Sydney Countie

3320 Powelton Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19104
(603)845-7682
smc429@drexel.edu
Education
Drexel University Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Communications Anticipated Graduation-2018
Concentration in Global Journalism Cumulative GPA: 3.28
Relevant Experience
The Lancer Spirit Newspaper Londonderry, NH
Editor-in-Chief, Opinions Editor, Reporter September 2010 - June 2013
Overlooked all stories and design published each month
Exercised leadership during class times and meetings
Designed and wrote monthly hard-hitting two page spreads
Experience
Sabrina's Cafe at Powelton Philadelphia, PA
Hostess/Cashier February 2014 to Present
Accommodate guest seating needs and preferences
Execute guest orders and serve Spencer's Burgers
Provide guests with a welcoming experience and friendly attitude
Applebee's Londonderry, NH
Hostess Summer, Winter 2013-Present
Greet and welcome guests with a positive attitude
Coordinate a table rotation for up to twelve servers
Strengthen the customers experience by offering quick seating
Guide and motivate fellow hosts to work effectively
Communicate guest needs to servers
HomeGoods Londonderry, NH
Sales Associate September 2011-June 2013
Promoted the benefits of opening a rewards card to customers
Trained new associates on cashiering and store recovery
Integrated new products into displays in an aesthetically pleasing way
Addressed customer needs and questions with a friendly attitude
Restored products and displays to look neat and enticing
Skills
Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Volunteer Work
Prepped and served food and drink to the homeless and at-risk population of Manchester, NH at 1269 Cafe
(February-June 2013)