Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Transformations Thrift Store, excelling in merchandise display and customer engagement. Proven ability to enhance store appearance and drive sales through innovative merchandising strategies. Skilled in cash register operation and team collaboration, consistently delivering exceptional service and fostering positive customer relationships. Innovative Photographer talented at experimenting with new approaches, techniques, software, and lenses. Thrive under pressure and successful with creativity-focused artistic challenges. Excellent eye for light and composition.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Merchandiser and Cashier
Transformations Thrift Store
West Monroe
06.2020 - 04.2025
Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
Maintained a clean and organized work environment at all times.
Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
Organized displays according to company standards and specifications.
Built product displays and placed appropriate signage for merchandise.
Assisted customers with locating desired items within store locations.
Assisted in gathering and moving materials and equipment for assigned displays.
Worked closely with store managers to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures related to merchandising activities.
Organized engaging front-facing displays to capture customer interest and drive revenue growth.
Printed labels and tags for for-sale merchandise.
Performed regular price checks on select items throughout the store location.
Created merchandising plans based on customer buying habits and trends in the industry.
Participated in weekly meetings regarding upcoming promotions or changes in product lines.
Provided training and support for new staff members in regards to merchandising operations.
Set up attractive window displays that encouraged customers to enter the store.
Coordinated promotional events such as special sales or clearance items.
Cleaned and organized display cases, shelves and aisles.
Enhanced store and display appearance utilizing seasonal promotions and trends to drive strategy.
Taught sales staff to properly coordinate clothing racks and counter displays to maximize promotional effectiveness.
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
Collected payments and provided accurate change.
Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Performed other duties as assigned by management.
Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
Answered customer questions and provided store information.
Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.
Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
Helped with purchases and signed customers up for rewards program.
Discounted purchases by scanning and redeeming coupons.
Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.
Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organizing candy racks.
Newborn Photographer
Welcome Newborn
Monroe
11.2022 - 06.2023
Captured high-quality images of newborns in a calm and safe environment.
Prepared studio settings to ensure optimal lighting and comfort for infants.
Engaged with parents to discuss photography preferences and session details.
Edited photos using professional software to enhance quality and presentation.
Organized and maintained photography equipment for seamless operation during sessions.
Provided gentle handling of newborns to ensure safety during photo shoots.
Developed creative poses that highlighted the unique features of each newborn.
Ensured timely delivery of final images to clients through effective communication.
Set up lights, backdrops, and props for shoots and events.
Set up camera control equipment, stands, and tripods for shoots.
Collaborated successfully with various personalities and work styles.
Explained price and package details to customers.
Cropped, manipulated, and performed color balance for final images.
Planned and obtained original shots using innovative thinking and new techniques.
Maintained various studio equipment.
Improvised photographic methods and techniques.
Tracked studio inventories and ordered new supplies when needed.
Organized digital files according to established protocols for easy retrieval later on.
Assisted in maintaining studio cleanliness by cleaning equipment after use.
Captured images of newborns in a variety of poses and settings utilizing natural light and and or artificial lighting.
Maintained accurate records of customer orders, payments and other related information.
Prepared proofs for client review prior to printing final photographs.
Attended workshops and seminars to enhance professional skillset.