Tárika Brooks
Ellerton
Summary
Detail-oriented Research Assistant with hands-on experience performing clerical tasks to advance research goals. Drives team success with expertise in data review, reporting and specimen handling. Specializes in Business Development & Marketing.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
RDS Associate
Quality Assured Solutions Inc.
Belleville Corporate Center
11.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive successful project completion and meet company goals.
- Provided comprehensive support for senior researchers, enabling them to focus on high-level tasks and decision making.
- Presented research findings at internal meetings, contributing to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement efforts within the organization.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing waste and ensuring timely availability of necessary materials.
- Organized company-wide events to foster a positive work culture and enhance employee engagement.
- Supported managers in addressing employee relations issues, providing guidance on conflict resolution techniques.
- Enhanced brand visibility by developing and implementing targeted marketing campaigns.
- Developed visually engaging marketing materials to support product launches and promotions.
- Boosted brand awareness with target customer demographics with social, print, and email campaigns.
- Created engaging brochures and flyers to use for promotional materials and distribution.
- Increased lead generation by researching and identifying potential clients for business development opportunities.
- Collaborated on marketing initiatives to promote products and services, enhancing brand awareness.
- Managed CRM database to ensure accuracy and currency of customer information, optimizing lead nurturing efforts.
- Provided administrative support to the Business Development team, streamlining processes for increased efficiency.
Resin Art Worker
@crown.resin246 on Instagram
Ellerton, St. George
03.2022 - Current
- Helped artwork meet standards of quality and accuracy.
- Met aesthetic and technical criteria to complement design usability and enhance functionality with attractive layouts.
- Produced sketches and drafts to refine artwork before completion.
Graphic Designer
lunar.graphix246 On Instagram
Ellerton, St. George
08.2021 - Current
- Developed original designs for print media, magazines and newspapers.
- Researched trends and projected industry changes to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Utilized typography techniques to create compelling designs.
- Implemented feedback and suggestions from clients to improve designs.
Marketing/Admin Assistant
Shajiraws Travel
Barbados
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Created trip itineraries or packages based on customers' needs.
- Created engaging content for Tiktok, Facebook and Instagram.
- Worked closely with product development teams to create and maintain marketing materials for sales presentations and client meetings.
- Compiled product, market and customer data to generate informed sales and profit projections.
- Proofread marketing collateral ahead of printing to eliminate errors.
- Attracted new clients by creating and implementing innovative marketing strategies.
- Maximized advertising efforts by developing content for media relations, corporate communications and social media posts.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping and data entry for increased efficiency.
Office Clerk
BWU Co-operative Credit Union
Bridgetown Barbados
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in creating written, video and image content for marketing channels.
- Contributed to mock-ups, email campaigns, and social media content.
- Collaborated with team members to help expand marketing channels.
- Sat with marketing team members to learn new tasks and determine best tactics for solving challenges.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Maintained composure in stressful situations and continued to provide helpful and kind guest services for fantastic customer satisfaction.
- Provided MasterCard support.
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
Assistant Property Manager
Aquarius Apartments
The Garden, St. James Barbados
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Answered general marketing department inquiries by email, phone, and mail.
- Used online and offline marketing to generate leads, increase visibility and drive sales growth.
- Researched, monitored and analyzed market trends, customer insights and competitors to avail of resources and exercise strategic decisions.
- Performed research to collect and record industry data.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
- Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping and data entry for increased efficiency.
- Provided high level of customer service to each person by engaging customer and using active listening and effective interpersonal skills.
- Managed online booking inquiries and assisted guests and travel partners with questions throughout entire booking cycle.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality & Tourism Management
The University of The West Indies
Cavehill St. Michael10.2021
Certificate - Digital Marketing
The University of The West Indies
Cavehill, St. Michael07.2021
Associate of Science - Hospitality Studies
BCC Hospitality Institute
Marine Gardens, Christ Church08.2016
Skills
- Advanced MS Office Suite Knowledge
- Digital Marketing
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Market Analysis
- Online marketing strategies
- Planning and Coordinating
- Information Processing
- Document Scanning
- Workflow Optimization
- Experienced in Canva, Illustrator, & Photoshop
- Recordkeeping and File Management
- Content Development
- Market Research Analysis
- Illustration
- Logo creation
- Graphic Design
- Digital graphics
References
- Antonio Arthur
MIS Manager
BWUCCUL
Tel: (246) 243-2172
Email: antonio.arthur@gmail.cm
- Tia Clement
Customer Service Representative
First Citizen's Bank
Tel: (246) 828-1703
Email: tiarclement@gmail.com
Mr. Jaleel Maxius
Operations Supervisor
Quality Assured Solutions
Tel: (246) 247-3826
Email: jaleelmaxius@gmail.com
Ms. Shakera Daniel
Clerical Officer
Barbados Port Inc.
Tel: (246) 429-0233 (W) (246) 257-5389 (C)
Email: shakerajd@hotmail.com
Timeline
RDS Associate
Quality Assured Solutions Inc.
11.2023 - Current
Marketing/Admin Assistant
Shajiraws Travel
05.2023 - 07.2023
Office Clerk
BWU Co-operative Credit Union
07.2022 - 05.2023
Resin Art Worker
@crown.resin246 on Instagram
03.2022 - Current
Graphic Designer
lunar.graphix246 On Instagram
08.2021 - Current
Assistant Property Manager
Aquarius Apartments
01.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality & Tourism Management
The University of The West Indies
Certificate - Digital Marketing
The University of The West Indies
Associate of Science - Hospitality Studies
BCC Hospitality Institute