Justin Alzamora
MISSISSAUGA,ON
Summary
Current Film student with proven skills in problem-solving, teamwork, and time management developed through collaborative production work. Looking to translate these skills into a retail environment by providing excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and contributing to a positive team dynamic.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Specialist
Best Buy
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and minimize stockouts.
- Managed inventory receiving, processed ship-from-store orders, and maintained stock levels to support efficient store operations.
- Collaborated with sales team to locate products and replenish sales floor, ensuring alignment with customer demand and visual merchandising standards.
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency in daily activities.
- Coordinated team schedules to optimize workforce utilization and coverage.
Sales Associate
Old Navy
10.2022 - 11.2024
- Processed customer purchases, returns, and exchanges while resolving technical issues with POS systems to maintain operational efficiency.
- Operated as primary cashier at one of the largest retail stores in Canada, ensuring smooth transaction experiences.
- Processed transactions accurately at the cash register.
- Assisted customers with product selections and inquiries.
- Maintained store appearance through effective merchandising techniques.
Director, Writer, Cinematographer
The Prologue (Illusions)
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Wrote, directed, and shot an experimental short film inspired by Un Homme Qui Dort (1974) on my iPhone, submitting it to multiple festivals for broader exposure.
- Won the Audience Choice Award at the Toronto Smartphone Film Festival 2024.
- Screened at Korean Parallel Smartphone Film Festival 2024 and Yecheon International Smartphone Film Festival 2024, showcasing innovative storytelling.
- Received nomination for Best Experimental Film 1-5 Minutes at 2024 Couch Film Festival, highlighting creative vision and artistic execution.
- Nominated for Best Artistic Film in the Super Short category at the Spring 2024 AltFF Alternative Film Festival.
Data Management
Ana Bailão Mayoral Campaign
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented data management system to store, process, retrieve, analyze and report large volumes of clinical data.
- Analyzed customer requirements to design, implement, and maintain effective master data management systems.
- Collaborated with internal departments such as Regulatory Affairs and Data Management to ensure that all studies were conducted in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines.
- Collaborated with campaign staff to identify data needs and provided insights to streamline processes.
- Inputted data into voter database within CRM for volunteers and potential voters, ensuring accuracy to support valid decision-making insights.
Assistant Campaign Manager
Mississauga Municipal Elections
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Designed and executed a Get-Out-the-Vote strategy and communications plan for Election Day which involved organizing and orchestrating a group of 50+ volunteers. Aside from good communication and analytical skills, used Excel and mapping technologies to successfully carry out this initiative.
- Designed, built, and maintained supporter and lawn sign databases in Excel, creating and analyzing 3000+ voter records to enhance voter outreach efforts.
- Researched and presented municipal government policies from the United States and Nordic countries to inform candidate's strategy and communications plan.
Deputy Returning Officer
Elections Ontario
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Acted as Deputy Returning Officer for the 2022 Ontario Provincial Election, processing approximately a thousand voters and administering ballots efficiently.
- Executed administrative duties and quality control to uphold Elections Ontario rules, resolving issues with electors at incorrect locations by de-escalating conflicts and directing them to proper polling stations.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Cashier
Metro Grocery Store
01.2016 - 12.2020
- Balanced part-time cashier role with undergraduate studies, enhancing time management skills.
- Managed customer relationships and resolved conflicts, improving interpersonal skills and customer satisfaction.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at the checkout station.
Education
BACHELORS IN FILM AND MEDIA PRODUCTION -
HUMBER COLLEGE LAKESHORE CAMPUS
06-2029
HONOURS BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE - POLITICAL SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
11-2021
Skills
- POS systems knowledge
- Regulatory compliance
- Data skills
- Information processing
- Analytical skills
- Customer service skills
- Conflict resolution
- Training skills
- Mediating skills
- Adaptability
- Quick learner
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Active listening
- Work ethic
- Regulatory compliance
Timeline
Operations Specialist
Best Buy
10.2025 - 01.2026
Director, Writer, Cinematographer
The Prologue (Illusions)
06.2023 - 08.2024
Data Management
Ana Bailão Mayoral Campaign
04.2023 - 06.2023
Sales Associate
Old Navy
10.2022 - 11.2024
Assistant Campaign Manager
Mississauga Municipal Elections
09.2022 - 10.2022
Deputy Returning Officer
Elections Ontario
05.2022 - 06.2022
Cashier
Metro Grocery Store
01.2016 - 12.2020
BACHELORS IN FILM AND MEDIA PRODUCTION -
HUMBER COLLEGE LAKESHORE CAMPUS
HONOURS BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE - POLITICAL SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO