Bitter Knitter is an online resale operation that sells through eBay and Etsy, specializing in textiles, vintage/antiques, and collectibles.
Organize and maintain filing systems for documents and records.
Clean and prepare inventory for sale.
Manage the creation of comprehensive online listings, including writing up detailed descriptions and photographing goods.
Packing items for shipping, optimizing efficiency to minimize shipping expenses, and guaranteeing the safe arrival of goods.
Assist customers with inquiries regarding item descriptions, shipping, and order details, as well as return policies.
Interlibrary Loan Services Technician III
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
06.2019 - 09.2021
Researched, verified copyrights, and promptly fulfilled Docline requests.
Fulfilled OCLC loan requests.
Trained and supervised student employees on shipping procedures for outbound University of Washington Libraries items.
Filled in on an as-needed basis for scanning articles and processing library loans.
Assisted in monitoring and replenishing inventory of shipping supplies.
Participated in an interdepartmental working group aimed at improving hiring practices at the University of Washington Libraries.
Interlibrary Loan Services Student Assistant
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
08.2016 - 06.2019
Located, pulled, and scanned articles requested by patrons from the Health Sciences Library print collection.
Performed searches of Document Delivery requests using ILLiad.
Processed, packaged, and dispatched library materials to recipients outside the University of Washington network.
Assisted with special projects, including updating OCLC holding information in ILLiad.
GED Tutor
YouthCare Orion Center
Seattle, WA
09.2015 - 07.2016
The tutoring program is a partnership between YouthCare and Seattle Public School that provides flexible instruction for homeless and unstably housed youth.
Responsible for tutoring youth, documenting student progress, supervising volunteers, and running a drop-in creative writing group.
Provided individualized instruction in remedial literacy for students with different disabilities.
Teacher's Aide
Auraria Early Learning Center
Denver, CO
09.2014 - 07.2015
Assisted in the overall operation of classrooms at AELC and supervised children during playtime, nap time, and meal times.
Facilitated the development of speech and literacy skills through individualized instruction and engaging story sessions.
Owner
Kelly & Handler Vintage
Denver, CO
01.2014 - 08.2014
Managed the entire process of sourcing, curating, sanitizing, and capturing images of merchandise.
Wrote detailed listing descriptions and promptly addressed customer inquiries.
Managed all inventory packing, shipping, and mailing operations.
Handled all bookkeeping tasks and performed various clerical duties.
Production Associate
Goodwill Industries Inc.
Seattle, WA
05.2013 - 09.2013
Organized textile donations by quality, style, and season.
Priced goods and curated selection for fashion-focused and vintage sections.
Maintained a clean, organized, and safe work environment in a fast-paced warehouse.
Student Disability Commission Director
Associated Students of UW
Seattle, WA
08.2012 - 07.2013
Planned disability-related programming, including social events and writing workshops.
Managed social media accounts and supervised event volunteers while overseeing the commission budget.
Created resources to educate the wider campus on disability and accessibility.
Participated in hiring committees for the D Center (a Disability and Deaf Cultural Center) and the Disability Resources for Students director.