Oksana Shveda
Sherbrooke,NS
Summary
Hardworking team player. Responsible, punctual and productive professional when working with little to no supervision.
Organized and dedicated Administrative Assistant with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
The Soap Company of Nova Scotia
Sherbrooke, NS, Canada
07.2022 - Current
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Enhanced office environment, organizing spaces for better workflow and employee comfort.
- Monitored office supplies inventory, ensuring availability of essential items without overstocking.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
Cashier
Whitney's Corner Store
Port Bickerton, NS, Canada
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
Director of Cultural Center
Rudky OTH
Vyshnia, Ukraine
07.2009 - 05.2022
- Selected topic or reason of events . Prepared and held various cultural and educational events, concerts and shows. Wrote a script, looked for people, held the rehearsals. Made all preparation.
- Organized the work of the team, managed the invited members of the events. Supervised and checked in guests and wayfarers.
- Made plan of events and holidays for the whole years. Scheduled works employees and guests. Made goal setting and performance evaluations.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
Actor
Nebo Theatre
City Lviv, St. Zelena, Ukraine
02.2007 - 07.2009
- Managed time to arrive on set when required to not delay rehearsals and shows.
- Practiced lines and scenes independently and collaboratively to prepare for performances.
- Worked closely with wardrobe and makeup teams to create visually striking character looks that complemented overall production design.
- Developed strong memorization skills for quick mastery of scripts, enabling efficient preparation for auditions and performances.
- Collaborated with directors and fellow actors to develop engaging character portrayals for stage and screen.
Radio Program Host
Lviv National Television and Radio Company
City Lviv, St. Prince Roman, Ukraine
12.2005 - 02.2007
- Chose a topic to cover or breaking news and stories. Did searching for information on the topic. Did preliminary meeting to collect the information or to agree on details. Composed a program plan, involving experts or witnesses. Made and added audio recording of the event or additional comments.
- Managed time effectively during live broadcasts, ensuring all segments were appropriately paced and smoothly transitioned.
- Facilitated communication between production staff and guests, ensuring seamless coordination of show logistics.
- Developed rapport with recurring guests and experts, cultivating a network of reliable contributors for future program appearances.
- Upheld high ethical standards in all programming, adhering to strict journalistic integrity and impartiality when discussing controversial topics.
Education
Master of Arts - TV Presenter
University of Culture
Kyiv, Ukraine06-2010
High School Diploma -
Secondary School
Rydky, Ukraine05-2005
Skills
- Office administration
- Customer and client relations
- Dedicated team player
- Computer skills
- Inventory systems
- Social media management
- Problem-solving
Languages
English
Professional Working
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Full Professional
Polish
Elementary
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
The Soap Company of Nova Scotia
07.2022 - Current
Cashier
Whitney's Corner Store
06.2022 - 09.2023
Director of Cultural Center
Rudky OTH
07.2009 - 05.2022
Actor
Nebo Theatre
02.2007 - 07.2009
Radio Program Host
Lviv National Television and Radio Company
12.2005 - 02.2007
Master of Arts - TV Presenter
University of Culture
High School Diploma -
Secondary School