Lucas Coston
Yorktown,IN
Summary
Adaptable and detail-oriented professional with a diverse background in inventory coordination, marketing, customer service, and team leadership. Proven expertise in maintaining accuracy in fast-paced environments while ensuring safety and fairness in recreational settings. Demonstrated ability to manage operations effectively, support cross-functional teams, and deliver exceptional service through strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Open to relocation and authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Media Content Creator
Self Employed Web
06.2025 - Current
- Managing two different Tiktok accounts, from directing to, filming to editing, making engaging content
- Chose cover photography or artwork, selected fonts, and arranged designs to attract target readership.
- Applied current editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
- Managed variety of technical equipment used in videos.
- Oversaw lighting, graphics, audio and camera movements in filming.
Inventory Coordinator
Meijer
11.2024 - Current
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Investigated and resolved variances in inventory counts on monthly basis.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Performed full inventory counts every 6 days.
Digital Content Creator
HotBox Pizza
02.2024 - Current
- Researched and evaluated potential new markets.
- Worked with marketing department to create targeted advertising strategies for key customer demographics.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Applied color theory and composition techniques to construct appealing designs.
Paintball Referee
White River Paintball
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Inspected sporting equipment for compliance with safety and event regulations.
- Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
- Navigated difficult situations using effective communication and explanation of game rules.
- Made impartial and fair decisions to maintain trust and respect of players, coaches and fans.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of customers.
Shift Manager
HotBox Pizza
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted with in-store operations by disassembling delivery boxes, cleaning floors, and dishwashing.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Trained new employees by demonstrating tasks and coaching during daily activities.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and purchased orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Shift Leader
JAA Cafe
04.2018 - 07.2022
- Handled cash and processed payments, sorting bills, and maintaining records of transactions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards for compliance with regulations.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
Courtesy Clerk
Meijer
07.2020 - 03.2021
- • Maintained cleanliness and organization of parking lot and store premises.
- Retrieved shopping carts from the parking lot.
- Assisted customers with loading and unloading purchases.
- Ensured a safe environment for customers and employees.
- Proactively monitored and addressed potential hazards to uphold safety standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-2026
High school diploma -
Yorktown High School
Yorktown, IN05.2022
Skills
- Digital Media Production (Video editing, DaVinci Resolve, Video shooting, Photo editing, Photography)
- Graphic & Visual Design (Photo editing, Adobe Lightroom)
- Digital Marketing & Strategy (Social media marketing/management, Content writing/creation, TikTok, Digital marketing)
- Technical Support & IT Operations (Technical support, Computer hardware, Software troubleshooting, Windows)
- Customer Relations & Support (Customer service, Sales, Communication skills)
- Team Leadership & Supervision (Supervising experience, Shift Management)
- 3D Modeling & CAD (Fusion 360, Schematics)
- Content Writing & Communication (Writing skills, Content writing, English, Communication skills)
- Social Media Content Strategy (Social media content, TikTok, Content creation, AI)
- Marketing Technology (Digital marketing, AI tools, Social media platforms)
- Operations Management (Shift Management, Events management, Supervising experience)
Affiliations
- Board Member of Coston Enterprises
- October 2024 to Present
- As a board member for Coston Enterprises, I'm part of the small group that makes the big calls for the whole company. We own three different businesses, Swift & Associates, Coston & Professional Associates, and a restaurant group, so my job is to look at the big picture. I sit down with the other owners, review how each business is performing, and help decide where we put our money and focus next. It's about making the tough choices on strategy, spending, and direction to make sure all three parts of the company are moving forward together.
Certification
- Driver's License
- NCCER
- May 2021 to May 2026
- Electrician knowledge for residential and commercial uses
Languages
English
Timeline
Social Media Content Creator
Self Employed Web
06.2025 - Current
Inventory Coordinator
Meijer
11.2024 - Current
Paintball Referee
White River Paintball
09.2024 - 10.2025
Digital Content Creator
HotBox Pizza
02.2024 - Current
Shift Manager
HotBox Pizza
08.2023 - 05.2024
Courtesy Clerk
Meijer
07.2020 - 03.2021
Shift Leader
JAA Cafe
04.2018 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Ball State University
High school diploma -
Yorktown High School