Hi, I’m
Raeann De Forest
Graphic Designer
Calgary,AB
You will recognize your own path when you come upon it because you will suddenly have all the energy and imagination you will ever need.
Sara Teasdale
Summary
Experienced in customer-facing roles with strong problem-solving skills. Seeking a company that values leadership and innovation. Equipped with diverse skills to make a meaningful impact and contribute to organizational success. Adaptability and thrive in diverse environments. Bring a unique perspective and passion for collaboration. Let me be the missing piece that completes your team.
Overview
22
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Independantly owned
Freelance Graphic Designer
01.2022 - 12.2033
Job overview
- Use my skills in the Adobe Suite and Procreate to create Logos, Pamphlets, Face book posts and Instagram
- This is my own business in my free time, Not a full career but keeps the creativity flowing.
Karen King & Associates
Assistant Condo Manager/Receptionist
05.2022 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Regular Admin duties of Filing, Politely answering phones, emails
- Managing Projects for the Condo Boards
- Time sensitive quotes for Projects, Budgets and Vendor relations
- Updating database to make sure the vendor and Client Information is current
- Attended Board meetings and On call Shifts for the After Hours Emergency Line
- Organised the Main Office to provide the administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the office for the Condo Managers and the support staff alike
- Used my calming nature to diffuse any negative phone calls, to better assist them in fixing the problem they were facing.
Community Natural Foods
Cashier
01.2019 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Greeted and assisted the customers
- Constantly updating my knowledge of the stock and the new health food items to be able to direct them to what they are looking for in the store.
Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge
Restaurants Supervisor/Barista
11.2017 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Supervisor of a team of baristas at the Hotel's Starbucks Cafe
- Made sure the supplies were always ordered and stocked
- Did the weekly scheduling according to the Reservation numbers from the Front Desk
- (more staff when needed or cut backs if numbers dropped)
- Attended weekly staff meetings with Upper Management to address issues and try new ideas
- Make a very good latte.
Medicine Hat Lodge Resort Hotel Casino and Spa
Assistant Housekeeping Manager/Assistant Banquet Manager/Restaurants Coordinator
01.2015 - 11.2017
Job overview
- Did multiple roles in the Hotel
- They put me where the Manager needed an Assistant
- Constantly developing new ways to motivate and organise the staff and the departments
- In Housekeeping, to protect and limit WSB Claims, new safety mats for the Laundry Team were purchased to help limit the lower back pain
- Quotes and arrangement the installation of the new laundry machines to keep up with the constant demand of bedding and towels
- In Banquets and the Restaurants, Assisting the manager with the scheduling and supervising of the staff and events
- Inventory of the alcohol, as well as, the set up and take down of events was coordinated and executed by the team
- Developed Contests and gave out gift-cards to keep up morale in the busy seasons.
Michael Hill Jewellers
Sales Associate
01.2014 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Took Online Training to improve my selling skills
- Had on the job experience with negotiating with Clients and making their Jewelry dreams a reality
- Accomplished sales goals and made the Gold Star Charts.
Medicine Hat Lodge Resort Hotel Casino and Spa
Assistant Banquet Manager
01.2012 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Assisted the manager with the supervision of the team
- Made sure all was stocked and ready for the event
- Each event had a detailed plan that was executed to make sure nothing was missed
- Dealt with Mothers of the Bride and other difficult people to make sure they had a Great experience.
Education
Olds CollegeOlds, AB
Diploma in Retail Merchandising
St Joseph's High SchoolGrande Prairie, AB
Diploma
Visual College of Art and DesignCalgary, AB
Diploma in Graphic Design
01.2022
Skills
- Merchandising
- POS
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Graphic Design
- Photography
- Adobe Acrobat
- Logo Design
- WordPress
- Google Suite
- Excellent Collaboration Skills
- Able to work Independantly and with a team , in person or remotely
- Calming Nature is my ability to diffuse a difficult situation
- Fast Learner
- Organization skills to help support the operation of the office and team
- Always asking questions and using the answers to empower my decisions for the betterment of all
- Administration duties : filing, typing, copying and scanning
- Creating Schedules and assigning items to be tasked to others when needed to help expedite the results
- Ready and willing to learn new things and expand my education to be helpful in providing the most current information and ideas
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
ProServe
Personal Information
Highest Education Level: DCS / DEC
Sponsorshiprequired
Not Required
Interests
Sewing , all Kinds from Quilts to Kilts
Home Improvement - DIY Projects
Timeline
Assistant Condo Manager/Receptionist
Karen King & Associates
05.2022 - 07.2024
Freelance Graphic Designer
Independantly owned
01.2022 - 12.2033
Cashier
Community Natural Foods
01.2019 - 05.2020
Restaurants Supervisor/Barista
Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge
11.2017 - 12.2018
Assistant Housekeeping Manager/Assistant Banquet Manager/Restaurants Coordinator
Medicine Hat Lodge Resort Hotel Casino and Spa
01.2015 - 11.2017
Sales Associate
Michael Hill Jewellers
01.2014 - 01.2015
Assistant Banquet Manager
Medicine Hat Lodge Resort Hotel Casino and Spa
01.2012 - 01.2014
Olds College
Diploma in Retail Merchandising
St Joseph's High School
Diploma
Visual College of Art and Design
Diploma in Graphic Design
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