MICHELLE VALDEZ

**** ********* **, ***** ***, MI 48073 Phone: 248-***-**** acuzsz@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Back from a year-long sabbatical abroad of doing freelance work with intention of returning to the work force. I am an enthusiastic, detail-oriented and motivated Wayne State University BFA graduate with over three years' experience in customer service practices and sales principles. Seeking employment where to apply my creativity, resourcefulness, and people skills.

HIGHLIGHTS

•MS Office Suite and typing proficiency

•Adobe Suite, Macromedia Dreamweaver

•5+ years experience fine arts background

•4+ years experience customer service

•Fluent in Portuguese, basic knowledge of Spanish and Japanese

EDUCATION

•Reliable and committed to excellence

•Strong communication skills

•Excellent team player

•Superb sense of leadership

•Extremely organized

•Ability to handle fast-paced environment

2013

Bachelor of Arts: Painting/Drawing/Printmaking

Wayne State University Detroit, MI

Minor in Art History GPA: 3.49

EXPERIENCE

03/2007 to Current Freelance Artist

Internet Home

Sell original art, prints, editions, working on a commission basis, painting and drawing works for clients via the internet. Consistently met schedules and deadlines for all illustration projects.

08/2014 to 03/2015 Sales Associate

Urban Outfitters Troy, MI

Assisted customers, conducted sales. Responsible for training new sales associates. Routinely helped as many as 40+ customers each day in a high-volume retail outlet.

10/2013 to 03/2015 Visual Merchandiser

Forever 21 Novi, MI

Coordinated merchandise, shelving, fixtures, signage, displays, and promoted store brand. Selected to train junior associates in procedures, customer service and sales techniques. Successfully managed $5k+ per day in merchandise.

10/2013 to 08/2014 Sales Associate

GameStop Troy, MI

Assisted customers, conducted sales. Performed stock management and control. Created visual displays on sales floor and attracted customers to promotions.

06/2009 to 08/2010 Crew Member

Taco Bell Farmington Hills, MI

Executed food preparation. Conducted sales and customer service. Responsible for cash management and maintaining clean facilities.

09/2003 to 08/2007 Child Caretaker

Peace Lutheran Church Southfield, MI

Responsible for day care center during weekends. Planned lessons, mealtimes, and recreational activities for children ages 1-12, including those with special needs.

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