Jessica Paul
Summary
As a designer, I specialize in creating visually compelling and user-centric solutions. With a keen eye for aesthetics and a deep understanding of design principles, I excel in translating concepts into impactful designs. My strengths lie in strategic thinking, creative problem-solving, and effective communication, allowing me to collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams and deliver products that exceed expectations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager/ Merchandise Team Lead
American Eagle Outfitters
10.2022 - Current
- Visually mapping floorsets; merchandise set up and tear down
- Hire, train, and schedule staff
- Customer service relationship management
- POS sales system
- Trained in conflict resolution
Assistant Manager
Boathouse
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Hired and trained new staff
- Created and maintained staff schedules and payroll
- Merchandised sales floor with new product displays and walls
- Customer service - based position
Entry Point Screener/Ambassador
Health Sciences Centre Hospital
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Assessed patients, staff, and visitors of any symptoms related to COVID-19
- Collaborated with nurses, primary supervisors, to create a plan for patients
- Proposed new procedures to managers and primary supervisors to maximize efficiency
- Trained new employees about procedures and protocols that took place during night shifts
Pre-Board Screening Officer
Winnipeg Airport Authority (YWG)
06.2015 - 09.2020
- Approved for security clearance
- Operation and troubleshooting of x-ray machinery
- Followed standardized protocols
- Developed strong attention to detail
- Demonstrated teamwork with minimal supervision
Keyholder
Mark's Work Wearhouse
10.2011 - 03.2016
- Provided friendly, courteous, and prompt customer service to all customers
- Assigned staff varying roles for their shifts
- Payroll management; daily cash balancing
- Logistics; monitored shipping and receiving
Sales Associate (Decorator)
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Illustrated creative designs for the product line
- Keyholder; opened/closed store
- Demonstrated teamwork with minimal supervision
- Inventory management; generated ordering lists for supplies
Assistant Supervisor
Starbucks
10.2007 - 10.2011
- Replenished products; coordinated weekly inventories and stock
- Trained new staff
- Produced biweekly schedules for staff
- Responsible for maintaining balanced registers
Education
Diploma - Fashion Design With A Specialization in Marketing
Visual College of Art And Design
Vancouver, BC03.2024
High School Diploma -
Beaver Brae Secondary School
Kenora, ON06.2010
Skills
- Apparel Construction
- Costume Design
- Fit Technician
- Pattern Drafting - Digital, Manual
- Adobe Creative Suite - Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver
- Gerber, Clo 3D
- Problem Solving
- Quality Control
- Product Cost Analysis
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Manager/ Merchandise Team Lead
American Eagle Outfitters
10.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager
Boathouse
04.2022 - 10.2022
Entry Point Screener/Ambassador
Health Sciences Centre Hospital
09.2020 - 03.2022
Pre-Board Screening Officer
Winnipeg Airport Authority (YWG)
06.2015 - 09.2020
Sales Associate (Decorator)
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
04.2014 - 06.2015
Keyholder
Mark's Work Wearhouse
10.2011 - 03.2016
Assistant Supervisor
Starbucks
10.2007 - 10.2011
Diploma - Fashion Design With A Specialization in Marketing
Visual College of Art And Design
High School Diploma -
Beaver Brae Secondary School
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