Carolina Lopez-Ruiz
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Accomplished Program Coordinator offering experience implementing new and innovative programs aimed at meeting the needs of the consumer. Highly skilled at building lasting relationships with customers and business executives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Coordinator
Grandville Avenue Arts & Humanities
01.2012 - Current
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of program deliverables, maintaining project schedules and meeting objectives.
- Established strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding program reach and impact.
- Created comprehensive reports on program progress, presenting findings and adjusting strategies as needed.
- Created and delivered program training and education to keep participants knowledgeable about program and provide necessary skills to participate productively.
- Provided exceptional customer service to program participants through prompt response times and attentive assistance with inquiries or concerns.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
- Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within the program framework.
- Kept program-related data accurate, up-to-date and easily accessible for accessibility.
- Created comprehensive reports on program progress, presenting findings to stakeholders and adjusting strategies as needed.
- Monitored programming trends to keep content relevant and up-to-date.
Freelance Photographer
Self-employeed
01.2009 - Current
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire project lifecycle, fostering long-term client relationships.
- Negotiated contracts with clients to secure profitable projects while meeting their specific needs and budget constraints.
- Assisted clients in selecting the best images from photoshoots for optimal print quality and visual impact in marketing materials or personal use.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality photographs for various events and projects.
- Collaborated with clients to create engaging photo albums.
- Built a diverse portfolio by working with clients across multiple industries, showcasing versatility and adaptability.
- Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests, and abilities with potential customers.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Conducted pre-production meetings with clients to set expectations and create a shared vision for the final product, ensuring successful outcomes.
- Implemented effective backup strategies for digital files, ensuring data protection and easy access when needed.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MISkills
- Program Leadership
- Program Optimization
- Training Coordination
- Decision-Making
- Issue Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
Affiliations
- To College Through College - Board of Directors 2017 - Present
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Grandville Avenue Arts & Humanities
01.2012 - Current
Freelance Photographer
Self-employeed
01.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Michigan State University
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