Austin Ward

Austin Ward

Photographer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    University at Albany | Automotive Sales Professional @ Nissan of Rockville Centre

  • Education

    • Herkimer County Community College

      2020 - 2021
      Associate's degree Marketing 3.47

      Activities and Societies: Student Government

    • State University of New York at Oswego

      2021 - 2023
      Bachelor's degree Marketing 3.5

      Activities and Societies: Investment Club, Photography Club

    • University at Albany

      2024 - 2026
      Bachelor's degree Informatics 3.8
  • Experience

    • AW Photography

      Jan 2018 - now
      Photographer
    • Blossom & Bloom Boutique

      Nov 2021 - Apr 2022
      Creative Media Specialist

      - Provided creative work in the form of photography, videography, and digital design for advertisments and social media. - Desgined and intitiated promotional discount campaigns. - Organized and directed photoshoots featuring the boutiqes inventory.

    • Empire Automotive Group

      Jun 2022 - Jun 2024
      Sales Professional

      Here, I discovered the foundational sales process.Developed a solid understanding of client relationship management.I learned how to qualify customers effectively, present vehicles confidently, and consistently handle follow-ups. Working in a slower-paced environment sharpened my ability to build trust and guide customers through more complex decision-making.

    • Nissan of Rockville Centre

      Jul 2024 - now
      Sales Professional

      Assist customers in finding the right vehicle for their needs while delivering a transparent, pressure-free sales experience. I manage the full sales process—from initial contact and needs assessment to test drives, financing, and delivery. Consistently met monthly goals while building strong customer relationships that led to repeat and referral business.In addition to my sales role, I’ve been actively training in the F&I department to expand my knowledge of leasing, financing structures, product offerings, and compliance. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Austin Ward
      Yearbook Gold Award Syracuse University - Syracuse, New York Oct 2019 Honored in the 2019 Empire State School Press Association Competition in the category of Photographer (Portfolio)