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Vanessa Austin

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Summary Ambitious personal assistant, highly organized and detail oriented, well-versed in performing routine tasks, scheduling, note taking, standing in for clients as well as errands. Knowledge gained in a multitude of professional and personal atmospheres. Confident in groups as well as independently. Skilled in general computer programs; proficient in Microsoft products, Photoshop, and Social Media as it pertains to Networking / scheduling/personal interest/ project development. Keen understanding of marketing, sales, SEO, and retail. As a student at University of Phoenix, I have obtained an Associates Degree in Psychology; currently pursuing another in Business Management. Interested in applying my qualities and skills towards an administrative / assistant position, due to my relentless work ethic and impeccable inner drive.
Orange
University of Phoenix
Orange, CA, USA

Professional Background

  • Current status
  • Profession
  • Fields
    Public Relations
  • Work experience
    10-15 years
  • Management
  • Skills
    Work Ethic
    Potential
    Confident
    Ambitious
    Debtors
    First Impression
    Customer Service
    Detail Oriented
    Communication Skills
    Intuitively Assess Needs
    Telecommunications
    Marketing
    SEO
    Self Starter
    Time Management Skills
    Fast Paced Environments
    Tact
    Conflict Resolution
    Routine Tasks
    Runnng Errands
    Data Entry
    Discretion
    Adaptable
    Quick Learner
    Computer Proficiency
  • Highest level of education
    Master

Job search preferences

  • Desired job type
    Part-time
    Not interested in working remotely
  • Desired positions
    Receptionist/Front Desk
  • Desired work locations
  • Freelance

Work Experience

Brand Auditor

Jun 2019 - Present
Brand Auditor June 2019 - Present Orange County, California Area audit brands, merchandise products, inventory reporting, upload projects via app, engage with store management to inform, assist and report new orders, represent brands as vendor and aid in reporting accurate information regarding brands activity to help increase knowledge and information about the impact of brands and products in stores Michael-Bing-Crosby Estate

Personal Assistant

Apr 2016 - Feb 2019
2 yrs 11 mos
Personal Assistant April 2016 - February 2019 2 years 11 months Orange County, California Area Personally assist estate benificiary to aid in multiple duties i.e., expense tracking/reporting, running errands, cleaning estate property, packing estate items, loading moving truck Assist Real Estate Agents in preparing estate for showing, and informing potential buyers of property information Drive UHAUL truck from Orange, CA to Lompoc, CA Unpack UHAUL truck, help assemble furniture Provide Consult regarding budgeting, scheduling, appointments and organization Answer phone calls, set appointments, create budgets Communicate professionally with additional entities such as movers, real estate, uhaul, as well as family. Kathleen Austin

Personal Assistant

Nov 2007 - Dec 2012
5 yrs 2 mos
Personal Assistant November 2007 - December 2012 5 years 2 months Huntington Beach, Ca Assist in household chores, apply skills to establish a well organized, flowing office environment to better facilitate all types of tasks and projects that can be easily managed in my absence, develop and fine tune appropriate management skills to keep a structured yet comfortable itinerary. PRISTINE FINANCIAL SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

Debt Collections Agent

Aug 2009 - Feb 2010
7 mos
Debt Collections Agent August 2009 - February 2010 7 months Orange County, California Area First female to be hired at the Tustin location outbound calls to inform debtors of outstanding accounts offer account reconciliation options professionally handle conflicts with clients operate fax and copy machine as needed data entry and data collection accurately and efficiently utilize search tools such s SearchBug professionally handle personal information of hundreds of clients carefully and appropriately with discretion and respect efficiently handle residual clientele and keep contact info and data updated and accurate forward calls to appropriate staff report daily amount of calls made and accounts handled Pavilions

Courtesy Clerk/Cashier

Jul 2007 - Dec 2007
6 mos
Courtesy Clerk/Cashier July 2007 - December 2007 6 months Westminster, California Perform simple duties of cashiers and other department clerks in their absence, I was offered a promotion to cashier full time after 2 months and received one raise. The district manager also personally congratulated me on exceptional workmanship as a new employee. Market Broiler Restaurant

Hostess/Cashier

Feb 2007 - Jun 2007
5 mos
Hostess/Cashier February 2007 - June 2007 5 months Huntington Beach, California Greet customers, seat according to servers' availability and efficiency for productive, timely service. Make children's menus Inform guests of daily specials and prices along with precise information on meats and seafood being served as well as the standard on appropriately handling it in accordance with food health and safety codes. Set tables, mitigate any conflict as quickly, quietly, and respectfully as possible, without letting it escalate resulting in assistance from any manager or supervisor. Resolve disagreements with the restaurant's best interest, alongside the satisfaction of the customer's experience, at top priority. Avoid abuse of employee privileges to minimize unnecessary expenses. Help promote holidays and special televised events that are celebrated by the restaurant. Train new hostesses and help co-workers as needed such as cashier, bus boy, bartender except serving alcohol if under the age 18 . Close out the register, count money, record receipts using the computer system and properly input new data and let all data match correctly as its transferred throughout. Keep restrooms stocked with supplies and clean. Load and change balances on gift cards, charge credit cards using handheld and electronic devices properly, apply changes to customer membership benefits and balances. Assist customers in applying for memberships or senior discount clubs/ birthday clubs and relay any messages, set up for parties and large reservations. Insure the best possible first impression to the customer.

Education

Associate of Science A.S. Psychology
2012 - 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Fashion Merchandising Substance Abuse
2011 - 2012
General Education
2006 - 2006