All things outdoors, travel, skiing, fishing, hiking, trail running, business, history, film, photography, and editing Avid GoPro user
Andrew J. Belli
National Sales Manager: Big Sky Resort Corporate And Social Sales | Photographer
Big Sky,Montana
Summary
Professional photographer with strong expertise in capturing and editing high-quality images. Known for creativity, technical skills in various photography equipment, and post-processing software. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams, manage athletes and models, adapt to changing project needs, and consistently deliver impactful visual content. Reliable and focused on achieving results in fast-paced environments.
Performance-oriented Sales Leader offering exceptional record of achievement over a four year long career with Big Sky Resort. Talented in identifying and capitalizing on emerging market and revenue opportunities within the ever growing ski industry. Highly organized individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills with years of experience handling a variety of different clientele.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Photographer
Freelance
01.2021 - Current
- Captured, edited, and toned work based on the creative direction and demands of organizations.
- Produced high-quality deliverables in a timely manner, based on contractual obligations.
- Delivered assets under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Support local business creative needs across a wide range of activations (skiing, snowmobiling, fishing, golf, lifestyle, restaurant, fundraiser, wildlife).
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
- Continuously improved technical skills by staying updated on industry trends and new equipment.
- Proficient in Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Premiere, Microsoft Excel, and Salesforce.
Athlete & Creative Ambassador
Stio, Backountry, Tecnica, Blizzard, Sungod, Parlor, Zag Skis
01.2019 - Current
- Worked with various outdoor brands to provide unique mountain photography and film creative in order to grow and promote businesses.
- Routinely provided high-quality assets for brands to share on social channels and websites.
- Showcased new products and apparel in thoughtfully curated storytelling initiatives.
- Adapted quickly to changes in social and industry trends.
- Deep experience in both capturing and modeling in film and photography settings, in the outdoor and lifestyle space.
- Exceptionally well-rounded understanding of the production expectations and processes as they relate to film and photography shoots in the outdoor space.
National Sales Manager: Corporate & Social Sales
Big Sky Resort
10.2021 - Current
- Built deep relationships with industry experts, travel agents, corporate meeting planners, and social groups, by employing industry expertise and knowledge, marketing strategies and sales tactics.
- Investigated and integrated new strategies to expand business operations and grow the customer base.
- Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
- Increased sales volume and expanded product line to new consumers, corporate retreat groups, national social groups, ski councils, and more.
- Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
Property Management
The Yellowstone Club
04.2017 - Current
- Manage a vast portfolio of YC owners stretching from Hedge Fund millionaires to Lawyers, CEO's, Tech giants and much more.
- Oversee every aspect of maintaining a $10- $20 million estate.
- Required a wide range of communication skills stretching from contractor, Concierge, Outdoor Pursuits, Designers, Sales, and owner interactions.
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen and other support services as needed.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify any required repairs.
- Communicated regularly with key on-and off-site tenant contacts to achieve satisfaction with facility and services.
- Maintained operational facilities attractive to potential tenants by organizing regular maintenance, major repairs and capital improvement projects.
- Prepared specifications, solicited bids and approved subcontracts for building services.
- Organized and participated in meetings to give residents opportunity to ask questions and provide forum for issues to be addressed.
Sales and Marketing Intern
The Yellowstone Club
11.2016 - 04.2017
- Responsible for supporting and assisting in all aspects of the sales and marketing team. (i.e update changing market files, entertaining prospective clients, organizing the opening and closing of properties for sales tours, etc.
- Supported sales team with administrative assistance such as coordinating paperwork and responding to basic inquiries.
- Helped organize sales events and meetings, including preparing materials and setting up spaces.
- Sat in on sales team trainings to learn successful selling tactics and persuasion techniques.
- Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
- Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
Laborer
PRG Group At The Yellowstone Club
10.2016 - 11.2016
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Updated logs and reported on job progress.
- Managed loading and unloading of routine shipments, maintaining organized and secure materials to minimize damage.
