Hi, I'm Darius, a passionate and skilled professional with experience in video editing, visual effects, sales, and customer service. I love creating engaging visual content using tools like Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere to help businesses grow their online presence and create a friendly shopping environment. My background also includes assisting in photography studios and organizing efficient workflows. I'm dedicated to providing excellent customer service and managing social media to keep customers engaged and updated. I enjoy working in dynamic environments where creativity and client satisfaction come first.

Darius J. Colón

Hi, I'm Darius, a passionate and skilled professional with experience in video editing, visual effects, sales, and customer service. I love creating engaging visual content using tools like Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere to help businesses grow their online presence and create a friendly shopping environment. My background also includes assisting in photography studios and organizing efficient workflows. I'm dedicated to providing excellent customer service and managing social media to keep customers engaged and updated. I enjoy working in dynamic environments where creativity and client satisfaction come first.

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Hi, I’m Darius, a passionate and skilled professional with experience in video editing, visual effects, sales, and customer service. I love creating engaging visual content using tools like Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere to help businesses grow their online presence and create a friendly shopping environment.

My background also includes assisting in photography studios and organizing efficient workflows. I’m dedicated to providing excellent customer service and managing social media to keep customers engaged and updated. I enjoy working in dynamic environments where creativity and client satisfaction come first.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Social Media Manager/Website Management/Floor Salesman at The Kikback
May 1, 2021 - August 31, 2023
Provided professional customer service to all customers in store and online. Managed social media pages and kept online store up to date. Created visual content from scratch using Adobe After Effects & Adobe Premiere for social media marketing. Organized backroom stock for efficient business operations. Assisted customers in finding merchandise including footwear online and in store. Managed inventory for online portal by updating item availability and creating SKUs. Consistently monitored social media content to update customers about merchandise. Maintained a positive and polite demeanor to ensure a pleasant shopping environment.
Assistant Photographer at Studio On Market
January 1, 2020 - March 31, 2020
Provided assistance to customers and the owner during photography sessions including photo file management and editing to streamline workflow. Maintained the studio's condition and organized photography equipment for easy use by renters. Built and set up lighting scenes for photography jobs. Assisted models and photo subjects by offering refreshments, posing suggestions, and maintaining a positive environment. Opened, operated, and closed the studio independently multiple days a week.
Social Media Manager/Website Management/Floor Salesman at The Kikback, Middletown, DE
August 31, 2023 - July 22, 2025
Provided professional customer service in-store and online, managed social media pages, and updated the online store. Created visual content for marketing future products using Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere. Organized backroom stock to improve business operations, assisted customers in finding merchandise, and managed inventory for online portal including SKU creation. Monitored social media content to keep customers informed and maintained a positive shopping environment.
Assistant Photographer at Studio On Market, Wilmington, DE
March 31, 2020 - July 22, 2025
Assisted customers and studio owner during photography sessions. Managed photo file editing and organization. Maintained studio equipment and assisted renters with setup and lighting scenes. Supported model/photo subjects during shoots to ensure smooth operations and a positive environment. Opened, operated, and closed studio independently multiple days a week.

Education

Bachelors Degree at Wilmington University
September 1, 2015 - May 31, 2020
Diploma at Appoquinimink, School of Performing & Design Arts
November 1, 2013 - May 31, 2015
Bachelors Degree at Wilmington University, New Castle, DE
September 1, 2015 - May 31, 2020
Diploma at Appoquinimink, Middletown, DE - School of Performing & Design Arts
November 1, 2013 - May 31, 2015

Qualifications

Wilmington University Academic Dean’s List Certificate of Honor
January 1, 2018 - June 30, 2018
Wilmington University Academic Dean’s List Certificate of Honor
January 1, 2019 - June 30, 2019
Appoquinimink High School Honor Roll Certificate for Outstanding Academic Achievement
April 1, 2015 - April 30, 2015
Wilmington University Academic Dean’s List Certificate of Honor
January 1, 2018 - June 30, 2018
Wilmington University Academic Dean’s List Certificate of Honor
January 1, 2019 - June 30, 2019
Appoquinimink High School Honor Roll Certificate for Outstanding Academic Achievement
April 1, 2015 - April 30, 2015

Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods