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Brad VanDusen

Seneca Falls,NY

Summary

Experienced worker with a diverse background that possesses numerous skills and talents. Eager to transfer my breadth of knowledge of school, wedding and corporate photography, dental manufacturing and warehouse operations into a new and exciting career.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Photographer

Brad VanDusen Photography
Seneca Falls, NY
01.2014 - Current
  • Conducted photoshoots including weddings, sporting events, school events, corporate headshots, product photography, portraits, and special events.
  • Coordinated with printing services to produce high-quality prints, banners, keepsakes, and photo books for clients.
  • Detailed editing, retouching, and data organization using specialized software including Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
  • Bulk printing of photos and packages for expedited distribution.
  • Developed creative concepts and themes for photo shoots in collaboration with clients
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of photography trends, techniques, and practices.
  • Collaborated with graphic designers and marketing teams to produce visual content for campaigns.

Lab Technician

BonaDent Dental Laboratories
Seneca Falls, NY
01.2003 - 01.2016
  • Reviewed prescriptions from dentists to determine type of restoration required.
  • Set up and operated equipment such as lathes, grinders, polishers and drill presses to shape the dental prostheses.
  • Designed wax patterns for casting metal frameworks for removable partials or complete dentures according to prescription instructions.
  • Melted metals or mixed plasters, acrylic and porcelain to pour into molds, creating dental apparatuses and prosthetics.
  • Used precision techniques to adhere to strict specifications.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Created implants using waxes, ceramics and metals.
  • Supervised or instructed new technicians on laboratory protocols.

Warehouse Worker

The Advantage Group
Romulus, NY
03.2000 - 03.2001
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks, transport of heavy packages and items using forklifts.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Education

GED -

Mynderse Academy
Seneca Falls
06-1999

Skills

  • Mastery of Dental Manufacturing/Production including Crowns and Bridges, Wax-Up Techniques, Casting, Upholding Rigorous Quality standards, Metal Finishing/Polishing
  • Expert School/Sports Photography Data Management, Schedule Coordination, Billing
  • Proficient in Lightroom, Photoshop and production of banners, signage and graphic materials
  • Self motivated and organized
  • Efficient Execution of Warehouse Operations including Shipping and Receiving, Forklift, Safety Adherence and Project Management

Timeline

Owner/Photographer

Brad VanDusen Photography
01.2014 - Current

Lab Technician

BonaDent Dental Laboratories
01.2003 - 01.2016

Warehouse Worker

The Advantage Group
03.2000 - 03.2001

GED -

Mynderse Academy
Brad VanDusen