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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Valeen Smoke

Ohsweken

Summary

Reliable team player known for strong collaboration and ability to meet dynamic client/store needs, leveraging creativity and technical skills to achieve outstanding results.

Experienced with creating innovative and detailed designs for various events/holidays. Utilizes creative techniques and problem-solving skills to bring ideas to life.

Knowledgeable experience from previous jobs with background in assembling and arranging display units efficiently. Successfully contributed to multiple high-impact retail setups, ensuring optimal product placement and visual appeal.

Skilled in moving merchandise and stocking shelves.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Balloon Artist

Self-employed
07.2016 - Current
  • Developed diverse repertoire of creative designs, enabling the ability to cater to a wide range of client requests and themes.
  • Enhanced customer experiences by creating visually appealing and high-quality balloon art for various events.
  • Continuously honing skills and staying current on trends within the field of balloon artistry.
  • Established credibility as a skilled artist through in-person hands-on balloon classes.
  • Conducted engaging workshops for aspiring balloon artists, sharing expertise in design principles and technique application.
  • Showcased adaptability by modifying designs based on specific venue limitations such as space constraints or environmental conditions.
  • Operated cash register for cash and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Stocked/Restocked, tagged and displayed/organized merchandise as required.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Contributed to overall store success by consistently maintaining a visually appealing and welcoming environment for customers.
  • Showcased key product features through strategic placement within displays, driving customer interest and boosting sales conversions.
  • Created visual displays to highlight new and featured products.
  • Promoted seasonal products and trends to move stock and prepare for incoming inventory.

Education

No Degree - Basic Floral Design Certificate

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton
04-2011

No Degree - Advanced Security Management Certificate

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Brantford, ON
04-2008

No Degree - Police Foundations Diploma

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Brantford, ON
04-2007

Skills

  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Design aesthetics
  • Customer engagement
  • Artistic vision
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organizational skills
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Stock replenishment

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Certified In Person Organic Balloon Training, Dress Your Daydream - February 24th 2025
  • Basic Floral Designs Certificate, Mohawk College, 2011

Timeline

Balloon Artist

Self-employed
07.2016 - Current

No Degree - Basic Floral Design Certificate

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology

No Degree - Advanced Security Management Certificate

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology

No Degree - Police Foundations Diploma

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Valeen Smoke