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Sophie Johnston

Summary

Results-driven individual with extensive experience in customer service, sales assistance, and community support. Proven ability to engage with clients, provide tailored solutions, and foster a positive and collaborative work environment. Skilled in building relationships, resolving inquiries, and achieving sales goals while maintaining company standards. Experienced in supporting vulnerable individuals through trauma-informed care and educational assistance. Currently expanding digital marketing expertise through a professional certification. Committed to delivering exceptional service and contributing to team success in a dynamic retail environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Tutoring

MTC Australia
01.2023 - Current
  • Support adult students in enhancing reading, writing, computer, and math skills, boosting confidence
  • Facilitate pathways to social participation, employment, further study, and training
  • Empower students to achieve measurable improvements in education and employment skills
  • Collaborate with students to develop essential skills for personal and professional growth
  • Guide students in building foundational skills for greater opportunities in life
  • Boosted student confidence and skills, aiding their progress toward employment
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Collaborated with school administrators to align tutoring curriculum with district goals and standards.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating technology tools and resources into tutoring sessions.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, helping students grasp difficult scientific concepts more easily.
  • Conducted regular assessments of student progress, adjusting tutoring approaches accordingly to maximize learning outcomes.

Christmas Casual - Sales Assistant

Country Road
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing satisfaction and loyalty through proactive support
  • Resolved customer inquiries and issues, providing tailored product recommendations to meet individual needs
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals, contributing to a positive work environment
  • Maintained clear and concise records, documenting customer feedback and internal communications
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Fulltime - Sales Assistant

Urban Outfitters
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals, fostering a cohesive work environment
  • Communicated effectively with colleagues and management on customer feedback and inventory issues
  • Boosted store revenue by implementing strategic upselling techniques
  • Provided excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly
  • Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
  • Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
  • Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Met and exceeded sales targets consistently, contributing to overall team success.
  • Assisted customers in making informed decisions by offering detailed product knowledge and comparisons.
  • Remained calm and poised in high-stress, dynamic environment to promote service to customers and staff.
  • Participated in ongoing training to stay updated on current products, promotions, and industry trends.
  • Organized in-store promotions to increase awareness of new product lines.

Social Media Content Creator

NPDThriver
01.2023 - Current

Mission

To create a safe and supportive online community for domestic abuse survivors, where individuals can seek counselling, share their experiences, and find solidarity. We are dedicated to providing one-on-one counselling, emotional support, and effective coping strategies. Through active listening and empathy, we validate the experiences of survivors and offer practical advice and resources for safety planning, self-care, and additional support.

Skills

  • Developed an effective social media strategy, resulting in consistent growth in followers and engagement rates.
  • Managed social media accounts, ensuring timely responses to comments and messages from the community.
  • Enhanced brand awareness by creating engaging and shareable social media content.
  • Managed content across multiple platforms for widest audience reach.
  • Increased audience engagement through the development of tailored content for each platform.
  • Scheduled regular postings using social media management tools, ensuring a steady stream of fresh content for followers'' consumption.
  • Increased follower count with strategic use of hashtags and collaboration with influencers.
  • Led live social media events, increasing real-time engagement with brand's audience.

Volunteer - Social Work & Receptionist

Rose Bay Community Centre
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Provide essential support to vulnerable individuals facing homelessness, domestic violence, and refugee challenges
  • Implemented trauma-informed assistance, significantly improving client well-being and stability
  • Developed personalized support plans, resulting in measurable improvements in client outcomes
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.

Education

Professional Certificate - Digital Marketing & E-commerce

Google
06.2024

Certificate - Data Analytics Professional

Google
06.2024

Highschool Certificate -

Kincoppal Rosebay
01.2019

Skills

Positive Customer Engagement

Customer Service

Teamwork and Collaboration

Time Management

Multi-tasking strength

Problem-solving skills

Relationship Building

Complex Problem-Solving

Cover Letter

Dear Hiring Manager, I am excited to apply for the Sales Assistant position and bring my proven track record of delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales results. With extensive experience in retail environments, paired with a passion for helping others, I am confident in my ability to not only meet but exceed the expectations of this role. As a Sales Assistant at Country Road, I consistently enhanced customer satisfaction by providing tailored product recommendations and resolving inquiries with efficiency and care. My knack for building genuine connections with customers allowed me to foster long-term loyalty, and I thrived on creating a shopping experience that left a lasting positive impression. At Urban Outfitters, I became adept at utilizing upselling techniques that directly contributed to boosting store revenue, all while collaborating closely with my team to hit ambitious sales goals. Beyond my retail experience, my volunteer work with vulnerable individuals has sharpened my empathy, communication, and adaptability. Supporting those facing significant challenges, I've learned to approach each interaction with patience and care-skills that transfer seamlessly into providing top-tier service to customers in any sales environment. My ability to connect on a human level, while maintaining professionalism, sets me apart. I am excited to bring my energy, sales expertise, and passion for customer service to your team. My ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, build relationships, and problem-solve on the fly makes me a strong asset. I am confident that I will bring a fresh, dynamic approach to the role and look forward to the opportunity to make an impact. Thank you for your consideration, and I look forward to the possibility of contributing to your team. Sincerely, Sophie Johnston

Timeline

Volunteer - Social Work & Receptionist

Rose Bay Community Centre
05.2024 - 06.2024

Social Media Content Creator

NPDThriver
01.2023 - Current

Tutoring

MTC Australia
01.2023 - Current

Christmas Casual - Sales Assistant

Country Road
11.2021 - 03.2022

Fulltime - Sales Assistant

Urban Outfitters
01.2017 - 01.2019

Certificate - Data Analytics Professional

Google

Highschool Certificate -

Kincoppal Rosebay

Professional Certificate - Digital Marketing & E-commerce

Google
Sophie Johnston