Jose Manuel Rios Barrera

I am a dedicated and versatile professional with experience in administrative support, customer service, retail management, inventory control, technical sales, and operations. Through my work at Midland College, N-Tune Music & Sound, Entertainment Mart, and the Fort Worth Zoo, I have developed strong skills in record keeping, confidential information management, security monitoring, inventory oversight, customer relations, problem-solving, and team collaboration. I have a proven ability to adapt to fast-paced environments, manage multiple responsibilities, and provide exceptional service while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and organizational excellence.

Front Desk Clerk - Midland College - Midland, TX

(2024-12)

As a Front Desk Clerk, I serve as the first point of contact for students, staff, and visitors, ensuring a welcoming and efficient environment.

• Monitor security cameras, checking guests in and out, and providing courteous assistance to students and other individuals with questions or service needs
• Handle various administrative tasks such as data entry, filing and organizing documents, and maintaining accurate records
• Support the upkeep of the facility by coordinating with maintenance teams and ensuring that amenities remain in good working order

Sales Associate / Inventory Support - N-tune Music & Sound - Midland, TX

(2024-01 - 2024-12)

Assisted with instrument sales, inventory management, and local pickups and deliveries. Supported customers with product knowledge, financing options, and school-related purchases.

• Handle in-store repairs, data entry, pricing updates, and maintained store organization and cleanliness

Sales Floor Manager - Entertainmart - Midland, TX

(2019-10 - 2024-01)

Oversaw daily store operations by organizing schedules, delegating tasks, and managing team workflows.

• Streamlined project management through the use of task tracking tools to ensure timely completion of store initiatives
• Handle financial responsibilities including counting and distributing register cash, logging transactions, and tracking earnings using Excel
• Managed store opening and closing procedures with attention to security and accuracy
• Led floor projects such as sales displays, visual merchandising, and in-store advertising to enhance customer engagement and drive sales

Graphical Designer / Marketing Support - Lone Star Signs - Midland, TX

(2018-01 - 2019-06)

Managed multiple design projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining quality standards.

• Utilized advanced software skills to retouch, manipulate, and prepare images aligned with project goals
• Photographed new products, edited and clipped images, and maintained a well-organized digital asset library
• Designed print advertisements, email marketing campaigns, and packaging materials to support promotional efforts
• Contributed to company branding through consistent and strategic design execution across all media
• Collaborated with clients to ensure clarity on layout, visual output, and quality expectations

Associates of Computer Science - Computer Science - Midland college (2024-01)

Highschool Diploma - South hills high School (2014-01 - 2017-06)