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Paul Brace

St. Johns,Newfoundland

Summary

An innovative and outside the box creative thinker with exceptional skills in advertising, marketing, composing, branding, sales and event management. Works well leading or working in a team environment and has exceptional time management skills. Looking for a new and exciting challenge where I can utilize my skills and knowledge and bring an energetic fresh perspective to your team..

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales and Leasing Consultant

Capital Hyundai
St. John's, NL
06.2024 - Current
  • Assisted customers with vehicle selection, test drives, financing, and leasing options to ensure a smooth buying experience.
  • Consistently met or exceeded monthly sales and leasing goals through strong product knowledge and consultative selling.
  • Maintained client relationships and managed leads using CRM tools, resulting in high referral and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with finance team to structure competitive deals while ensuring compliance with dealership policies.

Sales and Leasing Consultant

Steele Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram
St. Johns, Newfoundland
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Prepared sales contracts and other necessary paperwork for vehicle purchases.
  • Attended regular training sessions to stay abreast of changes in industry trends and regulations.
  • Developed relationships with local banks to secure loan approval for customers with bad credit ratings.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding vehicle availability, specifications, financing terms.
  • Met with potential customers to inquire about car preferences, assess financial limitations and offer information about vehicle choices.
  • Analyzed customer needs to make suitable product recommendations and demonstrations.
  • quickly became top performer and an expert in the Chrysler/Mopar line up of products

Account Manager

Telus CES
St. John's, NL
07.2021 - 09.2023
  • Provide business with multi line cell phone plans
  • Provide corporate customers with specific rates and discounts.
  • Sold high end security packages for home and businesses
  • Hit monthly budgets when it comes to our services
  • Trained on new staff members and teaching sales tactics
  • Became Apple Ambassador due to high performing sales record
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction.

Senior Producer/ On Air

Coast Broadcasting
St. Johns, Newfoundland
03.2017 - 04.2020
  • Worked closely with Account Executives and Clients to plan and implement successful advertising campaigns, contests and contest promotions
  • Daily On-Air Host for a 3 hour live show, offering commentary on music, pop culture, local news, traffic and weather for a station under a Classic Hits Format
  • Represented the station at promotional live on location remotes to drive sales for advertising partners
  • provided vocal coaching to voice actors and clients in session to provide the best possible product while running all technical aspects of the recording session
  • Created schedules for production, editing and mix down to ensure a timely delivery
  • Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for "stand out campaigns".

Peer Facilitator

Young Adult Cancer Canada
St. Johns, Newfoundland
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Peer Facilitator/Keynote Speaker Young Adult Cancer Canada | St. John's, NL speaker at various events; sharing personal cancer journey, along with musical therapy techniques
  • Organized numerous fundraisers to raise awareness/funds for non-profit organization; utilized various marketing campaigns to achieve goal, along with social media tools such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, ,etc.
  • Helped organize a 4 day retreat for over 20 people with specific health problems, dietary restrictions and mobility issues, following proper guidelines and regulations
  • Facilitated a yearly retreat for young adults affected by cancer and their supporters by providing an open, comfortable and non-judgemental environment
  • Mentor young cancer survivors and their supporters as they move through or beyond a cancer experience
  • Participate and share personal experiences to help inspire fellow participants and their supporters.

Education

Diploma - Production And Event Management

Metalworks Institute
Mississauga, ON
06.2009

High School Diploma -

Prince Of Whales
St. John's, NL
06.2003

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Account Management
  • Copywriting, Editing and Review
  • Creative Thinking
  • Effective Customer Upselling
  • Merchandising Proficiency
  • Problem Resolution
  • Organizational Skills
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Team Building
  • Computer Skills
  • Reliable & Trustworthy

Accomplishments

  • 2017 recipient of the Music NL Media Person Of The Year award for his work with Coast 101.1FM
  • Recipient of an East Coast Music Award for Inspirational Album of the Year for his 2019 musical release, Liars and Actors

Timeline

Sales and Leasing Consultant

Capital Hyundai
06.2024 - Current

Sales and Leasing Consultant

Steele Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram
10.2023 - 06.2024

Account Manager

Telus CES
07.2021 - 09.2023

Peer Facilitator

Young Adult Cancer Canada
01.2018 - 03.2020

Senior Producer/ On Air

Coast Broadcasting
03.2017 - 04.2020

Diploma - Production And Event Management

Metalworks Institute

High School Diploma -

Prince Of Whales
Paul Brace