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CRISTINA ALMEIDA

Toronto,ON

Summary

Communication professional with 10 years of experience in internal and external communication, as well as digital communication and public relations in fast-paced governmental and public/private sector environments. My relocation to Canada has inspired me to explore new fields, especially in customer service, where I can apply my customer-oriented skills and proactive approach to contribute to the success of the team.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Seasonal Server

Mill Street
10.2023 - 01.2024
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
  • Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Maintained a clean and organized dining area by routinely sweeping floors, wiping surfaces, and removing trash.

Social Media and Website Analyst

ECU 911 Emergency Security Service
05.2019 - 07.2023
  • Generate engaging and innovative content for various digital platforms, including social media, news outlets, websites, and digital communication channels
  • Developed and managed social media platforms as an open communication channel for citizens, addressing complaints and engaging directly with them
  • Developed and executed impactful social media strategies as part of annual communication plan to drive engagement, enhance brand visibility, and foster meaningful engagement with target audiences
  • Analytics interpretation and social media monitoring to detect potential communication crises


Social Communication Assistant

ECU 911 Emergency Security Service
11.2017 - 04.2019
  • Assisted in social media monitoring and generated citizen request reports
  • Scheduled and facilitated ECU 911 public tours delivering impactful and resourceful experiences
  • Participate in the development of campaigns related to the company's culture
  • Align internal activities and various initiatives to boost employee engagement and reinforce the organizational culture.

Communication Analyst

Consortium of Provincial Governments of Ecuador
08.2014 - 07.2016
  • Graphic design of internal and external communication materials
  • Audiovisual coverage of institutional events
  • Support in the development of media agenda for provincial authorities in Quito
  • Coordination and organization of training events for personnel of provincial governments.

Education

Communication, Specialization in Advertising -

International University of Ecuador (UIDE)
Quito, Ecuador
12.2011

Skills

  • Guest Engagement
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food Inspection
  • Supply Restocking
  • Customer Service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service
  • Relationship Building
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Customer Service
  • Digital Media
  • Content Creation
  • Community Management
  • Online Presence Monitoring
  • Social Media
  • Event Management

Languages

English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Certification

Smart Serve

Timeline

Seasonal Server

Mill Street
10.2023 - 01.2024

Social Media and Website Analyst

ECU 911 Emergency Security Service
05.2019 - 07.2023

Social Communication Assistant

ECU 911 Emergency Security Service
11.2017 - 04.2019

Communication Analyst

Consortium of Provincial Governments of Ecuador
08.2014 - 07.2016

Communication, Specialization in Advertising -

International University of Ecuador (UIDE)
CRISTINA ALMEIDA