Jennifer Cobb

Experience

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  TNG Retail Services

  May 2015 - Jul 2017

  Merchandiser

  ● Worked unsupervised to stock/organize books and magazines according to plan-o-grams● Improved and promoted sales by strategically arranging product, placing coupons on discounted items, and assembling displays● Communicated inter-personally with customers, stores, buyers, staff, and distributors to ensure gratification

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  LGC Hospitality Services

  Jun 2015 - Jul 2016

  Banquet Server and Vendor

  ● Worked in temporary and temp-hire positions at special event halls, hotels, concerts, and stadiums● Top consecutive seller in adult beverage sales at Cleveland Indian's games

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  Kent State University

  Aug 2015 - Dec 2018

  ● Supported 13 Student Success Leaders, who assisted with sections of the Destination Kent State First Year Experience Course, by instructing section 002 of the Student Success Leader Seminar● Prepared weekly lessons and activities correlated to conflict management, professional development, collaboration, facilitation, and communication skills● Fostered leadership development through group discussions, mentoring, problem solving, and one-on-one meetings● Served as a liaison between the Office of Student Success Programs and Student Success Leaders ● Attended a weekly professional development seminar with 14 other Student Success Programs Interns Show less

  • Commencement Official

    May 2017 - Dec 2018

  • Transfer Kent State Student Ambassador

    May 2016 - May 2018

  • Student Success Programs Intern

    Apr 2017 - Dec 2017

  • Advising Registration Assistant

    May 2016 - Jul 2017

  • Campus Tour Guide

    May 2016 - Jan 2017

  • Peer Leader Trainer

    Dec 2015 - May 2016

  • EXCEL Mentor

    Aug 2015 - May 2016

  • Student Success Leader

    Aug 2015 - Dec 2015
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  CBS News

  Jun 2016 - Jul 2016

  CBS News Runner

  ● Assisted with the production of CBS This Morning and The Evening News with Scott Pelley● Set up and tore down newsrooms and other CBS work spaces at the 2016 Republican National Convention● Supported production staff, news anchors, technology staff, and anchor assistants

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  Aeropostale

  Jun 2017 - May 2018

  Sales Lead

  ● Maximized sales by coaching associates, reviewing selling results, conducting one-on-one meetings, and assigning individual sales and transaction goals● Served as a management team member by training associates, fulfilling operational duties, opening and closing the store, and balancing drawers● Conducted a weekly analysis of our store's Department Flash Report to make strategic merchandising decisions, suggestions, and moves● Demonstrated excellent customer service while upholding our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, compassion, and accountability● Ensured store standards for merchandising and operations were consistently met while holding others accountable for achieving personal and store goals● Responsible for promoting, merchandising, and maximizing sales in the accessory department● Consistently ranked one of the top three employees in overall weekly sales, total weekly transactions, and sales per hour Show less

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  'I See You'

  Jun 2018 - Jun 2018

  Background Actor

  In the horror-thriller 'I See You,' strange occurrences plague a small town detective and his family as he investigates the disappearance of a young boy. 'I See You' features famous actor Helen Hunt, and is directed by Adam Randall. Featured Scene: ● Town people gather to form a search party to look for a local missing boy in the woods

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  'The Last Summer'

  Jun 2018 - Jun 2018

  Background Actor

  'The Last Summer' follows a group of high school friends whose lives intersect in Chicago during their summer before college. Coming to Netflix in 2019, the romantic comedy features stars K.J. Apa, Tyler Posey, Maia Mitchell, and Jacob Latimore, among many others.Featured Scenes:● Country Bar: Featured country dancer● Skateboard Competition

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  Francesca’s®

  Jul 2018 - Jan 2019

  Sales Lead

  ● Created a memorable, tailored guest experience by learning her name, asking questions to understand her needs, and adhering to our Promise of "surprising and delighting every guest, every time"● Drove sales by demonstrating item versatility, selecting complete head-to-toe outfits, and confirming her choices● Developed a strong, talented team through role playing, rewarding, redirecting, and modeling expected behaviors● Maintained a heads-up approach to engage, connect, and inspire all guests in the boutique ● Assisted with the on-boarding of team members by coaching, mentoring, and facilitating training exercises● Served as a key-holding, management team member by opening and closing the boutique, balancing drawers, completing assigned operational duties, and maintaining effective communication● Showcased seasonal trends by regularly updating clothing, accessory, beauty, and gift visuals ● Received first guest compliment of our district the last fiscal month of 2018● Recommended for promotion within the company due to strong leadership, communication, customer service, and operational skills Show less

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  ‘All The Bright Places’

  Oct 2018 - Nov 2018

  Background Actor

  ‘All the Bright Places’ traces the relationship between two completely different teenagers, Violet and Finch, that begins when each contemplate suicide.

