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Catalina Fox

Colorado Springs,US

Summary

A pragmatic worker is well-known for being a hands-on dynamo with boundless energy to fulfill various tasks. Detailed team player with a history of excelling in fast-paced environments with little oversight and challenging goals. Offers top technical abilities and relationship-building skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills, eager to secure the position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented, organized, and meticulous employee.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Photographer/Graphic Designer

Self Employment
05.2023 - Current
  • Expert in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign
  • Collaborated with other designers to create visually appealing graphics for range of print and digital media
  • Directed creative design for 25+ print materials and zines
  • Coordinated and booked over 10 locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients, contacts and my local community
  • Developed cost-effective solutions to meet client's photography and design needs
  • Monitored trends in art and graphic design industry to stay current
  • Created logos, illustrations, and typography for various organizations.
  • Utilized typography techniques to create compelling designs.
  • Implemented feedback and suggestions from clients to improve designs.
  • Edited, captioned, uploaded, and promoted photographs and designs for publication and social media 1–3 times a week
  • Completed final touches for projects before rollout.

E-Commerce Jewelry Associate

Goodwill Of Colorado
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Photographed over 60 quality, high-end donated items, ensuring quality photos that include sets or groupings, object design, identifiably marked items, blemishes, wear and tear, and other product detail. Completed daily room opening and closing procedures as per company guidelines.
  • Ensures that production goals are met through product identification, inventory control, product transfer, and tracking of incoming and outgoing merchandise.
  • Performs quality control duties appropriate to achieve and maximize the highest volume of production in order to meet and/or exceed jewelry sales goals.
  • List 60 or more products on our e-commerce auction system, identifying and authenticating items as necessary to ensure accurate descriptions and professional listings by checking spelling and using good grammar.
  • Cross-train in other e-commerce areas and act as a backup in other areas as required.

Studio Assistant

Adams State University - Art Department
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Assisted 4+ clients in submitting artwork applications for gallery spots.
  • Preeminently anticipated design complications and developed effective solutions in an organized way.
  • Developed and maintained filing systems to facilitate easy access to information.
  • Scanned 30+ original artwork and delivered physical and digital copies to clients
  • Handled 25 lights, 5 backgrounds, and 10+ props for operation and maintenance for various photo shoots.
  • Collaborated with design teams in promotional materials development to market studio activity.
  • Coordinated daily studio operations, including scheduling, staff management, and customer service.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on studio equipment, implementing necessary repairs and upgrades, resulting in a 20% decrease in equipment downtime and increased overall productivity.
  • Interfaced with the art director, designer, production manager, and print producer.
  • Oversaw testing of equipment and components to check for defects.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

Office Assistant

All Breed Rescue & Training
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Professionally served customers by phone, email and onsite to answer questions and provide guidance
  • Kept physical files and digitized records organized for simple updating and retrieval by authorized team members
  • Welcomed over 20 office visitors warmly and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments
  • Kept front office clean and organized to keep areas presentable for guests and maximize professional appeal
  • Efficiently fulfilled various roles and business needs if team members were unable to attend work
  • Utilized office management software to record and update customer information
  • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
  • Directed phone inquiries, answered customer questions, and scheduled appointments.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in person to provide information.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Coordinated and scheduled 5 to 10 administrative meetings and appointments.
  • Oversaw fast-paced front desk operations and guests' needs at busy facility.

Education

BFA - Photography

Adams State College
Alamosa, CO
05.2023

Skills

  • Microsoft Office,
  • Digital Marketing,
  • Graphic Design,
  • Inventory Supplies
  • Project and Time Management,
  • Organizational Skills
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Calendar Management
  • Documentation and Filing
  • Visual Storytelling

Timeline

E-Commerce Jewelry Associate

Goodwill Of Colorado
08.2023 - 12.2023

Photographer/Graphic Designer

Self Employment
05.2023 - Current

Studio Assistant

Adams State University - Art Department
08.2021 - 05.2023

Office Assistant

All Breed Rescue & Training
01.2011 - 01.2014

BFA - Photography

Adams State College
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