Owen Bessette Reiter
Chicago
Summary
Optimistic and adaptable professional with a versatile background in event sales and customer service. Known for strong teamwork and flexibility, consistently delivering high-quality support to enhance customer experiences and drive sales growth. Highly creative, fun-loving (but serious when need be), looking to be a strong part of your team!
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Sales Associate
N&D Sports
Hamden, CT
08.2015 - Current
- Set up and tore down event trade show, helping coordinate all vendors' table placement and quantity
- Received, separated and set up inventory to sell in a week-long event (Pyrotechnics Guild International) slated to occur the first week of every August (this is typically the only time I'm unavailable)
- Coordinated and distributed smaller booths across location to further increase traffic in sales
Print Shop Associate
JUS Studios
Chicago, IL
04.2024 - 02.2026
- Assisted in maintaining inventory and restocking supplies for smooth workflow, seeking out more efficient and cost effective materials
- All steps of screen preparation and cleaning
- Assisted in operating both automatic and manual screen printing presses, producing garments and prints alike
- Mixed various inks and additives to achieve client's visions
Print Shop Assistant
Rebel Ink, Formerly Track Club Co
Minneapolis, MN
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Received and reboxed inventory in preparation for printing, confirming proper stock and sizing in addition to calling out spoilage
- Coated, cleaned, exposed and power washed aluminum screens in anticipation of new designs
- Weeded vinyl and heat pressed transfers onto garments, individually folding and bagging
Sales Associate
Carbone's Pizzeria
Edina, MN
11.2017 - 03.2020
- Personably assisted customers in deciding what to order and built rapport with repeat customers.
- Maintained a clean and orderly front area while greeting and accommodating guests
- Set up to-go and delivery orders at their respective stations, communicating with drivers to prioritize timely deliveries
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Printmedia / Designed Objects
School of The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL04-2024
Skills
- -Accommodating and personable in any position
- -Highly flexible schedule
- -Strong work ethic and creative problem solving skills
- -An optimistic team player
- -Down to go the extra mile for friends, family, colleagues and coworkers!
- -Open to new and sometimes intimidating opportunities
- -Active listener
Timeline
Print Shop Associate
JUS Studios
04.2024 - 02.2026
Print Shop Assistant
Rebel Ink, Formerly Track Club Co
07.2023 - 08.2023
Sales Associate
Carbone's Pizzeria
11.2017 - 03.2020
Event Sales Associate
N&D Sports
08.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Printmedia / Designed Objects
School of The Art Institute of Chicago
Clothing Brand Owner / Avid Printmaker
Since my graduation from SAIC I have done my best to consistently extend my body of work in the realm of printmedia, across a slew of mediums. From traditional screenprinting on loose leaf paper to traditional garments like tees and totes, I've been building my brand 1111case on the side while I find my footing out in the world. I have a deep love and appreciation for the medium as a whole and would love to share it on a larger scale, whether that be through my own brand or assisting in the creation of printed works for others. I hope to harmonize my own passion for print with the ever-growing need for printed goods by local businesses and artists alike. If you're seeking advice in any of these realms I'd be more than happy to do what I can to help!