Alfred Choi
I take coffee and drink photos! Wait… that isn’t right…
I may need more coffee …☕
Hello!
Welcome to my website and well me!
I am a multi-faceted leader and creative professional skilled in Customer Service, Graphic Design, Photography, and Advertising.
While many consider being a “Jack of all trades” to be something negative. I disagree. In an ever-connected world, one must be interdisciplinary and be able to understand multiple aspects and connections of any given subject.
I am seeking new opportunities to apply both practical and theoretical expertise gained through my experience to grow customer engagement and satisfaction while establishing new markets
“a jack of all trades is a master of none, but often times better than a master of one.”
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Fluent in Cantonese
Business Analysis and Sales
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (inc. Photoshop, Illustrator, Audition)
Standard First Aid & CPR-C
Able to type at 65 WPM +
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Major: Bachelor of Arts – Communications | Simon Fraser University
Minor in Interactive Arts & Technology
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Starbucks Partner of the Quarter 2016,2017
Starbucks Coffee Master
Chief Scout Award
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Attention to detail
Strong Work Ethic
Creative
Adaptable
Team Player
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PRODUCT ADVISOR: Jim Pattison Volvo Cars North Vancouver | September 2023 - Current
Consistently produced at or above sales target, coming in the top half of all product advisors since starting.
Extensive product knowledge of Volvo vehicles, and features, as well as competitor product knowledge.
Proven ability to communicate and build relationships with clients.
Creating marketing material for the dealership and myself.
MARKETING SPECIALIST : Takemoto Arts & Crafts | April 2023 - September 2023
Managed social media accounts for company. Including Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Interacted with potential customers on these channels.
Created content by doing product photography, filming short videos and collaborating with local influencers.
Assisted with other store and company tasks such as running booths at art fairs & markets.
MANAGER : KITS Eyewear and Coffee, Vancouver, BC | August 2022 - December 2022
Ran and maintained daily cafe operations including staffing, scheduling, and inventory. Training of new baristas and optical store associates.
Created important cadences and core processes for the company. (Including; interview and training manuals, store policy and routines)
Creation of in-store marketing and signage
ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER : Starbucks Canada, Vancouver, BC | May 2019 – April 2021
Function within a leadership capacity, helping the development and growth of Partners as well as business analysis, inventory, scheduling, and operations
Oversaw hiring and training of multiple baristas and shift supervisors
Maintained a 6%+ year over year growth in every month of 2020
Was a Shift Supervisor for 4 years prior. Maintained a high level of service across multiple locations. Youngest shift supervisor to be promoted in the district
CONCIERGE AGENT: Rove Concepts, Vancouver, BC | April 2021 – June 2022
Assisted customers via inbound and outbound calls, live chat software and emails in a professional and courteous manner.
Conducted sales and design consultations for both individual and trade clients. Regularly conducted sales of over $10,000
Maintained consistent quality and speed while helping customers, coming in the top 5 of all agents in resolved ticket time, chats, and customer satisfaction since joining the company
FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHER & GRAPHIC DESIGNER :
Conducted photoshoots in variety of events and scenarios. From event photography to studio. Utilization of Adobe Programs
Management of my own social media profiles
Designed graphics for websites and print media
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENATIVE : Scotiabank, Burnaby, BC | December 2018 – September 2019
Conducted day-to-day banking transactions including business deposits and bank drafts, while providing front line customer service.
Trained other CSRs/tellers in day-to-day operations
BADMINTON INSTRUCTOR : Trout Lake Community Center, Vancouver, BC | May 2018 – September 2019
Coached children of different skill sets, ages 7-12 in badminton in the MoreSport program for badminton
Created training programs to introduce children into the sport
Maintained full enrollment in each different seasonal session
DISCOVERY FARM ASSISTANT : PNE, Vancouver, BC | August 2014 – August 2018
Educated children about BC’s different agricultural sectors
Provided customer service and information to patrons of the PNE
Ensured the safety of patrons and employees within the barn
CASHIER/CLERK : Produce Co. , Vancouver, BC | February 2015 – September 2015
Conducted transactions at POS for customers
Maintained stock and general store cleanliness
Delivery readiness, organization of freezer
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HEAD BADMINTON COACH : Kitsilano Secondary, Vancouver, BC
Overseeing the training and development of the Badminton team
Devise training tailored to address the strength and weaknesses of each player
Coached Junior team to a 3rd place finish in Vancouver city finals
SCOUT LEADER : 28th Burnaby Sea Scout Group, Burnaby, BC
Collaborated with other leaders and members in establishing programs for the different groups (Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Venture, Rovers)
Ran various activities including camping, sailing trips etc.
Canadian Pleasure Craft License