Amy Knips

Driven and goal-oriented artist and multi-hyphenate, offering skills spanning several fields, including administration, retail, web design, hospitality, childcare, and the performing arts. Adept communicator, organizer, and logical thinker with a creative eye and meticulous work ethic. Natural leader, multitasker, and reliable team player with a background in luxury guest relations, personal branding, and sales.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Entertainment Company Manager | Regent Seven Seas Cruises

2023

Managed and led a team of twelve, liaising with upper management, both onboard and shoreside, to communicate scheduling, time-sensitive updates, and cast concerns. Spearheaded the production of several cabarets, constructed end of voyage reports, and collaborated with colleagues to find solutions and progress as a department.

Production Cast | Regent Seven Seas Cruises

2021-2023

Delivered quality entertainment and guest relations to high end clientele onboard a luxury cruise ship. Used premium language to enrich the cruise experience, and demonstrated a pleasant, engaging, customer oriented attitude at all times. Hosted guest dinners and activities, organized entertainment spaces, and conducted terminal check-in, all while upholding the "six star service" company culture.

Sales Associate | J. Crew

2021 - NY, NY

Drove sales through personalized client assistance & thorough product knowledge, educated guests on promotions and policies, and maintained store cleanliness and organization. Conducted transactions, returns, exchanges, & orders, and worked both independently, and as part of a collaborative team.

Freelance Web Designer

2020-2021

Collaborated with clients to establish distinct, polished personal branding to convey artistry and professionalism. Developed modern, user-friendly websites committed to digitally capturing character and maximizing online presence for artists and businesses. Experienced in Squarespace and the utilization of basic code.

Administrative Assistant | Lawrenceville Home Improvement

2019-2020, Lawrenceville, NJ

Provided exceptional customer service and administrative support in a home improvement showroom. Greeted clients upon entry, and upheld a positive and approachable demeanor. Handled phone calls, scheduling, data entry, filing, marketing, large transactions, and general office maintenance.

Sales Associate | Vineyard Vines

2017-2018, Woodbury, NY

Drove sales and upheld company culture & values through thorough product knowledge and engaging customer service. Processed transactions & returns, familiarized customers with merchandise & promotions, and worked efficiently with patrons and coworkers in a high-traffic environment.

Assistant Teacher | Lil’ Buds Childcare & Preschool

2020-2021, Middletown, NY

Supervised, educated, and engaged with children (3 mos - 9 yrs), assisted with learning, art, meals, nap, virtual learning, & play, led music class twice weekly, communicated with parents regarding their child's progress, and maintained a clean and organized learning environment.

Rider University - 2020

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre

Minor in Arts Administration