Sara Barr
Winnipeg
Summary
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
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder
The Lucid Alchemists Artist Collective
Regina
01.2011 - 05.2025
- Directed company-wide efforts towards achieving established goals and objectives.
- Oversaw accounting functions including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
- Developed strategies to increase brand awareness through public relations initiatives.
Recreation Therapy Aide
Saplings Early Child Care Centre and Lutheran Retirement Residence
Regina
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Assessed the needs of each client individually and tailored recreation therapy services accordingly.
- Maintained a safe environment by monitoring the behavior of participants during all recreational activities.
- Encouraged clients to work on their physical and mental health goals through recreational activities.
- Developed creative ideas for incorporating leisure skills into everyday life situations.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan new strategies for improving outcomes.
- Observed patient's participation in activities and documented progress of each individual.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by providing a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable expressing themselves freely.
- Motivated patients to participate in therapeutic activities with positive reinforcement.
Paint Sales Associate
Rona Home and Garden
Regina
09.2005 - 05.2011
- Collaborated with marketing team members to create advertising campaigns that targeted potential buyers.
- Advised customers on appropriate painting techniques for interior and exterior surfaces.
- Assisted customers in selecting paint products to meet their needs and preferences.
- Processed payments for purchases using cash registers or other point-of-sale systems.
- Replenished inventory as needed by stocking shelves with new paint supplies.
- Trained new employees on proper customer service techniques and product knowledge.
- Conducted regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing within the marketplace.
- Evaluated customer feedback regarding products purchased to identify areas of improvement.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Developed relationships with vendors to negotiate discounts on bulk orders of paint supplies.
- Performed opening, closing duties including setting up, breaking down display racks and signs.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store, providing excellent customer service.
- Handled incoming phone calls from customers seeking advice or assistance with orders.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Entrepreneurial Studies
University of The Sunshine Coast
Sippy Downs, QLD, AU06-2009
GED -
CAMPBELL COLLEGIATE
Regina, SK06-2008
Skills
- Team leadership
- Sales strategy
- Creative problem solving
- Effective communication
- Innovation and vision
Timeline
Recreation Therapy Aide
Saplings Early Child Care Centre and Lutheran Retirement Residence
06.2014 - 12.2016
Co-Founder
The Lucid Alchemists Artist Collective
01.2011 - 05.2025
Paint Sales Associate
Rona Home and Garden
09.2005 - 05.2011
Certificate of Completion - Entrepreneurial Studies
University of The Sunshine Coast
GED -
CAMPBELL COLLEGIATE