Wuhbet Mekonen
Toronto,ON
Summary
Goal-oriented individual with a background in the arts as a multidisciplinary artist. Resourceful worker offering 8 years of experience in customer service. Detail-oriented team player with experience of high level retail sales. Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Photo Production
Digital Attractions Inc
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Captured about 200 photos and then enhanced the images by editing and formatting all reproduction requests.
- Supported team members and met clients with the best service possible.
- Ensured high-quality reproductions by closely monitoring print quality and making necessary adjustments to settings.
- Expedited project completion by managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Client Advisor
Nordstrom Eaton Centre
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Styled clients for different occasions.
- Able to hit above daily sale goals regularly (upwards of $3000 a day)
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
Client Advisor and Internal Media Creator
Giorgio Armani (AX)
08.2017 - 12.2021
- Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
- Hit daily sales goals.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Created internal media graphic and media content for the back office and store location.
Set Decorator
CBC Gem Virgins Series
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Devised strategic approaches for highlighting important focal points in each design.
- Worked with camera and directing teams to effectively incorporate lighting, sound and other features.
- Supported the director's vision by executing their desired look for each scene within budget constraints.
Administrative Assistant
PYA Importer Headquarters
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Set up appointments with potential and current customers to promote new products and services.
- Set up showroom with for either private customers/companies such as Winners or pop-up sales open to the public.
Photographer
Lung Association Of Canada
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
Customer Service Representative
Pizzaville Call Center
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
- Cultivated customer loyalty, promoted repeat business and improved sales.
Head Cashier
HMV Vaughan Mills
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Performed store opening, closing and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
- Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
Graphic Design and Interior Design Assistant
IKEA
09.2013 - 02.2014
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections and textile presentations.
- Participated in furniture selection and documentation of specifications.
- Assisted drafting room layouts and produced furniture and lighting plans.
- Transformed plain areas into warm and inviting living spaces using various lighting fixtures, materials and products.
- Photographed progress and finished projects.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts
OCAD University
Toronto, ON2025
Diploma
Holy Cross
Vaughan, ONSkills
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptable and works well under pressure
- Highly Organized and detail orientated
- Multitasking Strengths
- Creative and critical thinking
- Sales and Marketing
- Customer Service
- Great problem solving
- POS system operations
Timeline
Photo Production
Digital Attractions Inc
11.2023 - 02.2024
Client Advisor
Nordstrom Eaton Centre
06.2022 - 06.2024
Set Decorator
CBC Gem Virgins Series
08.2021 - 10.2021
Administrative Assistant
PYA Importer Headquarters
04.2019 - 11.2019
Client Advisor and Internal Media Creator
Giorgio Armani (AX)
08.2017 - 12.2021
Photographer
Lung Association Of Canada
05.2016 - 08.2017
Customer Service Representative
Pizzaville Call Center
05.2016 - 08.2017
Head Cashier
HMV Vaughan Mills
06.2015 - 08.2016
Graphic Design and Interior Design Assistant
IKEA
09.2013 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts
OCAD University
Diploma
Holy Cross
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