Overview
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Cally Carson

Preston,MD

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursery Worker

Ball Greenhouses
07.2022 - Current
  • Plant, fertilize, water and prune plants to maintain optimal health.
  • Move, load and unload inventory.
  • Educate and assist customers with purchase.
  • Build relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Answer phone: general questions, store hours, current inventory and take orders.
  • Operate cash register: sales, refunds, exchanges and gift certificates.
  • Restock and organize merchandise.
  • Maintain overall cleanliness and organization of store front.
  • Assist in directing/managing seasonal workers.

Photographer

Self-Employed
01.2014 - 01.2022
  • Produced and edited high-quality images.
  • Ability to manage finances, deadlines, tight daily schedule and keep open communication with clients.
  • Established and maintained business through social media, website and marketing.
  • Scheduled and booked clients via phone call, e-mail and direct message.
  • Sent out reminder messages for upcoming payment and session date.
  • Created contracts to ensure both the client(s) and photographer were protected should an issue arise.
  • Scheduled in person and/or virtual client meetings to help answer any questions prior to event and contract signing.
  • Offered clients suggestions for time, location, outfit choices and props.
  • Built relationships to make clients feel comfortable, resulting in high return rates and client referrals.
  • Followed strict event time lines working alongside others within the industry, i.e: wedding planner, venue owner, additional photographers and videographers, DJ, caterer, etc.
  • Exude creativity, optimism and problem solving skills

Kennel Technician

Kevertin Pet Resort
03.2007 - 10.2011
  • Daily feedings, interactions, walks and enrichment for animals.
  • Cleaned and maintained kennel facilities for optimized hygiene, including interior rooms, cages, runs and outdoor play yards.
  • Responsible for implementing efficient schedules and checklists.
  • Administered medications and checked that vaccinations and preventatives were up to date.
  • Recorded animals' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs.
  • Provided customer service to pet owners..
  • Supported seamless check-in and check-out process for pets, minimizing stress for animals and their owners.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Colonel Richardson High School
Federalsburg, MD
06-2008

Timeline

Nursery Worker

Ball Greenhouses
07.2022 - Current

Photographer

Self-Employed
01.2014 - 01.2022

Kennel Technician

Kevertin Pet Resort
03.2007 - 10.2011

High School Diploma -

Colonel Richardson High School
Cally Carson