Adrian Massi
La Quinta,CA
Summary
With a strong background in photography and graphics, I ran my own business and completed several marketing campaigns for both myself and my clients. As an entrepreneur, I collaborated closely with industry professionals and their clients to develop products and materials that meet everyone's needs. I am a creative professional specializing in visual storytelling, consistently delivering high-quality imagery with efficiency and speed. I have specialized skills in digital editing, lighting techniques, and composition. I excel in time management, adaptability, and communication, seamlessly combining these soft skills to meet and exceed project goals. Precise Accounts Receivable Manager offering strength in account reconciliation and invoice collections. Superb communicator addresses delinquent payments with tact and diplomacy.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificate
Work History
Accounts Receivable Administrator
Fed Reporter
La Quinta, CA
07.2011 - Current
- Investigated and resolved discrepancies on customer accounts in a timely manner.
- Researched and responded to requests for copies of invoices or other documentation related to Accounts Receivable activities.
- Created routine aging reports to track overdue accounts.
- Participated in strategic planning to improve overall financial health of the organization.
- Managed payment entries in alignment with company procedures.
- Managed invoice collections through effective communication with clients.
- Maintained accuracy while inputting information within platforms like QuickBooks and Sage 50.
- Ensured customer data integrity through routine updates of payment and contact records.
- Monitored cash flow of receivables to ensure timely collection of payments from customers.
- Optimized workflow for better on-time collection outcomes.
- Enhanced department cooperation to effectively handle and resolve billing issues.
- Kept customer account information accurate and updated in financial systems.
Photographer
ALM Photography Studio
La Quinta, CA
06.1998 - 07.2011
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Collaborated with clients to create engaging photo albums.
- Facilitated printing of images for client's portfolio.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
- Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
- Monitored trends in photography to stay current in industry.
Photography Teacher
Palm Springs High School
Palm Springs, CA
09.2009 - 06.2011
- Prompted student motivation, participation and listening skills through positive reinforcement and weekly recognition.
- Hung art in classroom and in school hallways to display students' work.
- Planned, prepared and delivered instructional activities related to various art mediums.
- Designed assessment tools to measure student progress throughout coursework.
- Managed student behavior in classroom with appropriate behavior strategies.
- Offered extracurricular tutoring to help struggling students understand and comprehend material.
- Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in art education.
- Instructed students on proper care and use of art tools and equipment.
- Organized field trips to local galleries and museums to introduce students to the history of photography and its contemporary forms.
- Developed and implemented curriculum for photography classes, including teaching students digital camera basics, image manipulation software, and photo editing techniques.
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
- Utilized multimedia presentations during lessons to engage diverse learning styles.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order in classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art - Photography
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA 09.1996 - 06.1998
Skills
- Creation of Marketing Collateral
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Project Coordination
- Strong Communication Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Image Retouching Expertise
- Professional Digital Photography
- Solution-Oriented Mindset
Affiliations
- I have lived in the Coachella Valley for 38 years and have a fondness for the area that only locals can understand. I enjoy hiking in our local mountains and have a love for animals.
- I enjoy live music and dabble in guitar.
- I worked in restaurants while going to university and love cooking.
Certification
- I have several Scuba Diving Certifications, including Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Deep Diver, Enriched Air (Nitrox), & Rescue Diver.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
"Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it."
John Hughes
Timeline
Accounts Receivable Administrator
Fed Reporter
07.2011 - Current
Photography Teacher
Palm Springs High School
09.2009 - 06.2011
Photographer
ALM Photography Studio
06.1998 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art - Photography
California State University, San Bernardino
09.1996 - 06.1998
References
References available upon request.