Work experience 

 

"Made in NY" PA Training Program in Brooklyn, NY 

August 2015 to Present

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Program Instructor

• Train participants in the field of Production. (Develop lessons and instruct participants.)

• Data entry for participants entering and training in the program.

• Gather and release retention information on grads of the program.

• Assist Director with other administrative duties, including social media, outreach, and annual film festival. 

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Film Biz Recycling in Brooklyn, NY 

August 2012 to June 2015

 

Director of Assets and Outreach

• Carried out and stayed true to the mission and the goals of the nonprofit.

• Contributed to all aspects of maintaining a sustainable business.

• Coordinated incoming and outgoing donations.

• Data entry and analytics of donation metrics.

• Website development using Wordpress and Squarespace.

• Marketing by blogs, MailChimp campaigns, and social media platforms.

• Fundraising, including Crowdrise, events, partnerships with online stores, and online auction sites, such as Charitybuzz.

• Developed and maintained partnership with local charities and other nonprofits.

• Contributed to grant and award applications.

• Managed and motivated staff, recruited staff, trained and developed staff, according to company policies and employment laws, and ensured relevant HR procedures were followed (appraisals, discipline, grievance, etc).

• Planned, evaluated, and improved the efficiency of business processes and procedures to enhance speed, quality, efficiency, and output.

• Identified best practices and improved internal systems with an eye toward future needs and budget realities.

• Contributed to the development of Film Biz Recycling’s strategic goals and objectives.

• Contributed to the planning and implementation of advertising, promotional strategy and activities with President and Director of Operations.

• Maintained continuous lines of communication, keeping the president and Director of Operations informed of all critical issues.

 

Director of Visual Logistics

• Planned and implemented shop merchandising, layout and customer traffic flow so as to maximize sales, customer satisfaction, appearance, image and ergonomics for customers.

• Managed logistics of incoming and outgoing donations.

• Maintained partnership with local charities.

• Managed and motivated staff, recruited staff, trained and developed staff, according to company policies and employment laws, and ensure relevant HR procedures are followed (appraisals, discipline, grievance, etc).

• Mentored and developed staff using a supportive and collaborative approach: set objectives; establish priorities; and monitor and evaluate results.

• Managed selling and customer service activities and staff competence in these areas, so as to optimize and sustain sales performance, profitability and customer satisfaction.

• Managed cash and payment systems in accordance with company procedures and policies.

 

 

Urban Outfitters in Orlando, FL and Brooklyn, NY 

August 2005 to June 2012

 

Store Manager

• Achieved financial objectives by preparing a monthly, weekly and daily budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; and initiating corrective actions.

• Assisted in visual displays and floor sets. 

• Managed all operational aspects of the store.

• Maintained store staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.

• Maintained store staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.

• Participated in district meetings and responsibilities.

• As a previous Department Manager, I had the above tasks on a smaller scale, and led the visuals in my department. I was a Department Manager in the Houseware's and Men's Departments. 

 

 

Valencia Community College in Orlando, FL 

August 2004 to August 2005 (Program shut down due to lack of school funding.) 

 

Curriculum Assistant

• Tutored students with disabilities.

• Acted as a representative for the Office for Students with Disabilities.

• Attended various workshops. 

 

 

Freelance experience

 

Administrative/Technical Assistance 

• Researched accounting services, donation tools and payroll for The Refoundry, a nonprofit in Brooklyn, NY. 

 

Visual Merchandiser

• Merchandised product for a private event for Harry Barker in Flatiron, NY. Pictures available on Visual Page. 

 

Visual Assistant 

• Assisted in Christmas display for the bar Mason Jar in Midtown, NY.

 

Visual Assistant 

• Assisted Creative Director for window displays at Jeffrey in Chelsea, NY.

 

Co-Visual Director 

• Divided work for a window display for Guvnor's Vintage in Park Slope, NY.

• Curated, merchandised, and set up men's window. Pictures available on Visual Page. 

 

Stage Manager

• Stage Manager for Gold Coast Opera: Rossini’s La Cenerentola.