Karien Otedoh
Charlottetown,PE
Summary
Dynamic Sustainable Design Engineering graduate with a strong background in customer service, sales engineering, retail and food trades. Skilled in effectively communicating complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders, while maintaining a customer-centric approach. Dedicated to creating innovative and environmentally responsible solutions, utilizing a comprehensive understanding of sustainable design principles. Seeking an opportunity to leverage crossindustry experience across diverse sectors.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Computing Sales Associate
Best Buy
Charlottetown, PE
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided amazing customer experience by understanding the customer's needs and encouraging them to see what's possible with cutting-edge technology.
- Partnered with computer sales team and other store personnel to deliver unparalleled customer support and maximize revenue.
- Assisted with computer repair and upgrade orders for customers.
- Supporting store management to execute and validate processes.
Retail Sales Associate
Boathouse/ Blackwell Stores
Charlottetown, PE
04.2019 - 07.2021
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Improved overall store sales.
- Superior product knowledge.
- Provided accurate information about promotions, customer programs and products, helping drive high customer retention.
- Supported efficient and timely replenishment of sales floor merchandise.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders and gift card activations.
Cashier /Customer Service Representative
A&W Restaurants
Charlottetown, PE
07.2018 - 11.2018
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
- Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies and sales goals.
- Completed inventory counts and ordered merchandise.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Freelance Photographer
K.O Photography
Abuja, Nigeria
09.2016 - 12.2019
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
- Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Media personnel who covered events such as birthdays, ceremonies and graduations available in my portfolio.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Design Engineering
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE 09.2017 - 04.2023
Skills
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Teambuilding
Attention to Detail
Interpersonal Communication
Decision Making
Organization and Time Management
Technical consulting
Social Media Management
Proficient in CAD , C
Timeline
Computing Sales Associate
Best Buy
08.2021 - 03.2022
Retail Sales Associate
Boathouse/ Blackwell Stores
04.2019 - 07.2021
Cashier /Customer Service Representative
A&W Restaurants
07.2018 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Design Engineering
University of Prince Edward Island
09.2017 - 04.2023
Freelance Photographer
K.O Photography
09.2016 - 12.2019