Krista L. Lisenco
EDUCATION: Bachelors of Arts, Public Relations, Graduation: June 2006
Seton Hall University, School of Communications
EXPERIENCE:
Mosaics- Sales Solutions
Merchandising Specialist (September 2010- Present)
-Maximize visual presentation by stocking, facing, and pricing products, while creating visual displays;
-Scan and report and manage stock levels by title to generate order information;
-Conduct multiple weekly store visits according to the store-specific coverage model;
-Create product awareness and added value placement opportunities in-store;
BlackBeat Magazine/ EZO Magazine New York, N.Y
Freelance Fashion Assistant (May 2008 - Present)
-Organize & assist in the execution of photo shoots for fashion spreads,
covers and feature stories;
-Research for trend reports.
Papillon 25 Restaurant & Martini Bar South Orange, N.J
House Manager (Oct. 2006-Dec. 2009)
- Introduced a wine seminar for servers and bartenders, strengthening
knowledge of products, which dramatically increased wine sales;
-Promoted guest satisfaction for steady repeat business;
-Monitored BOH for consistent sanitation, food quality and presentation.
Bartender & Server (Nov. 2003 - Oct. 2006)
-Utilized high levels of energy & superior multi-tasking abilities to quickly fill
drink/food orders in this fast paced environment;
-Skillfully served politicians, celebrities, athletes and corporate leaders;
-Propelled business with the development of Monday Funday Night, to
increase revenues on the slowest day of the week.
Emmis Communications WQHT HOT 97.1 fm New York, N.Y
Promotions Assistant/ Internship (Sept. 2005 - Dec. 2005)
-Executed station promotions ie. sales promotions, album releases, movie
premiers etc;
-Prepared & distributed congratulatory winner correspondences & mass
mailings. As well as contacted winners to supply prize info and details;
-Created public service announcements.
Inner City Theater Group "ShowTime at the Apollo" New York, N.Y
Production Assistant (Aug. 2001-Dec. 2003)
- Worked closely with directors, and production crew for live tapings;
-Distributed paperwork & facilitated communication between
departments;
-Organized the production and distribution of script.
Seasonal Retail Sales Associate for: Wilsons the Leather Experts, Victoria Secret,
Eddie Bauer, Sephora, and Sarah Designs.
Promotional Model/Brand Ambassador for: Guinness Beer, US ARMY, Hennessy,
Remi XO, Absolut, Stoli, Heineken,Maybelline Cosmetics, Dos Equis, & Killians,
Skills & Activities: Proficient on Macs & PCs, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, and
Imac programs. Appeared on season 2 of "Chappelle's Show". Member of
World Wildlife Fund & Wildlife Conservation Society.