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VIKTORIYA KOZORIZ

Mississauga,ON

Summary

Highly adaptable and client-focused professional with extensive experience in customer service, adept at multitasking in high-energy environments. Proven track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and driving sales in retail settings. Demonstrated ability to facilitate engaging customer interactions and recognized for exceptional communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to delivering outstanding service.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Hostess

GRAND BIZARRE
05.2024 - Current
  • Worked at a variety of events, ranging from corporate meetings to club nights, actively engaging with up to 3000 of guests
  • Coordinated guest engagement activities, proactively addressing needs and optimizing flow in a high-energy environment
  • Assisted management by switching roles and tasks to better accommodate the operational requirements, emphasizing commitment to the company and multitasking abilities.

Writing Feedback Specialist

STUDIOSITY
03.2024 - 06.2024
  • Provided detailed, constructive feedback on students' writing projects across various writing styles
  • Guided students of all academic levels through their writing journey, encouraging improvement through an exchange of diligent feedback and ideas
  • Collaborated with fellow writing specialists to complete an assignment clearly and accurately to maximize client satisfaction
  • Worked under tight deadlines, completing the project feedback within 24 hours.

Sales Associate

HOT TOPIC
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Guided customers through their shopping experience, emphasizing customer satisfaction and creating lasting impressions
  • Engaged with clients enthusiastically to drive sales and recommended products to meet their needs
  • Regularly met and exceeded monthly sales goals by over 50%
  • Successfully signed up new customers to the store's member program, achieving an average rate of 92%
  • Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays, taking corrective action to enhance the shopping experience and increase sales
  • Responded to store reviews clearly, concisely, and empathetically via phone and computer to maximize customer satisfaction
  • Reviewed monthly sales and projections with management, presenting innovative ideas for cost savings, promotions, and merchandise positioning to increase revenue
  • Commended by management for exceeding expectations and awarded 'Employee of the Month' for focus on customer satisfaction and retention.

Education

Bachelor of Journalism -

TORONTO METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Toronto, ON
04.2023

Skills

  • Proficient in working in individual and teamwork settings
  • Extremely adaptable and great at multitasking
  • Empathetic and ability to resolve conflicts
  • Extensive experience in customer service
  • Excellent interviewing, research, and writing skills
  • Ability to thoroughly fact-check
  • Ability to learn new programs and software quickly
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and InDesign)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Ukrainian
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Publications

Colette Harmon - Captivated by Her Charms, https://blackfashioncanada.ca/database/profiles/colette-harmon/, 10/2023

Timeline

Hostess

GRAND BIZARRE
05.2024 - Current

Writing Feedback Specialist

STUDIOSITY
03.2024 - 06.2024

Sales Associate

HOT TOPIC
08.2021 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Journalism -

TORONTO METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
VIKTORIYA KOZORIZ