Nancy R. Brouwer
Palatine, Illinois
T: 847-***-**** E: **********@*****.***
Objective A challenging sales position with the opportunity for professional advancement where I can utilize my
extensive skills, experience and self-motivation.
Experience Sales Person, Beauty Advisor & Makeup Artist
Macy’s (previously Marshall Fields), Schaumburg, Illinois November 1996 to May 2013
Sold and demonstrated cosmetics, skin care and fragrances
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Provided skin consultations and makeovers
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Scheduled appointments for events
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Established a loyal clientele base
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Bridal Consultant
Volle’s Bridal & Boutique, Lake Zurich, Illinois October 1995 to October 1996
Coordinated and sold entire fashion ensembles to bridal parties
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Created visual displays and assisted in designing custom bridal gowns
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Scheduled appointments, provided customer follow-up and resolved problems
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Trained and assisted new bridal consultants
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Senior Art Consultant
Studio of Long Grove Art Gallery, Long Grove, Illinois May 1993 to October 1995
Consulted for one of Chicago area’s largest, award-winning fine arts galleries
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Provided in-home consultations and designed custom framing
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Participated in organizing major exhibits for internationally-renowned artists
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Purchased jewelry and accessory lines, maintained inventory and trained new consultants
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Education William R. Harper College
Palatine, Illinois
Women in Sales (Certificate), Negotiation, Advanced Communication Skills I & II, Career Development,
Advanced Fashion Illustration I & II
Ray College of Design
Chicago, Illinois
Computer Graphics, Fashion Illustration I, Production Art
American Academy of Art
Chicago, Illinois
Advertising/Graphic Design Program, Advanced Advertising Design, Water Color Painting