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Toronto, On, Ca

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Freelance photography & videography company targeted at helping local businesses achieve their digital goals.

Toronto, Ontario

• Successfully facilitated over 500 signed deals signed since July 2019 which accounted for $12 million in total revenue• Recognized for playing a key role in the bidding and agreement process for Lumenix’s largest portfolio clients (Chartwell, Schlegel Villages, and Speedy Auto Glass) valued collectively for $4.4 million in revenue• Established new framework which expedited the workflow process for Account Managers & Project Coordinators• Created new legally binding materials which… Show more • Successfully facilitated over 500 signed deals signed since July 2019 which accounted for $12 million in total revenue• Recognized for playing a key role in the bidding and agreement process for Lumenix’s largest portfolio clients (Chartwell, Schlegel Villages, and Speedy Auto Glass) valued collectively for $4.4 million in revenue• Established new framework which expedited the workflow process for Account Managers & Project Coordinators• Created new legally binding materials which would be utilized for Lumenix’s high priority clients Show less

Toronto, Ontario

• Recognized for having achieved the most RFP submissions within the department (500) along with the highest average RFP value of $75,000• Increased the efficiency to the organization and workflow process of the department through the creation of new tools• Developed working relationships with potential clients by organizing and attending trade shows and client appreciation events• Assisted a team of 8 Account Managers to achieve their goals and close a total of over $10 million by… Show more • Recognized for having achieved the most RFP submissions within the department (500) along with the highest average RFP value of $75,000• Increased the efficiency to the organization and workflow process of the department through the creation of new tools• Developed working relationships with potential clients by organizing and attending trade shows and client appreciation events• Assisted a team of 8 Account Managers to achieve their goals and close a total of over $10 million by creating custom RFP and marketing materials (case studies) for each project Show less

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Directed and produced video content which was shared on Alibi's social media pages and helped with increasing the company's audience base• Established a connection with clients while recording video content to create a comfortable environment which would be seen in the final product• Produced product photography content to be used for Alibi's e-commerce platform which helped increase bundle sales of hair products

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Conceptualized and created photography and video content which helped increase AlphaShine’s audience from 400 followers to over 2,500 followers• Produced content which was used across all marketing materials – website, flyers, advertisements, and social media pages• Established relationships with clients during personal video and photo shoots and client appreciation events which led to repeat business for AlphaShine

Toronto, Canada Area

· Prioritized and delegated tasks among a team of 13 team members to reach daily operations and sales objectives· Create schedules which optimize the store’s budgeted allowed hours and the team’s availability and preferences· Maintain and complete operational reports such as inventory, payroll, sales reports, visual merchandising, and budgeting · Retain and grow a repeat clientele base by providing an honest and comfortable shopping experience · Design and execute visual… Show more · Prioritized and delegated tasks among a team of 13 team members to reach daily operations and sales objectives· Create schedules which optimize the store’s budgeted allowed hours and the team’s availability and preferences· Maintain and complete operational reports such as inventory, payroll, sales reports, visual merchandising, and budgeting · Retain and grow a repeat clientele base by providing an honest and comfortable shopping experience · Design and execute visual merchandising based on company guidelines· Lead weekly meetings with management team to discuss results from previous week and create a plan of action for the current week Show less

Toronto, Ontario

• Proposed, and developed content for several top clients including Baskin Robbins, Frigidaire, and All-Star Wing & Ribs Restaurants• Increased the audience base for several clients by creating content calendars, designing and shooting content, and analyzing well performing hashtags/content• Maintained a high level of engagement with each client’s audience by responding and escalating messages through Sprout Social

• Successful completion of the Aldo 'Manager in Training' program, which involved demonstrating proficiency in all management tasks over a 1 year period• Prioritize and delegate tasks among a team of 10 to reach daily operations and sales objectives• Attend meetings to review strategies regarding loss prevention, scheduling, conversion, and product knowledge• Interview, asses and recruit candidates that fit the attributes of a successful sales associate • Motivate team to… Show more • Successful completion of the Aldo 'Manager in Training' program, which involved demonstrating proficiency in all management tasks over a 1 year period• Prioritize and delegate tasks among a team of 10 to reach daily operations and sales objectives• Attend meetings to review strategies regarding loss prevention, scheduling, conversion, and product knowledge• Interview, asses and recruit candidates that fit the attributes of a successful sales associate • Motivate team to succeed in contests such as 'Club Elite', brand contests and daily sales targets• Maintain and complete operational reports such as inventory, sales, visual merchandising, and budgeting• Create schedules which optimize the store's budgeted allowed hours, and teams availability and preferences • Design and execute visual merchandising based on company guidelines• Currently placed within the top 20 for overall sales within the Ontario region for all management and full-time leadership employees• Retain and grow a repeat clientele base by providing an honest and comfortable shopping experience • Received two written commendations from customers for the service I provided, along with many verbal comments of appreciation Show less

Toronto, Ontario

• Prioritized and delegated tasks among team members• Surpassed sales quotas in all areas such as SPH, Handbags, Shoe Care, and Items per Transaction• Responsible for opening and closing the store• Utilized time wisely to execute tasks while serving customers at a professional level

Sherway Gardens

• Managing store operations in a customer service environment• Training coworkers on updated POS system, as well as store operations• Prioritizing and delegating tasks among coworkers to reach daily operational and sales objectives• Quickly promoted from Stock Associate to Sales Associate and finally to Key Holder by exceeding SPH goals, demonstrating initiative, and surpassing expectations• Received "Above and Beyond" recognition for achieving top 5 placing within the entire… Show more • Managing store operations in a customer service environment• Training coworkers on updated POS system, as well as store operations• Prioritizing and delegating tasks among coworkers to reach daily operational and sales objectives• Quickly promoted from Stock Associate to Sales Associate and finally to Key Holder by exceeding SPH goals, demonstrating initiative, and surpassing expectations• Received "Above and Beyond" recognition for achieving top 5 placing within the entire company, in sales by meeting targets such as SPH, UPT, and accessory sales Show less

Montreal, Quebec

Montreal, Quebec

Toronto, Ontario

• Assisting with the preration of two community gardens• Creating and delivering presentations for interns and co-op students• Recording and inputting harvest, compost and planting data• Organizing and leading large volunteer group sessions

Toronto, Ontario

Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

International Business

Exchange program offered by Humber College for the opportunity to study abroad

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