Linh Vu
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Creative and dedicated Visual Merchandising Arts graduate with a keen eye for design and a passion for creating captivating retail environments. Successfully translates brand identity and marketing objectives into visually compelling displays that engage customers and drive sales. Proven expertise in conceptualizing, styling, and branding. Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills and a track record of transforming spaces into impactful visual stories. Excited to leverage education and hands-on experience to contribute to the success of a dynamic retail team.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Retail Sales Associate
John M. Hall House of Quality Linens
05.2024 - Current
- Process cash and credit card transactions for customers
- Assist customers with their shopping needs
- Inventory maintenance, including with assisting with determining reorder requirements
- Follow up with customers when pre-ordered merchandise arrived
- Contact suppliers for merchandise and invoice
- Managed visual displays in store
Server
2Rivers Restaurant
05.2024 - Current
- Takes customer orders, delivers food and beverages, and ensures an enjoyable dining experience
- Provide menu recommendations, address customer inquiries or concerns, and manage transactions
- Maintain a clean and organized dining area, handle special requests, and collaborate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure timely service
Interior Stylist
Oxford Properties - Square One Shopping Centre
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Created design concepts and themes that aligned with the client's vision, understood their preferences, style and functional needs
- Designed space attracted more than 100 customers per day
- Utilized my expertise to arrange the decor and furniture in a way that optimized the flow and functionality of the space while considering aesthetics
Hostess
iRange Toronto
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Welcomed customers, managed reservations and seating arrangements to ensure a smooth flow of customers
- Drove sales up 15%
- Accommodated and assisted with customer's requests, supported the team during rush hours
Graphic Design Intern
Admission Hub
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Designed and edited social media contents
- Increased Tiktok outreach by over 5,000
- Monitored current trends, updated contents and ensured it was on brand
Interior Stylist
Oxford Properties
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Created design concepts and themes that aligned with the client’s vision, understood their preferences, style and functional needs.
- Designed space attracted more than 100 customers per day.
- Utilized my expertise to arrange the decor and furniture in a way that optimized the flow and functionality of the space while considering aesthetics.
Education
Diploma - Visual Merchandising Arts
Sheridan College
Mississauga, ON04.2023
Skills
- Design
- Branding
- Styling
- Adobe Illustrator
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Customer Engagement
- Flexible Schedule
Languages
Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
Certification
SmartServe, 2023 - 2028
Accomplishments
- Square One Community Contributions and Excellence in VMA
- Second place in UNIQLO Canada's UT!me Grand Prix
Professional Highlights
- Customer Attraction: Created visually appealing design concepts and themes that attracted over 100 customers per day.
- Customer Service Excellence: Processed transactions, assisted with shopping needs, and maintained inventory, contributing to a positive shopping experience.
- Trend Integration: Developed content strategies based on current trends, ensuring alignment with brand identity and increasing audience engagement.
Personaltrips
Trip to Vietnam to visit family after completing post-secondary education., Winter 2024
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate
John M. Hall House of Quality Linens
05.2024 - Current
Server
2Rivers Restaurant
05.2024 - Current
Hostess
iRange Toronto
07.2023 - 11.2023
Interior Stylist
Oxford Properties
03.2023 - 03.2023
Interior Stylist
Oxford Properties - Square One Shopping Centre
03.2023 - 01.2024
Graphic Design Intern
Admission Hub
11.2022 - 05.2023
SmartServe, 2023 - 2028
Diploma - Visual Merchandising Arts
Sheridan College
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