Ryan Slight

Experience

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  Sport Chalet

  Aug 2010 - Aug 2012

  Sales Associate

  *Assisted and encouraged customers in selecting and purchasing required products in a retail environment.*Described product’s features/benefits and demonstrated usage/operation of products.*Answered/addressed customers’ questions- Provided information concerning specification, warranties, maintenance of merchandise and delivery options.*Reported to store manager on a regular basis regarding the need/demand of items so that the future orders could be placed accordingly.

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  UO Active Minds

  Jun 2013 - Jun 2014

  Publicity Chair

  *Direct communication with local media outlets to increase brand awareness and advertise events.*Managed all direct client contact to ensure interactions were positive and beneficial to the organization’s message.Managing Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Orgsync, and Youtube accounts*Creating logos, posters and content for events using Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign *Utilizing design, photography and communication skills to generate Brand recognitionWhile working with UO Active Minds I was able to generate over 600 likes on our Facebook page and over 200 followers on Twitter. This was primarily achieved through direct communication with our target audiences. The UOAM team and I handed out flyers with all of our social media information, ran photo booths to direct traffic to our Facebook photo pages, and ensured that all online channels directed users towards our social media platforms. Show less

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  Green Convergence

  Jun 2013 - Oct 2014

  Internet Marketing Associate/Administrative Assistant

  *Direct engagement with customers and businesses via social media to increase brand aware-ness. *Developing graphics and flow text across multiple design platforms with the Marketing department*Creating content for company website, blog, and other media utilizing knowledge of SEO, keywords and trending topics*Utilizing expertise in photography, InDesign, and Photoshop to enhance SunPower campaigns While working with the Internet Marketing Department, I was able to create SunPower by Green Convergence's first interactive Google map with over 388 jobs plotted and over 100 photos of their installations. In addition, I was able to write over 55 blog articles relevant to the alternative energy field. Show less

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  Barnes & Noble

  Oct 2013 - Jul 2014

  Sales Associate

  *Maintain constant presence on sales floor to assist walk-in customers.*Made arrangements and placed orders for new stock and supplies whenever necessary. *Explain product and service offerings and answer all customer questions.*Write up sales orders and coordinate deliveries.*Earn consistent, glowing recommendations from customers for recommending correct products and following up after sales.

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  University of Oregon

  Oct 2013 - Jun 2014

  Research Assistant

  *Managed inbound and outbound calls to aid in participant recruitment.*Developed a database of qualified leads for potential clients through referrals, cold calling, direct mail, email, and networking.*Managed lab preparations, experiments and data analysis for Professor’s research goals.*Organized multiple schedules for both research assistants and potential participants for research projects.*Utilized a master calendar for use in scheduling clients, meetings, and lab spaces. Show less

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  Princess Cruises

  Sept 2015 - Jul 2017

  • Assist in developing recruitment strategies to attract, screen, and hire quality healthcare professionals who meet the company’s immediate and projected needs.• Help to utilize recruitment tools and methods to help source and attract a pool of qualified and diverse candidates.• Ensures candidates meet required hiring standards for Princess and applicable contracts• Negotiates salary, contract length, and terms and conditions of employment within company’s approved policies for candidates.• Coordinates with staff while on assignment; assesses and investigates nurse and doctor concerns and issues, and assist in providing performance coaching, counseling and disciplinary action when appropriate.• Maintains regular contact with the vessel to identify current staffing needs and requirements, projected openings, and possible scheduling conflicts. • Incorporates nurse and doctor staff retention strategy into daily routine.• Ensures hiring paperwork for candidates hired for Princess are in compliance with policy; all documents are sorted and saved appropriately. • Track and document employee evaluations to identify individuals with promotion potential. • Ensures documentation for any disciplinary action or investigations is handled confidentially and is saved in personnel file.• Work closely with Crew Travel and Crew Hotel department to ensure travel plans are feasible and as inexpensive as possible. • Work with Manning Agents and Crew Members to secure necessary travel visas and immigration documentation. • Schedules hotel rooms, flights, and transportation when necessary for nurse training, projects, or executive travel. Show less • Consistently handles general administrative support tasks as assigned with accuracy, timeliness, and minimal supervision (e.g., collection and distribution of departmental postal/courier service mail, SSG processing, travel logistics for departmental staff and outside vendors, miscellaneous clerical support, office supply inventory and ordering, maintenance of departmental and staff calendars).• Accurately and attentively provides ongoing support and follow-up for departmental sub-specialty administrative responsibilities as assigned (e.g., Seafarer Medical Certificate program support, staff expense reports, vendor setup/maintenance, medical records management, shipboard staff programs).• Provides service friendly coverage for departmental phone calls.• Responds promptly to clerical support requests from all members of management while still maintaining effective communication with direct supervisor.• Supports departmental projects and programs by providing accurate and timely data entry.• Accurately and enthusiastically provides cross coverage for other roles upon request of Supervisor (with or without advance notice).• Effectively supports ad hoc and non-recurring projects while still satisfying requirements of regular daily assignments.• Accepts responsibility for personal performance and demonstrates a commitment to continual improvement.• Consistently serves internal and external customers with courtesy and sensitivity.• Works collaboratively within team environments, and models a commitment to doing whatever is necessary to achieve Company objectives. Show less

  • Clinical Staffing Coordinator

    Apr 2016 - Jul 2017

  • Administrative Support Assistant

    Sept 2015 - Apr 2016
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  HNI Healthcare

  Aug 2017 - Jan 2021

  -Supports the development and distribution of digital + print marketing/advertising materials for sales, recruiting, public relations and current program support.-Assist in production of digital presentations, as directed by Director of Marketing and Communications, to support internal marketing, external marketing, and training initiatives.-Assist and Coordinate social media execution.-Assist in the planning and execution of marketing events such as trade shows and conferences, which includes any preparations required for company participation.-Coordinates all marketing/communications activities associated with an event. -Compile analytics and leads generated by website, social media, trade show or conference, and provide reports to sales teams. -Assist in creation of unique materials to drive HNI brand for external and internal marketing communication efforts.-Interface with internal and external customers along with marketing vendors.-Act as internal liaison and assist in prioritizing departmental projects.-Assist with the execution of marketing programs & promotions.-Manage corporate branding style guide. Show less *Perform various administrative duties that support the recruiting function, including applicant tracking system management, online provider verification and interview scheduling.*Connect recruiting process by analyzing data to generate reports that impact strategy.*Conduct research and provide support for targeted recruitment activities.*Provide responsive and proactive customer service via telephone, e-mail, etc.*Develop tools and solutions for recurring customer requests.*Suggest process improvements to help create efficient workflow.*If needed, assist in development of sourcing strategies including job posting, and candidate pre- qualification techniques.*Partner with Recruiters through the recruitment life-cycle from recruitment kick-off through closure to ensure “time to fill” goals are achieved.*Track and report on full cycle of recruitment & Collaborate with marketing team to improve initiatives. Show less

  • Digital Marketing Coordinator

    Oct 2019 - Jan 2021

  • Clinical Recruitment Coordinator

    Aug 2017 - Oct 2019
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  Self-employed

  Mar 2021 - now

  Marketing Consultant

  I've been doing contract-based marketing work over the last year. Generally, my projects have been developing print materials like mailers or flyers but I've also worked on a few graphics for web pages and newsletters.