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  ‘College’

  Oct 2018 - Oct 2018

  Background Actor

  Produced by Channing Tatum, ‘College’ digs behind the headlines that make college campuses ripe for drama and steps inside the shoes of six roommates as they hook up, mess up, and grow up on their own terms.

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  An American Pickle

  Nov 2018 - Nov 2018

  Background Actor

  Seth Rogen stars as Herschel Greenbaum, a young man who falls into a factory pickle barrel and emerges, one hundred years later, into hipster Brooklyn.

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  City of Twinsburg

  Mar 2019 - Oct 2019

  Receptionist

  ●Responded to incoming communications by answering a multi-line telephone, answering caller's questions, routing calls to appropriate staff, and placing outgoing calls● Drafted, revised, updated, and organized documents, correspondence, and various paperwork● Welcomed members and guests cordially, verified memberships, and updated member information as needed● Shared information with members and guests regarding recreational program, membership, and rental offerings● Responsible for following process to receive, receipt, and account for monies received from the public for various recreational program fees, rentals, and membership fees Show less

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  Kent State University

  Jul 2019 - Nov 2019

  Administrative Clerk

  ● Maintained expenditure records for Advancement Operations, Advancement Events, Advancement Stewardship, Advancement Communications, Annual Giving, and Institutional Campaign● Managed the front desk reception area by granting entrance to the building via intercom, warranting compliance with building policies, operating a multi-line telephone system, and responding to information requests● Maintained office supply inventory by placing weekly orders, distributing and stocking supplies, and fulfilling employee supply requests● Ensured compliance with Accounts Payable policies by reviewing Cognos, transaction history, cardholder activity, and purchasing activity reports, and completing Division purchase orders● Prepared daily agendas for the Senior Associate Vice President and Chief Operations Officer of Advancement Operations, along with weekly operational budget and expense reports● Supported the Director of Advancement Operations by assisting with department programs, projects, and events, monitoring purchase card activity, and identifying discrepancies Show less

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  Kent State University

  Jan 2020 - now

  ● Supported the Academic Scheduling Center by assessing and revising the class creation and class schedules of 60 academic departments and eight regional campuses● Created all University open learning courses, study abroad courses, and Final Exam Week schedules● Processed grade changes, academic dismissals, enrollment verifications, transcript requests, Section Time Meeting Location Workflows, and Section Title Change Workflows● Completed cross registration and cooperative education program requests, scheduled all University events in 590 academic spaces, assisted with Banner upgrade testing, and answered Registrar-related One Stop for Student Services phone calls ● Maintained physical and virtual student records, ensuring accuracy and adherence to FERPA and all federal and University regulations, policies, and procedures Show less ● Performed academic scheduling duties by fulfilling department room requests, resolving problems pertaining to location requirements and instructional needs, while adhering to classroom space guidelines● Arranged travel services, including airfare, transportation, and lodging, for all faculty, staff, and guests of the College ● Collected all course syllabi to ensure accuracy, saved all documents to the College’s shared drive, and created office hour calendars for each department● Composed correspondence to students, donors, College guests, and various organizations ensuring quality control through the production and mailing processes● Maintained inventory of office supplies and fulfilled material and order requests from our Fabrication Lab, Digital Output Lab, Library, faculty, staff, and student organizations● Monitored the College’s general department email, 28 student email listservs, and seven general program phone lines● Ran financial, labor distribution, class rooster, and other various Cognos Reports to assist with bookkeeping, key card orders, and room scheduling● Managed the calendars of eight Program Directors by scheduling in-person and virtual meetings, conferences, and events Show less ● Supported the College of Architecture and Environmental Design’s Dean, Assistant Dean, Business Manager, and Senior Director of Advancement by coordinating schedules, travel plans, projects, and research● Maintained expenditure records for 16 departmental indexes, reconciled purchasing transactions, and finalized check requests, independent contracts, and department purchases● Planned all department and College events including review weeks, semester lecture series, receptions, and award ceremonies● Supervised student employees, created and updated personnel records, screened phone calls, and managed the front desk reception area● Communicated with University Facilities Management to create and complete work orders on behalf of the Building Curator Show less

  • Academic Record Specialist

    Nov 2021 - now

  • Senior Secretary

    Apr 2021 - Nov 2021

  • Administrative Clerk

    Jan 2020 - Apr 2021
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  Forever Amber Acres

  Jan 2022 - Jul 2022

  Equine Specialist