Global Asset Management Investment Research Intern
Royal Bank Of Canada
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Assigned with analyzing annual/quarterly financial reports of potential companies as well as companies already within the RBC GAM portfolio
- Consolidated financial data and materials for key leadership meetings.
- Created and maintained precise and accurate models, charts and reports.
Retail Associate
Atlantic And Cloudveil Store
02.2011 - 08.2012
- Retail services of Atlantis and Cloudveil ski and sail outerwear
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Logged reports, expenses, receipts and sales documents into digital database.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
Sales
Annual Giving And Laurentian Engagement
01.2013 - 02.2014
- Student Fundraising Assistant- connected with alumni, parents, and friends of the University and solicited funds for the St. Lawrence Fund
General Laborer
Rockett Management Realty
06.2010 - 08.2012
- Responsible for all aspects of waterfront management as dockmaster of the Pickering Warf Marina.
- Developed strong relationship with clients and worked closely with management company to ensure excellent service
- Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Business And Economics
St. Lawrence University
Canton, NY 05.2012 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
St. John’s Preparatory School
Danvers, MA 01.2008 - 01.2012
Skills
Organized
Motivated
Creative Eye
Well Rounded
Leadership
Interests
Community Service
- St. Lawrence University: Campus Kitchens Program
- St. Lawrence University: Spring Concert Stage Construction Volunteer
- St. Lawrence University: Polar Plunge to raise money for orphans in Gulu, Uganda
- Dominican Republic Mission Trip, weeklong service trip working at an orphanage for severely handicapped children
- Shauna’s Walk- volunteer for an event hosting St. Lawrence County children
- Marblehead Village School Renovation, Volunteer and fundraiser
- My Brother’s Table, Lynn, MA
- Salem Boys and Girls Club Volunteer, Peer leader and Educator
- Church volunteer, vacation bible school, 3 years
Extra Curricular Activities
- Southwest Montana Mountain Bike Association Volunteer - Trail Building
- St. Lawrence University Club Lacrosse
- St. Lawrence University Squash Club
- Philanthropy Board- Beta Theta Pi at St. Lawrence University: Collaborate on fraternity and campus wide community service events and fundraisers
- Vice Chair of Public Relations Committee- Beta Theta Pi at St. Lawrence University
- Campus Kitchens: Cook and provide food service to the local members of the Unitarian Universalist Church
St. Johns Prep (High School):
- Prep Leadership Institute (12): Mentored by SJP faculty on leadership skills in the classroom and the community
- Incoming St. Johns Prep freshmen Information Representative (9, 10)
Timeline
National Sales Manager: Corporate & Social Sales
Big Sky Resort
10.2021 - Current
Photographer
Freelance
01.2021 - Current
Athlete & Creative Ambassador
Stio, Backountry, Tecnica, Blizzard, Sungod, Parlor, Zag Skis
01.2019 - Current
Property Management
The Yellowstone Club
04.2017 - Current
Sales and Marketing Intern
The Yellowstone Club
11.2016 - 04.2017
Laborer
PRG Group At The Yellowstone Club
10.2016 - 11.2016
Global Asset Management Investment Research Intern
Royal Bank Of Canada
06.2015 - 08.2015
Sales
Annual Giving And Laurentian Engagement
01.2013 - 02.2014
Bachelors Degree - Business And Economics
St. Lawrence University
05.2012 - 01.2016
Retail Associate
Atlantic And Cloudveil Store
02.2011 - 08.2012
General Laborer
Rockett Management Realty
06.2010 - 08.2012
High School Diploma -
St. John’s Preparatory School
01.2008 - 01.2012
Similar Profiles
Jalen DoveJalen Dove
Digital Media Strategist at FreelanceDigital Media Strategist at Freelance
Cindy HurniCindy Hurni
Couturière at FreelanceCouturière at Freelance
Amelia GilbertAmelia Gilbert
Babysitter at FreelanceBabysitter at Freelance
HAITHAM ALTOUKHYHAITHAM ALTOUKHY
Senior Video Editor at FreelanceSenior Video Editor at Freelance
Amelia JensenAmelia Jensen
Busser at Montana JacksBusser at Montana Jacks