April Barstad

Experience

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  Fargo Park District

  Jun 2007 - Aug 2015

  Davies Pool Assistant Manager
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  Macy's

  Oct 2014 - Dec 2015

  Visual Merchandiser
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  Life Time Inc.

  Apr 2016 - Dec 2016

  Swim Instructor and Lifeguard Supervisor

  An active professional, I joined this organization to supervise the lifeguard staff. I delegated tasks and evaluated performance of team to identify coaching opportunities, assist with further training needs and create a safe area for customers to enjoy. I honed my customer service skills by greeting and interacting with customers, setting positive example for staff and ensuring satisfactory experiences for all daily visitors. - I oversaw training programs and initiatives to ensure lifeguards understood lifesaving techniques, swimming methods and equipment operation to successfully complete all expected tasks. - To remain involved in every aspect of the organization, I planned and facilitated swimming lessons, enforcing safety protocols and educating customers in water techniques and swimming skills Show less

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  The Buckle, Inc.

  Feb 2017 - Nov 2017

  Operations Manager

  I was recruited to direct the daily operations of a retail location. Supporting the Store Manager, I supervised the staff, provided training on policies and procedures, and delegated tasks and activities to create an atmosphere of positive customer experiences. I also managed the inventory and visual merchandising of the location, building and maintaining displays based on specials, sales and seasonal events. - I was in charge of promotional events for the location. This included setting up displays and signage based on corporate guidelines, training team members on specifics for each promotion, and ensuring adherence to company rules and regulations. - Part of my duties included verifying invoices for inventory received, researching and resolving discrepancies. Show less

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  Sew What Monogramming

  Nov 2017 - Dec 2018

  Graphic Designer / Front Office Manager

  I was given an opportunity to utilize my creativity and leadership when I joined this team. I am in charge of developing rapport with clients to identify requirements and needs, set realistic expectations, and determine vision for each project. I manage hands-on creation of visual concepts, attract attention, engage target audiences, and prepare art for use in advertising mailers, flyers, screen prints and embroidery projects. I am dedicated to creating innovative designs for every client. I take those designs and process the orders with vendors to fulfill finished product purchases.- I provide the leadership and direction for business operations. This includes enforcing policies and procedures to maintain consistency and organization in all daily tasks. By monitoring performance and productivity, I am able to enforce high quality in all projects and ensure the finished products represented client vision.- I utilize specialized software to digitize designs for screen print and embroidery. I double-check all the details like stitching and printing order, color options and branding standards meet client expectations.- One of my responsibilities is advertising. I devise and manage strategies, develop mockups for marketing materials, design user experience for the company website. I was tasked with rebranding the business to increase customer base, and this has been successful. My target audiences have been on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Doing this has established continual growth in followers and a proven increase in sales. Show less

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  April Rose Design, LLC

  Oct 2018 - now

  Graphic Designer / Owner

  Wanting to expand my ability to provide designs, I partnered with a local promotional organization and offer freelance designs. I advertise my available graphic design services and have developed a network of clients. Working with the promotional company, I collaborate with multiple creative teams. I start every project out the same. I identify the needs and requirements of each client, and then I take charge, offering hands-on leadership to ensure excellent customer service, exceed expectations, and build designs that match client visions. As I expand this business, I hope to develop a strong pipeline of future referrals and new business opportunities. Show less

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  Lakeshirts

  Apr 2019 - Sept 2020

  Production Graphic Design Artist
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  Life Time Inc.

  Jun 2021 - now

  Aquatics Assistant Manager