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Kiera Rhode

Sedona

Summary

Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. Creative Photographer offering expertise in photography sales and marketing, customer service and project management. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Photographer

Self Employed
Sedona
01.2009 - Current

Retail Sales Associate

Enchantment Resort
Sedona
11.2024 - 06.2025
  • Provided product information and answered customer questions.
  • Inspected purchased items for defects before handing them over to customers.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standard.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Greet and assist customers with purchases
  • Answer product-related questions and provide recommendations
  • Operate cash registers and handle transactions
  • Restock shelves and ensure merchandise is organized and well-presented
  • Maintain cleanliness and order in the store
  • Monitor inventory and assist with inventory counts
  • Handle returns, exchanges, and customer complaints professionally

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Basic math and computer skills
  • Attention to detail and organizational abilities
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Customer service orientation
  • Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays

Business Owner

UIrban Gypsies Boutique
Sedona
01.2007 - 04.2022
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.

Barista

Cups
San Diego
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
  • Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
  • Monitored supply levels at counter and maintained customer areas to meet typical demands.
  • Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
  • Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
  • Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
  • Listened carefully to customer requests, which improved sales.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.
  • Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins.
  • Constantly expanded personal knowledge of coffee styles and varieties.

Pink Jeep Barista

Pink Jeeps
Sedona
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Provided friendly service and assistance to clients promote customer loyalty, satisfaction and sales.

Education

Associate of Arts - Photography

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Associate of Arts - Photography

Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CA

Skills

  • P>Strong compositional skills
  • P>Superb attention to detail
  • P>Sales expertise
  • P>Project Management
  • P>Creative visionary
  • P>Composition
  • P>Creative artistic vision
  • Digital photography
  • Photo editing
  • Lighting techniques
  • Composition skills
  • Portfolio management
  • Client consultation
  • Marketing strategies
  • Sales techniques
  • Event photography
  • Customer engagement
  • Creative vision
  • Project management
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Photo products
  • Branding strategies
  • Digital video
  • Visual design
  • Website management
  • Advanced camera skills
  • Client feedback integration
  • Flexible creative approach
  • Social media marketing
  • Color theory
  • Social media
  • Styling and wardrobe
  • Superb attention to detail
  • Client communication
  • File organization and management
  • Creative artistic vision
  • Image editing expertise
  • Collaborative attitude
  • Digital design
  • Proactive approach to problem solving
  • Art direction
  • Creative visionary
  • Social media promotion
  • Customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Inventory management
  • Visual merchandising
  • Product knowledge
  • Conflict resolution
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Flexibility in scheduling
  • Sales reporting
  • Customer assistance
  • Visual display arrangement
  • Loyalty promotion
  • Money handling
  • Merchandise display
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Professional appearance
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Store maintenance
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Personal Information

Title: Photographer/business Owner

Timeline

Retail Sales Associate

Enchantment Resort
11.2024 - 06.2025

Photographer

Self Employed
01.2009 - Current

Barista

Cups
01.2009 - 01.2010

Business Owner

UIrban Gypsies Boutique
01.2007 - 04.2022

Pink Jeep Barista

Pink Jeeps
01.2007 - 01.2008

Associate of Arts - Photography

Northern Arizona University

Associate of Arts - Photography

Academy of Art University
Kiera Rhode