Cecilia Sled
Blackstock,ON
Summary
A dedicated and adaptable professional with over five years of sales-based experience and a strong passion for health, wellness, and personal improvement. While not yet a certified personal trainer, brings a deep personal commitment to fitness and firsthand experience developing consistent training habits, healthy routines, and long-term lifestyle changes. Known for building meaningful connections with clients and customers, whether in brief conversations or ongoing relationships, and for communicating in a friendly, motivating, and professional manner. Experienced in supervisory roles, demonstrating leadership, creativity, and the ability to teach and support others in achieving their goals. A fast learner with strong planning and execution skills, steady under pressure, and committed to continuous growth. Eager to apply personal fitness knowledge, people skills, and a customer-focused mindset toward a meaningful career supporting others in their own wellness journeys.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Effects Technician
Nexus Canada SPFX
Oshawa, Ontario
01.2025 - Current
- Designed and operated special effects equipment to meet project specifications and creative vision.
- Managed critical effects setups, ensuring flawless execution under high-pressure conditions.
- Collaborated with directors, department heads, and clients for seamless integration of effects into scenes.
- Communicated with clients externally via email, text, and phone to coordinate work.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes, maintaining focus and problem-solving on set.
- Worked extended hours to meet tight production deadlines.
- Documented and reported progress and issues to supervisors.
Sales Associate
Roots
Oshawa, Ontario
01.2025 - Current
- Exceeded daily sales quotas and KPIs by engaging customers, understanding their goals, and recommending tailored solutions.
- Built strong relationships through friendly, professional communication, mirroring the trust and motivation needed in client-focused training.
- Guided customers through products, services, and processes, demonstrating teaching and coaching abilities.
- Handled transactions accurately while multitasking in fast-paced environments.
- Maintained organized, clean, and welcoming spaces to enhance customer experience and engagement.
Manual Worker
Ontario Public Works
Whitney, Ontario
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Stepped into higher supervisory roles as needed, leading teams, and ensuring smooth operations.
- Provided clear updates and progress reports to upper management, keeping goals on track.
- Managed inventory and equipment, optimizing availability, maintenance, and cost efficiency.
- Conducted regular safety checks, and implemented corrective actions to maintain a safe workplace.
- Streamlined processes and tracked resources, supporting financial accuracy and efficiency.
- Initiated and led improvement projects
- Focused on coaching staff individually, identifying strengths, interests, and areas for growth, while maintaining a fun and educational environment.
- Fostered accountability and positive team dynamics, motivating employees to perform at their best.
Skills
- Teaching and coaching ability
- Performance management
- Delegation
- Interpersonal abilities
- Concise written and verbal communication
- Conflict resolution
- Inventory management
- Creativity in approach and execution
- Merchandising
- Scheduling
- Empathy and active listening
- Safety and compliance protocols
- Cash handling
- Sales and membership upselling
- Client relationship building
- Time management and scheduling
Affiliations
- Mentoring peers in health or fitness habits
- Personal fitness training
- Nutrition planning
- Attending fitness seminars, workshops, or webinars
Certification
- CPR and First Aid
- OHSA Certification
Timeline
Special Effects Technician
Nexus Canada SPFX
01.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
Roots
01.2025 - Current
Manual Worker
Ontario Public Works
06.2023 - 01.2025