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Max Priest

Burlington,Canada

Summary

Creative and detail-oriented student with experience in retail and freelance costume design. Passionate about anime, visual storytelling, and character transformation through makeup and cosplay. Proven ability to work in fast-paced environments, handle transactions accurately, and support team operations. Eager to contribute to a dynamic organization while continuing personal and professional growth. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Freelance Costume Designer

Self-Employed
Burlington, Ontario
01.2024 - Current
  • Designed and constructed custom cosplay costumes inspired by anime, manga, and video game characters for individual clients and fan conventions.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their character vision, budget, and event timelines.
  • Applied skills in sewing, fabric selection, pattern-making, and prop building to create high-quality, wearable designs.
  • Managed all aspects of the business including client communication, pricing, materials sourcing, and project scheduling.
  • Built a positive reputation through word-of-mouth referrals and social media promotion.
  • Delivered projects on time with strong attention to detail and creative problem solving.

Cashier / Merchandiser / Cosmetician

Shoppers Drug Mart
Burlington, Canada
02.2022 - 12.2024
  • Processed payments with precision and efficiency while operating cash register.
  • Maintained accurate cash drawer through thorough end-of-day reconciliation.
  • Provided personalized customer assistance by locating items and promoting rewards programs.
  • Restocked shelves and organized displays to enhance visual appeal.
  • Identified and addressed customer needs to deliver exceptional service.

Cashier / Self-Checkout Attendant

Walmart
Burlington, Canada
05.2020 - 12.2021
  • Achieved productivity targets through meticulous task execution and organization.
  • Executed transactions swiftly and accurately during peak periods.
  • Assisted customers with self-checkout systems while resolving technical issues efficiently.

Cook

McDonald’s
Burlington, Canada
06.2018 - 09.2019
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under pressure during high-volume periods.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, handling multiple orders without compromising quality.

Education

Makeup For Media And Creative Arts -

Sheridan College
Oakville, ON
06.2025

High School Diploma -

Thomas Merton Centre
Oakville, ON
06.2023

Skills

  • Customer service excellence
  • Point-of-sale systems
  • Cash handling and reconciliation
  • Retail merchandising
  • Inventory management
  • Time management
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Punctuality and reliability
  • Social Media Tools (Instagram, TikTok, etc)

Certification

  • Smart Serve Certified, 2021
  • CannSell Certified, 2024

Affiliations

  • Active member of the anime and cosplay community; participate in conventions and social media forums
  • Self-taught in costume design and character-inspired makeup application
  • Designed and showcased over a dozen cosplay looks based on anime and game characters
  • Passionate about Japanese pop culture, storytelling, and character design

Timeline

Freelance Costume Designer

Self-Employed
01.2024 - Current

Cashier / Merchandiser / Cosmetician

Shoppers Drug Mart
02.2022 - 12.2024

Cashier / Self-Checkout Attendant

Walmart
05.2020 - 12.2021

Cook

McDonald’s
06.2018 - 09.2019

Makeup For Media And Creative Arts -

Sheridan College

High School Diploma -

Thomas Merton Centre

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