Josh Kayne
Chicago,IL
Summary
Looking to combine my passion for comics with my experience and expertise in the comic book sales business as a Shipping Team Member at G-Mart Comics. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Comic Book Sales
Self-employed
01.2016 - Current
- Buy, sell, and trade mainstream and independent comics of all lengths and genres, shipping 1-5 packages per week with absolute care
- Growing, in-depth knowledge of genres and publishers based on number of comics read and research conducted
- Up-to-date on current market trends, retail values, and grading practices
Account Executive
Echo Global Logistics
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Initiation of building and scheduling truckload shipments in company-wide used optimization platforms, as well as via email and online terminals
- Scheduled and coordinated truck transport to maximize productivity and maintain organized calendar
- Conflict resolution throughout carriers and warehouses and clients
Logistics Coordinator
Echo Global Logistics
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Tracked orders and notified customers of status or potential delays.
- Daily process of retrieving product shipments’ tracking numbers to update company database with accurate, real-time updates for client
- Owned internal and external communication via phone and email in regards to tracking updates or providing operational issue resolution
Event Manager
Evanston Space
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Led multi-departmental staff to streamline show day operations, 2-4 shows per week
- Artist and guest experience, hospitality
- Building key holder and artist payout at night closure
Education
Bachelor of Science - Arts Technology, Music Emphasis
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12.2017
Skills
- Careful packaging practices for shipping valuable items
- Superior Attention to Detail
- Undying passion for comic books
- Exemplary customer service with insurmountable patience
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Apple products and operating systems, Google web applications
- Highly adaptable and quick learner
- Social media promotion: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
Timeline
Account Executive
Echo Global Logistics
11.2021 - 03.2022
Logistics Coordinator
Echo Global Logistics
10.2020 - 11.2020
Event Manager
Evanston Space
08.2019 - 03.2020
Comic Book Sales
Self-employed
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Arts Technology, Music Emphasis
Illinois State University
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