Andre Zimmer
Toronto,ON
Summary
Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in community engagement/invovement. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Record Label Owner/Founder
Big Trouble Records
01.2023 - Current
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Boosted record sales with targeted promotional efforts, including live events, interviews, and online advertising.
- Improved label visibility by overseeing the design and production of eye-catching album artwork and promotional materials.
- Enhanced overall brand image with consistent messaging and visual elements throughout all marketing materials.
- Established strong relationships with industry professionals, leading to beneficial partnerships and collaborations.
- Negotiated favorable contracts for artists, securing better royalty rates and distribution deals.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
Shelter Supervisor
S.H.I.F.T.
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support to clients experiencing emotional or psychological distress, connecting them with appropriate resources as needed.
- Enhanced the shelters safety by implementing updated security measures and protocols.
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
Landscaping Manager
Dempsters Landscaping
05.2017 - 09.2020
- Enhanced landscape aesthetics by designing and implementing creative landscaping plans.
- Increased client satisfaction through efficient project management and timely completion of tasks.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues, maintaining long-term client relationships.
- Developed custom maintenance schedules tailored to each property''s unique needs, ensuring optimal landscape health and appearance.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
Education
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
Distance/Online04.2025
Bachelor of Arts - English, Sociology, Anthropology
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS05.2021
Post-Degree Certificate - Disability Case Management
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS04.2022
Skills
- Performance Tracking
- Client Advocacy
- Records Management
- Case Management
- Relationship Building
- Audience Analysis
- Community Engagement
- Effective Organization
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Record Label Owner/Founder
Big Trouble Records
01.2023 - Current
Shelter Supervisor
S.H.I.F.T.
10.2021 - 04.2022
Landscaping Manager
Dempsters Landscaping
05.2017 - 09.2020
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
Bachelor of Arts - English, Sociology, Anthropology
Dalhousie University
Post-Degree Certificate - Disability Case Management
Dalhousie University
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