Benjamin Zaidman

Driven communicator with 4+ years of experience in office settings, sales, and customer service. Committed to advancing community engagement and municipal efficiency, with a focus on fostering local community development and supporting others in achieving their goals.

Neighborhood Excellence, Communication, and Community Outreach Department, City of Cuyahoga Falls - Intern JAN 2025 - PRESENT

Conducted audits of the city website to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and user-friendliness while crafting updated press releases. Collaborated with local businesses and organizations and the Downtown Partnership Board to foster community relationships and support initiatives. Designed compelling presentations for city administrators - including the 2024 State of the City Address. Developed engaging social media content to boost public engagement. 

The Social Dept. - Retail Associate  SEP 2021 - PRESENT

Focus on customer needs and how to support them. Screen-printing, heat-setting, stocking product and inventory management. 

Tom James Company -  Intern MAY 2024 - AUG 2024

40+ hour work weeks prospecting clients, leads, and booking appointments through phone calling, emailing, and social media. Sold $10,000+ worth of merchandise in eight weeks to clients I prospected and built a rapport with.

Community Development Block Grant Department, City of Cuyahoga Falls - Intern MAY 2020 - AUG 2020

Scanned, filed, and organized important documents, forms, and receipts that were delivered to appropriate personnel on a daily basis. Attended department meetings and assisted CDBG Administrator in helping recipients of grants and loans.

Bachelor of Communication Studies - Kent State University

 Focus on interpersonal communication, organizational communication, conflict resolution, working in groups a teams, and presentations in front of audiences. 

Minor in Marketing - Kent State University

 Focus on professional selling, consumer behavior, and social media