Cotter Stacy

Experience

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  Village Pizzeria

  May 2009 - Aug 2014

  Host; Expo; Busser; Driver; Waiter

  Progressively transitioned from back-of-the-house food handler/runner to front-of-the-house employee. Duties included greeting and seating guests, clearing tables, taking orders, and adhering to any and all customer needs. Assisted in the training of new employees.

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  Sodexo Quality of Life Services

  Aug 2011 - Dec 2014

  Caterer/Team Leader

  This job experience instilled a capability for handling tasks for large groups while still acknowledging and adapting to their individual needs. It required working with others, co-working on a team, and the learned ability to allocate jobs within a team to best utilize time and resources. Additionally, permitted the attendance of trainings and seminars. Reinforcing, continual learning, within a field, as a necessary and beneficial process for progress in any occupation.

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  Aurora University

  Jan 2014 - Mar 2014

  Market Researcher

  Qualitative - Compiled a research design for Nike Outlet, through the methodology of natural observation and focus groups, to subsequently formulate an APA style research report to understand the effect of color use and structure on consumer behavior.Quantitative - Compiled a literature review, research design, and recruitment of appropriate participants in order to collect data, analyze statistics, and formulate an APA style research report for Mike and Denise’s Pizzeria and Pub to compare and understand the importance of marketing, between independent and franchise businesses, and its effect on consumers. Show less

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  Circles 4 Change

  May 2014 - Jul 2014

  Assistant in Web Design and Rebranding

  Assisted in creating and updating the website for a non-profit organization. Responsibilities included style, design, formatting, and logo design and rebrand.

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  Crown City Inn

  Apr 2015 - Nov 2020

  Front Desk Manager/Night Auditor
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  Coronado Adventures

  Jun 2021 - Jun 2021

  UX/UI Consultant

  Provided UI/UX guidance to the marketing and web team to increase CRO and provide an improved user experience.

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  Hollywood Inc

  Jul 2021 - Jul 2021

  UX Consultant

  Provided UI/UX guidance to the marketing and web team to provide an improved user experience and improved branding message.

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  Kaleidoscope Vue Consulting

  Feb 2022 - now

  Graphic Designer

  Created visual assets to be used in hiring company’s campaigns, both digital and printed materials, for events hosting 200+ attendees. Worked in tandem with team members to produce ideas, create visual assets, and select the best option for their clients needs. Maintained open communication with management and clients to keep them up-to-date with project milestones.

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  Freelance

  Mar 2022 - now

  Freelance Designer