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Hello! I'm Zamar,

IT Consultant
Based In Chicago.

Yes, the city proper.

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About Me

I have a passion for solving problems, improving my skills, and working with people I can learn from.


IT Solutions Consultant. Computer Science graduate with a strong educational and professional background, including formal experience as an IT Systems and Software Development Intern.
In my spare time I love attending music festivals and concerts, cycling, strength training, astrophotography, DJing, playing guitar, and reading.

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Education and Work

2020-2022

Northeastern Illinois University

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Minor in Applied Mathematics

  • Grade: 3.64 GPA, Cum Laude
  • Societies: NEIU Computer Science Society, Google Student Developer Club

2018-2020

Oakton College

Associate in Science
Concentration in Math & Computer Science

2009-2013

Lane Tech College Prep

High School Degree
Go Lane Go!

September 2023 - Present

Self-Employed/Freelance

IT Solutions Consultant

  • Spearheading client-focused IT solutions including Linux server configuration and administration, system backups and restoration, and computer hardware installation and repair, driving enhanced system efficiency and reliability.
  • Chi Hack Night Climate Change Initiative: Assisting with the development of a data analysis platform dedicated to monitoring air quality. This project aims to provide actionable insights for climate change mitigation, leveraging advanced data analytics to track environmental health indicators.

    • June 2024 - Present

    Blueprint Broadcasting

    Sales Development Representative

  • Conducting extensive market research across various U.S. regions to identify potential business clients for radio airtime sales, focusing on both traditional and online platforms.
  • Executing 500+ cold calls weekly, effectively pitching and selling airtime packages to businesses, leading to consistent achievement of $5,000+/week in individual sales and $20,000+/day in team sales.

    • March 2023 - Aug 2023

    Chicago Apartment Place

    Administrative Assistant (Seasonal)

  • Managed and resolved technical and maintenance requests for over 60 properties, ensuring high tenant satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving.
  • Managed and directed a maintenance crew of 10+ to make repairs, paint, do carpentry, and other related jobs.
  • Developed advanced MS Excel models for data management, laying the groundwork for future integration with Power Apps, demonstrating proficiency in centralizing digital information..
  • Provided tech support and solutions for office technology and network.

    • January 2021 - March 2023

    Self-Employed/Freelance

    Private STEM Tutor

  • Provided tutoring in advanced Java and Python programming, integral calculus, differential equations, and theoretical computer science, leading to significant improvements in university students' academic performance.

    • June 2021 - December 2021

    OccuNomix

    IT Systems and Software Development Intern
    (Fully Remote)

  • Worked fully remote to help transition company ERP to Microsoft cloud services, demonstrating proficiency in complex technical environments and remote troubleshooting.. Reported directly to IT director and higher corporate leadership.
  • Leveraged Python and Microsoft PowerBI to develop data visualization tools to create dynamic data visualization tools for performance analysis.
  • Provided end-to-end digital tech support and training across multiple departments, enhancing team proficiency with tools like Microsoft Power Apps and Power BI, enhancing and facilitating digital literacy and teamwork.
  • Trained employees across multiple departments including sales, AP & AR, warehouse, and shipping & logistics to use Microsoft Dynamics. Audited and inspected ERP system for errors and inconsistencies during training to report and fix later.
  • Achievement: Authored 100+ page employee training manual for Microsoft Dynamics for use across several departments.
  • Achievement: Remotely set up and troubleshooted MS OneDrive on 60+ employee computers and backed up their important business files.

    • August 2018 - August 2021

    Big Jones

    Host/Server/Busser

  • Worked extremely busy weekend brunch and dinner shifts (300+ covers) taking reservations, coordinating with servers to seat parties, calculating wait times, answering phone, running food, bussing tables, assuming managerial duties, and assisting anywhere and everywhere else in the restaurant.
  • Achievement: Hosted all day during the most profitable day in 7 years with $12,000+ in sales.

    • July 2016 - June 2017

    Best Buy

    Sales Consultant

  • Worked in the Computing department specializing in selling laptops, desktops, computer components, computer accessories, and Apple products.
  • Achieved sales goals and helped store #302 become one of the best-selling Best Buys in the country.

    • January 2016 - July 2016

    Coast Sushi Bar

    Front of House

  • Took customer orders through phone, processed transactions, and made reservations.
  • Gained extensive knowledge of various seafood palate combinations and flavor profiles.

    • November 2015 - January 2016

    Zara

    Sales Associate

  • Worked as seasonal sales associate at flagship Zara store on the Magnificent Mile.

    • October 2014 - November 2015

    Kedzie Dental Clinic

    Operations Assistant

  • Managed social media and SEO for clinic.
  • Filled in for front desk, assisted with low-level clinical duties, and became certified to use dental X-ray machines.

    • Projects

    Here are some of my projects:

    Not quite self aware.

    Eliza Chatbot

    Python

    Not quite self-aware yet.

    addBinaryNumbers

    Java

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    OccuNomix MS Dynamics (Redacted) Employee Handbook

    Technical Writing

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    I'm eager to discuss how my skills can best serve your business.

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