Kara Denner
Edinburgh
Summary
Ambitious student with exceptional organisational and communication skills. Frequently commended for strong work ethic and commitment to quality. Excels in creating a positive, welcome environment for both clients and coworkers. Experienced in quick-paced retail, event-management, and childcare settings. Seeking part-time employment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Lectures Event Manager
Iowa State Lectures Program
Ames
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Liaised with venue staff to determine event requirements and constraints, outlining package options to meet needs and exceed expectations.
- Acted as a point of contact for all students and community members who attend lectures.
- Planned and efficiently organized activities, details and timelines for large- and small-scale events.
- Liaised with marketing and PR colleagues to promote special events in social calendars.
- Maintained and organized Lectures Program booth with event information as well as Covid-19 resources.
Information Management Student
Iowa State University Foundation
Ames
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Worked to receive and enter alumni information into Iowa State University’s system
- Researched and maintained current records for constituents
- Worked within the Ascend Software system and suggested improvements to create a more efficient user experience.
Before and After School Program Teacher
Ankeny Community School District
Ankeny
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Worked as a program assistant and teacher for the Before and After school program
- Cared for children ages 5 to 12
- Taught enrichment lessons and worked with parents to create a safe and educational environment.
Apparel Department Keyholder
Fleet Farm
Ankeny, Iowa
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Created daily checklist for cashiers to accurately complete tasks.
- Arranged and maintained apparel merchandise for a clean, organized appearance and customer-friendly experience.
- Created positive environment of teamwork, mutual respect and morale.
- Guaranteed consistent working order of cash registers through troubleshooting and promptly addressing issues.
Customer service representative
Dominos
Ankeny
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Receive and process orders in-person and over the phone
- Responsible for money transactions and preparing products for customers
- Work with displeased customers to resolve concerns or complaints
- Currently, hold the highest customer service representative record for tips in the previous six months.
Keyholder
Plato's Closet
Ankeny
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Promoted to Keyholder within two weeks of employment
- Opened and closed retail store without supervision, including counting registers and other closing duties
- Bought clothing on consignment
- Priced and ticketed items based on pricing guidelines
- Straightened the store throughout the day and at closing
- Managed sales associates, delegated tasks and maintained positive communication with staff
- Provided excellent customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
08/2019 - 05/2023
Master of Science - Archaeology
09/2023 -
Skills
- Customer service-orientated
- Creating a welcome environment
- File management
- Guest communications
- Department oversight
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Lectures Event Manager - Iowa State Lectures Program
08.2021 - 05.2023
Information Management Student - Iowa State University Foundation
08.2021 - 11.2022
Apparel Department Keyholder - Fleet Farm
05.2019 - 09.2019
Before and After School Program Teacher - Ankeny Community School District
08.2018 - 08.2021
Customer service representative - Dominos
09.2017 - 05.2018
Keyholder - Plato's Closet
05.2017 - 08.2017
Iowa State University - Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology
08/2019 - 05/2023
The University of Edinburgh - Master of Science, Archaeology
09/2023 -
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