Charles Zapata
San Francisco,CA
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level AV Technician / Office Services position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. Creative Photographer offering expertise in photography sales and marketing, customer service and project management. Talented at various photography styles, identifying client needs and providing innovative suggestions. Practiced in on-location shoots, studio set-ups and equipment maintenance. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Photographer
Charles Zapata Productions
08.2010 - Current
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities with potential customers.
- Archived photographs on computers and servers.
- Performed advanced computer processing of images for assignments.
- Maintained productive professional relationships with models and modeling agencies.
- Handled cameras operating at several thousand frames per second.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Inspected proofs to verify quality and determine needed adjustments and retouches.
Audio Visual Technician
Williams Lea Tag
10.2017 - 12.2022
- Monitored and repaired audio, video, control systems and video conferencing equipment.
- Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
- Provided troubleshooting techniques in integrating professional audio/video systems.
- Performed tasks by using proper tools, materials, methods and safe practices in accordance with best industry practices.
- Performed service and system maintenance as directed.
- Interfaced with customers to explain operation and instill confidence in installed systems.
Shopper
Whole Foods Amazon
04.2020 - 11.2021
- Tracked substitutions and informed customers of changes.
- Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick up.
- Demonstrated speed and accuracy in order item selection.
- Selected best-quality perishable items such as meat and produce.
- Memorized store layouts and planograms to fulfill orders using shortest, most efficient route.
- Verified each item matched order sheet's description.
- Reviews orders prior to pick up for accuracy and purchase-by dates.
- Consulted with customers on food selections and custom order requests.
- Placed each selected item in appropriate bin prior to order completion.
Activity Assistant
Burlingame Long Term Care
07.2015 - 10.2017
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety.
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
- Trained staff members on conducting events and following safety procedures.
- Managed scheduled events for [Location] to maximize activities and attendance.
- Designed enjoyable and innovative customized training programs based upon fitness goals.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Shift Manager
Mc Donalds
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
- Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
- Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff.
- Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
- Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
- Consistently exhibited calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating smoothly and set positive example for shift team.
- Tracked receipts, employee hours and inventory movements.
- Assisted management team in developing and creating welcoming atmosphere for crew members to voice complaints.
Cook
KFC Taco Bell
09.2010 - 04.2013
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Inspected appliances, commercial fryers, and ovens to verify proper working order.
- Managed kitchen staff, supervised preparation of foods ,and explained steps for readying specialty items.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Daly City, CA06.2010
Skills
- Project Deadlines
- Image Editing
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Image Archiving
- Digital Printing
- Photography Shoots
- Color Correction
- Digital Photography
- Google Drive
- Time Management
- Photo Processing
- Camera Setup
- Professional Relationships
- Exposure Techniques
- Contract Preparation
- Adobe Photoshop
- Microsoft Access
- Learning Strategies
- Adobe Systems Adobe Creative Cloud
- Creative Collaboration
- Digital File Management
- Microsoft Word
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Shopper
Whole Foods Amazon
04.2020 - 11.2021
Audio Visual Technician
Williams Lea Tag
10.2017 - 12.2022
Activity Assistant
Burlingame Long Term Care
07.2015 - 10.2017
Shift Manager
Mc Donalds
06.2015 - 06.2017
Cook
KFC Taco Bell
09.2010 - 04.2013
Freelance Photographer
Charles Zapata Productions
08.2010 - Current
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
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