Sales Administrative Assistant
Resume:
Ashley L. Farmer
Hopewell VA. 23860
Objective To obtain a challenging position in the areas of data processing,
administrative assistant, and in the clerical field.
Education [2005-2009] Savannah State University
Visual and Performing Arts BFA, 2009
Areas of Concentration Theatre, Speech, Business of the Arts, Acting and Performance,
Computer Applications, Portfolio Arts, vocal performance
Awards received Honor student
Interests and activities Nubian Elite Council of Fashion, NAACP Savannah State Chapter,
Players By the Sea Theatre group, All Walks of Life, Inc. (non-profit organization)
Volunteer experience [2006-2007] Inner-city night shelter: serving lunch and dinner to
homeless families. Savannah, GA.
Work experience Pookie Bear Daycare [2006-2008] Assistant Daycare Teacher: Conducted
classroom activities that promoted the social, developmental and educational growth of children.
Participated in planning and supervising daily activities. Responsible for children’s health, safety
and physical needs. Recommended supplies and equipment needed for the educational program.
Communicated with parents about children’s progress and problems. Maintained medical and
attendance records. Supervised children. Savannah, GA.
All Walks Of Life Internship [Aug. 2009-Nov.2009] Assistant Theatre Coordinator: Assisted
the Artistic Director with day to day operations and general office management. Scheduled
rehearsal studio use for performances and educational programs. Prepared and conducted
auditions for local plays. Use Microsoft word and Powerpoint daily. Assisted the Directors with
scheduling of volunteers, marketing, and website maintenance. Conducted general rehearsal
class room maintenance and front desk coverage. Experience in Microsoft Office, Excel, google
gmail, google documents and calendars as well as management. Savannah, GA.
Manhattan Clothing Store [Feb. 2010-Aug.2010] Sales Associate: Interacted with customers
by assisting them with merchandise selection. Identified and selected appropriate sizes. Assisted
with fittings, explained merchandise quality, features and informed customers of any special
pricing. Operated the cash register, general housekeeping of the store, price changes,
merchandise replenishment, and relocation of merchandise based on seasonal changes. Informed
customers of merchandise quality. Assisted in floor moves, merchandising, display and signage
maintenance. Processed and replenished merchandise. Helped to insure re ticketing was done
promptly. Acknowledged and greeted customers in a courteous and friendly manner at all times.
Advised store management of specific customer requests and questions. Maintained a safe, neat,
and clean work area. Notified store management of any potentially unsafe conditions.
Maintained awareness to potential loss prevention issues with shoplifters or switched tickets.
Savannah, GA.
Trade Secret Beauty Boutique [March 2011-current] Beauty Advisor: Helps customers find
the products that meet their needs and sold customers as many products as possible. Suggests
products, explaining how products work. Demonstrates how to use products, and operated the
cash register. Required to meet sales goals, as well as clientele, through follow-up calls and
mailings. Orders new products, and managed inventory. Stocks shelves and organized sales area.
Colonial Heights, VA.
New York & Company [March 2011-current] Sales Associate: Required to fold, steam, label
and hang up clothes. Handles the cash register transactions with all cash, checks and credit cards.
Deals with a diverse group of customers on a daily basis. Suggests clothing items that customers
may be interested in. Promotes annual sales. Required to open and close the store. Colonial
Heights, VA.
Skills types 50-60 words per min. Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. Very
organized and detailed. Executes great listening skills as far as taking direction, and positive
criticism. Great team player, and able to adapt and work well with others.
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