Kasondra Adkins
Little Rock
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Artist / Business Owner
Self
2018.03 - Current
- Participated in local art shows to showcase work, generating community engagement and potential clients
- Expanded professional network by attending conferences, workshops, and networking events within the art community
- Developed and maintained an organized studio space, optimizing workflow and productivity
- Delivered commissioned pieces within specified deadlines while ensuring high-quality craftsmanship met client expectations
Freelance Writer
Self
2016.09 - 2018.05
- Utilized writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging content
- Collaborated with clients to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms
- Interviewed individuals by phone, text, and in-person to write news stories
- Generated ideas for new content based on audience interests and market trends
- Maintained strict timelines and tight turn-arounds
- Navigated creative differences to keep clients satisfied
Sales Associate and Visual Merchandiser
Gap
2009.03 - 2016.09
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry
- Organized in-store promotions and events to increase foot traffic and drive additional sales opportunities
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases
- Regularly accepted and processed new stock at all stages from truck to sales floor
- Acted as interim manager during times of leadership changes: including opening and closing the store, locking up register drawers, and assisting in scheduling
- Supported store operations by routinely deep cleaning and organizing stockroom, promotional materials, and facilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR2013-05
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR2013-05
Timeline
Independent Artist / Business Owner
Self
2018.03 - Current
Freelance Writer
Self
2016.09 - 2018.05
Sales Associate and Visual Merchandiser
Gap
2009.03 - 2016.09
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of Arkansas At Little Rock