I am Mikael Arellano, a digital marketing student and creative content creator with hands-on experience building engaging social media content and delivering strong customer service in fast-paced retail settings. I am driven by curiosity and a collaborative mindset, always looking for ways to combine data-driven insights with storytelling to connect with audiences. My background spans social media production, photography, and design, with a solid academic record in digital marketing and communications. I thrive in roles that blend creativity with organization—whether crafting short-form videos, editing visuals, or helping people find exactly what they need in a store—and I am eager to bring energy, reliability, and fresh ideas to new projects.

Mikael Arellano

I am Mikael Arellano, a digital marketing student and creative content creator with hands-on experience building engaging social media content and delivering strong customer service in fast-paced retail settings. I am driven by curiosity and a collaborative mindset, always looking for ways to combine data-driven insights with storytelling to connect with audiences. My background spans social media production, photography, and design, with a solid academic record in digital marketing and communications. I thrive in roles that blend creativity with organization—whether crafting short-form videos, editing visuals, or helping people find exactly what they need in a store—and I am eager to bring energy, reliability, and fresh ideas to new projects.

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I am Mikael Arellano, a digital marketing student and creative content creator with hands-on experience building engaging social media content and delivering strong customer service in fast-paced retail settings. I am driven by curiosity and a collaborative mindset, always looking for ways to combine data-driven insights with storytelling to connect with audiences.

My background spans social media production, photography, and design, with a solid academic record in digital marketing and communications. I thrive in roles that blend creativity with organization—whether crafting short-form videos, editing visuals, or helping people find exactly what they need in a store—and I am eager to bring energy, reliability, and fresh ideas to new projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Retail Salesperson at Ross Dress for Less
June 1, 2024 - Present
Assisted customers with fitting room services, organized clothing items, and managed item counts. Maintained sales floor organization by restocking returned merchandise and ensuring product presentation standards. Provided excellent customer service by helping shoppers locate products and answering questions about store inventory. Demonstrated strong knowledge of store layout to improve shopping experience. Supported daily retail operations in a fast-paced environment, handling 60–200 customers daily depending on traffic.
Content Creator at TikTok & Instagram
January 1, 2022 - Present
Created engaging digital content for social media platforms including Instagram and TikTok. Produced short-form videos reaching 100k+ views, increased audience engagement with content averaging 10k+ views, and collaborated with peers/brands to promote products and events. Edited photos and videos using creative tools, analyzed performance metrics to inform future strategies, and maintained consistent posting.
Retail Salesperson at Target
June 1, 2021 - May 1, 2024
Accommodated guests who needed assistance to their fitting rooms, ensured fitting rooms met company standards, and sorted returned clothes by brand and department for re-shop.
Daycare Assistant at Homefront
June 1, 2019 - May 1, 2021
Assisted in the care of toddlers and preschoolers in the daycare facility.
Daycare Assistant at Homefront
June 1, 2018 - August 31, 2018
Assisted in the care of toddlers and preschoolers in the daycare facility.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Digital Marketing at Louisiana State University
March 1, 2023 - December 1, 2026
Associate Degree in Communication at Mercer Community College
September 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022
Senior High at Hopewell Valley Central High School
September 1, 2017 - May 18, 2026
Middle School at Saint Ann's School
June 1, 2016 - May 18, 2026

Qualifications

National Honor Society Certificate
January 1, 2019 - May 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other