Jordan Ligon
Entrepreneur
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Accomplished Entrepreneur with exceptional initiative and deep understanding of what it takes to build a successful business from the beginning. Offering 3 years of progressive business experience and a history of going above and beyond to turn dreams into reality. Talented business leader offering skill in strategic business planning and team development.
Versatile motion graphics artist, video editor, cinematographer, and FCPX specialist. focused on applying and improving skill-set in any way can to create visually-pleasing, captivating media for a variety of customers. Passion for all forms of media drives to always use creativity to its fullest extent. While like being in control of work, also collaborate well with others, and happy as long as producing content that can be proud.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Owner/Operator
Northern Aerial Services
Knoxville, TN
05.2020 - Current
- Sourced initial funding to get business up and running while planning initial structure and making strategic first hires.
- Determined business plan, mission statement and vision.
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Served as principal stakeholder over organization's complete operations.
- Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Edited videos and rearranged shots to match creative or production requirements.
- Storyboarded films and recorded over 500 hours of footage for 100 projects.
Lead Project Manager
IKV Technologies
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with business planning department to monitor and adjust company-wide technology utilization, modifying infrastructure to meet business goals.
- Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop, coordinate and execute technical strategies aligned to client's vision, mission and purpose.
- Assessed billing automation, accounting and real-time reporting and analytics capabilities and delivered updates for security purposes.
- Interviewed, hired, trained, and mentored staff by coaching daily, leading performance reviews and offering constructive feedback.
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Maintained strict budgetary control on multiple projects ranging from $100 to $1,000,000 and working with project teams to track costs and control expenditures without sacrificing quality.
- Organized internal audits and led efforts to determine and remedy deficiencies.
IT Technician
IKV Technologies
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Executed technology implementation projects, minimizing downtimes and business disruptions.
- Tested and installed motherboards, processors and graphics cards on desktops and laptops for corporate staff.
- Responded to support requests from end users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Completed new connects, reconnects, disconnects and service changes for residential and commercial customers.
- Connected components to exterior cable systems and tested connections for adequate power and functional links.
- Installed data and telephone cable lines between outside underground or pole lines and residential and commercial buildings.
- Terminated and installed end devices such as card readers, motion detectors and cameras.
- Programmed security, access control and CCTV systems.
- Responded to maintenance calls and troubleshot devices.
Sales Agent
DialAmerica
03.2016 - 08.2019
- Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Met frequently with technical, product management and service personnel to stay current on company offerings and business policies.
- Attended advanced training sessions and conferences to increase product knowledge and productivity.
- Organized sales paperwork, presented proposals and finalized contracts.
Clerk
Publix Super Markets
07.2015 - 03.2016
- Stayed current on available products, store promotions and customer service policies to better serve shoppers.
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items and immediately replenished merchandise.
- Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
- Maintained current knowledge of shelf planograms and end cap plans to merchandise products.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
- Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
- Used pallet jacks and hand trucks to move merchandise to sales floor for stocking.
Education
No Degree - Accounting And Finance
08.2015 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
08.2011 - 05.2015
- Received Robert L. Raikes Award
- Elected Captain of Football & Wrestling teams
- Elected to VP for Bulldog First Bank in 2014/2015
Skills
Critical Thinking
Decision Making
Invoicing and collections
Financial Management
Financial statements expertise
Data processing
Microsoft applications proficiency
Motion and Premier Pro mastery
Sound editing proficiency
Syncing and narration
Color correction knowledge
Creative collaboration
Certification
14 CFR Part 107 SUAS, FAA - May 2020 to May 2023
Timeline
14 CFR Part 107 SUAS, FAA - May 2020 to May 2023
05-2020
Owner/Operator - Northern Aerial Services
05.2020 - Current
Lead Project Manager - IKV Technologies
08.2019 - 05.2020
IT Technician - IKV Technologies
07.2018 - 08.2019
CompTIA+
08-2016
CompTIA Security+
08-2016
Sales Agent - DialAmerica
03.2016 - 08.2019
Maryville College - No Degree, Accounting And Finance
08.2015 - 05.2019
Clerk - Publix Super Markets
07.2015 - 03.2016
Smyrna High School - High School Diploma,
08.2011 - 05.2015