MARTIN LISOWSKI
Phone: 647-***-****
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HIGHLIGHTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Well-formed, professional with communication and creative problem solver in both independent and group environments.
Familiar with presentation settings such as panels and promotional pitches with understanding and enthusiasm of the topic.
Previous work experience as a salesman and communicating with the general public.
Demonstrates innovation, self motivation and determination in work surroundings.
Exhibits ambitious personality that reflects capability of strong leadership.
Trained and participated in acting and improv workshops that amplifies on-the-spot and natural transitioning of conversation and connection to audience.
EDUCATION
Ontario College Diploma in Marketing 09/2015 - 05/2017
Sheridan College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning
Received a Professional Selling Certificate in addition to completion of program
Ontario College Diploma in General Business 12/2013 - 08/2015
Sheridan College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning
Primary courses completed in Human Resource
Acting for Film and Television Diploma 09/2011 - 04/2013
Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning
RELEVANT PROJECTS
“Metal Hero” Extravaganza Event, The Professional Edge April 2017
Group leader, promotional planner, mascot, technical manager.
A music-based fundraiser project that educated as well as participated consumers in the metal genre by playing select levels of the interactive Guitar Hero video game in the Sheridan College campus. The planning and initiation of the event went through a Dragon’s Den pitch towards peer approval and also a post-event trade show discussing results and personal input.
Outcome: With unique promotional tactics and an approachable personality, the 3-hour event total revenue acquired was $88, higher than the targeted $65 outlined in the team objective.
BMW Promotion Plan, Marketing Promotion Management April 2017
Report topics: target audience, promotion statement, 3 promotion pitches, closing statement, presentor
A promotion plan report and presentation which was to be evaluated as a professional business pitch. The focal presentation had the group address the variety of national and international opportunities as the professor acted as an executive, either accepting the offer or passing on it.
Variety of work was based on firm time-management due to collided schedules of other members, with information and evaluation having been mostly done independently with little to no supervision.
Outcome: With strong transition of presentation as well as a closing statement that the professor defined as “influential”, was one of two groups to receive an “accepted” offer on the presentation and a grading of 80%.
Playstation Hack, Marketing Ethics & Law December 2016
Co-writer of final report, speaker of final portion of presentation and conclusion
Final project that consisted of researching, evaluating and presenting findings regarding to the infamous Sony Playstation hack of 2011, which resulted in stealing personal data of consumers and the company’s reaction. The actions of the company itself and the hackers were put into question and evaluated in both moralistic and ethical viewpoints.
Outcome: With strong audience interaction and engaging participation in class discussion, the professor of the course has labelled this firm approach as “risk-taking but very rewarding result” and was graded with a 90%.
The Interview Process, Recruitment & Selection December 2013
Report: writer & editor, Presentation: coordinator & actor
Final project based around formal tutorial on business etiquette, with the chosen topic reflecting proper interview procedure with recruitment and trainees. In addition to formatting a detailed guideline for interviewers to follow, has also acted as the interviewee during the presentation, providing difficult out-of-the-box situations for the audience to understand both positive and negative actions of the procedure and how to act upon it.
Outcome: The highlighted presentation achieved a 95% grading. In addition, the professor holds the written report as exemplary work for future semesters looking for reference.
SALES & MARKETING EXPERIENCE
Fishmonger & Salesman at Sobeys 2013 – 2015
Proper preparation and storage of fish products for customers and closing. Has cooked and creatively presented demo products with high enthusiasm and knowledge of the samples.
Using furthered communication abilities and interpersonal skills to support customer needs regarding purchases and products, including consumer requests outside of department.
Regarding a seafood not being sold well in Sobey’s seafood department, dedicated two weeks to push sales by approaching customers and sampling, successfully selling the product out.
Maintaining proper cleanliness and sanitation of environment and utensils, as well as using his training in proper chemical hazards (Occupational Health & Safety at Sheridan) to ensure a safe and hygienic work area.
Grill Cook Supervisor and Keyholder at South Street Burger 2016 -2017
Proficient knowledge in cooking a variety meals according to customer preference, especially in high pressure environment.
Has trained several new employees, each successfully becoming responsible candidates in the workplace as well as additional training in safety protocol.
Capable of multi-tasking various activities from client care, environment cleaning and stock quantity, all with astounding commitment to hygiene.
Professional Food Tester at ACCE 2015 -
Partook in several brand tastings of provided products, differentiating from cereal bars, chocolate, alcohols and baked goods.
Applied careful tasting and senses to write detailed reports and critiques of the product provided, offering valued insight and fair balances of praised positives and encouraging improvements that can be made.
Fishmonger & Salesman at Starsky Fine Foods 2011 – 2013
Responsible for preparing fish products while paying attention to detail under pressure.
Developed good communication and interpersonal skills through advising customers which products to purchase while answering questions and handling any complaints.
Ensured proper storage of food products as well as proper sanitation techniques of cleaning utensils and surrounding area.
COMMUNICATIONS
Article Writer and Interviewer at ScreenGeek.Net 2016 -
Provided exclusive on-site stories regarding current events and productions of film events from official film companies and convention panels, as well as additional research for the topics provided.
Cited by IGN, The Hollywood Reporter, ComicBook.com amongst various large geek culture websites.
Formal interviews with entertainment stars such as Thomas Dekker, Tim Curry, Mick Foley and even independent film teams, providing insightful questions as well as professional etiquette regarding promoting their work.
Well-constructed editorials and reviews provided mass shares in comic and film communities, allowing the website to achieve 500,000 unique visitors per month with additional SEO and social media expertise.
Has composed over 250 articles to date.
Freelance Voice Over Artist 2012-
Performed and recorded audio files with use of own voice, doubling as both formal to narration and a variety of characters to voice acting.
Ranging works include independent video games, student animation projects, company phone directory, puppet shows, broadcasted radio dramas and film.
In addition to voice over expertise, also provides services in audio mixing (Audacity, MixCraft, Adobe Audition), voice direction and voice recruitment.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Member of Teen Advisory Group (TAG) 2008-2011
Attended meetings to best attract teen youth to library events, set up decorations and arranged and took part in activities.
Originated and hosted "Improv Nights", an audience-involved event based on improv skits from the show "Whose Line Is It Anyway". Has used this event workshop to improve social communication skills, quick thinking and confidence building.
Said event has grown to being one of the largest continuous library events and has influenced the library’s school St. Joan of Arc to adapt as a weekly after-school program.
Judge of St. Joan of Arc’s first annual Poetry Slam Competition 2014
Evaluated student performances based on voice criteria and presentation skills.
Provided in-depth discussion with co-judges on student assessment, addressing key factors in regards to use of voice and emotion from acting history.
TECHNICAL & LANGUAGE SKILLS
Experienced in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher), blog programming (WordPress) and Marketing Graphics tools.
Speaks fluent English and Polish.