Preschool Portraits
10.2022 - 12.2022

Photographer

Willow Schade Photography
06.2019 - Current

The Archer School For Girls

High School Diploma -

Fusion Academy - Miracle Mile

Environmental Studies

University of Cincinnati
Willow Nelson