Joelle Cipriotti
Bealeton,VA
Summary
Talented Assistant with excellent interpersonal skills and more than 11 years of experience in Conformation Dog showing. Highly effective and knowledgeable in animal care, grooming, and training.. Reputable Artist recognized for consistently developing innovative techniques to encourage creativity and visual product improvement. Renowned artist experienced in oil medium and versatile in thematic experimentation. Disciplined and productive creative with diverse and varied portfolio showcasing personal evolution in artistic journey. Whimsical Artist with superb artistic skills and vast knowledge of film photography. Proficient in creating detailed masterpieces for clients using multiple types of media. Polished in public speaking, business management and networking. Dependable Assistant skillful in handling animals up to 200 or more pounds. Demonstrated history of building strong client relationships and bonds with pets. Maintains order when caring for multiple animals with diverse temperaments. Well-versed in training, handling, and grooming. Conscientious about providing top-notch care to protect and serve every animal in dog show settings. Background includes providing full array of animal husbandry services while providing necessary exercise and nurturing environments. Devoted to promoting animal welfare.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant
ASC Handling
Greenwood, DE
01.2020 - Current
- Description includes caring for, grooming, and training of dogs for
- Provide assist for ASC Handling at conformation dog shows.
- Incorporated positive reinforcement methods to correct behavior problems and train for competitions.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Assessed animals and consulted with owners about suitability for desired use based on temperament, age and other factors.
- Managed up to 25 dogs of varying breeds and sizes, providing attentive care.
- Interpreted body language to keep dogs engaged in fun activities and de-escalated potential cases of aggression.
- Talked to or interacted with animals to increase familiarity with human voices or contact.
Assistant
Top of the Bay Pet Lodge, Conformation Dog Shows
, Maryland
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Learning to Groom, Train, Handle Dogs from Professional Handler Greg
- Delivered continuous focus and attention to lodged animals, promoting high level of care and oversight.
- Trimmed nails using clippers and grinders.
- Cleaned tear stains from fur using safe chemical cleansers.
- Dematted dogs and trimmed hair in ears and between paw pads.
- Removed undercoat buildup and conducted de-shedding on double-coated animals such as Huskys and Malamutes.
- Bathed dogs and cats to remove fleas, ticks and other skin parasites.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites and hair mats.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries or potential diseases.
- Restocked supplies and rotated items to maintain efficient operations and prevent expiration of perishable goods.
- Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears and providing other types of basic care.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
Kennel manager/ Assistant
Riverview Handling
Charleston, WV
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Learning to Groom, Train, Handle Dogs from Professional Handler Leslie Racine
- Working as an assistant at Conformation Dog Shows, Live in assistant from June through August 2017 and 2018.
- Trimmed nails using clippers and grinders.
- Cleaned tear stains from fur using safe chemical cleansers.
- Dematted dogs and trimmed hair in ears and between paw pads.
- Removed undercoat buildup and conducted de-shedding on double-coated animals such as Husky's and Malamutes.
- Bathed dogs and cats to remove fleas, ticks and other skin parasites.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites and hair mats.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries or potential diseases
- Restocked supplies and rotated items to maintain efficient operations and prevent expiration of perishable goods
- Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears and providing other types of basic care.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence. - Oversaw care, grooming and medication of pets during temporary kennel stays.
Intern
Rindi Gaudet
Charleston, SC
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites and hair mats.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
Education
Associate of Business Administration - Business Management
08.2019 - Current
- Received LHS Principals Scholarhip
- Continuing education in Fall 2022 at an art school
- Relevant Coursework Completed: Drawing 101
- Completing professional development in Business Management in spring 2022
High School Diploma -
05.2019 - 06.2019
- Elected to Historian for National Art Society in 2018-2019
- Member of National Art Society
- Member of LHS JV Lacrosse Team 2017
- Member of GSA 2016-2019
- Received LFCC Principals Scholarship
Skills
Business administration
Dog behavior insight
Safe nail trimming
Multitasking Abilities
Teambuilding
Excellent Communication
Dependable and Responsible
Canine health issues
Fur cutting techniques
Positive reinforcement
Dog training
Organization and Time Management
Canine grooming
First Aid/CPR
Decision Making
Active Listening
Retouching and color correction
Adobe Photoshop
Creative artistic vision
Superb attention to detail
Black and white dark rooms
Film and Digital Photography
Strong compositional skills
Texture painting
Sculpture
Oil painting
Accounting Familiarity
Timeline
Assistant - ASC Handling
01.2020 - Current
Lord Fairfax Community College - Associate of Business Administration, Business Management
08.2019 - Current
Liberty High School - High School Diploma,
05.2019 - 06.2019
Assistant - Top of the Bay Pet Lodge, Conformation Dog Shows
01.2019 - 12.2019
Kennel manager/
Assistant - Riverview Handling
06.2017 - 08.2018
Intern - Rindi Gaudet
06.2014 - 08.2014