Ryan Cline
Photographer/Videographer
Ballston Spa,NY
Summary
A dynamic leader and quick learner, I spearheaded operational initiatives at Cline360Photography, achieving substantial business growth. My expertise in staff management and relationship development, coupled with a knack for problem resolution, has consistently enhanced team productivity and customer satisfaction. Skilled in communications and sales, my career is marked by a commitment to excellence and innovation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CEO/Photographer
Cline360Photography
Ballston Spa, NY
03.2020 - Current
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Filmed live events and promotional videos, capturing memorable moments for a wide array of clientele.
- Delivered polished videos on time by efficiently managing post-production tasks such as color grading, sound mixing, and visual effects creation.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather, and lighting conditions and available equipment.
Sales Associate Specialist
Verizon Wireless
Queensbury, New York
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Provided accurate information about promotions, customer programs and products, helping drive high customer retention.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders and gift card activations.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections and purchases.
- Informed customers of current store promotions to encourage additional sales purchases.
- Helped up to 10 customers a day
Stewart's Partner
Stewart's Shops
Saratoga Springs, NY
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Observed all corporate rules and regulations, including safety procedures.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Restocked and organized merchandise throughout entire store
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Maintained cash drawer of $1,000 or more per shift.
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
Rural Carrier Associate
USPS
Saratoga Springs, NY
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Directly interacted with customers to deliver mail, packages and ordered goods.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors following each shift.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Used portable devices to maintain system records by scanning items delivered to homes and businesses.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
Manager
Pizza Works
Ballston Spa, NY
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
- Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels.
- Led and directed team members on effective methods, operations and procedures.
- Prepared for and executed new menu implementations.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Oversaw front of house personnel to maintain adequate staffing.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Recognized and formally acknowledged outstanding staff performance to boost company morale and productivity.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
Construction Worker
Northway Eleven Communities
Ballston Lake, New York
07.2015 - 09.2018
- Safely operated mowers, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters and pruning saws to clear construction sites, roadbeds and access roads.
- Gathered and disposed of work site debris to remove safety hazards and boost team productivity.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks, including, sweeping, pulling weeds, painting and power washing.
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
Education
Associate of Arts - TV/Radio Production
SUNY Adirondack
Queensbury, NY 09.2017 - 05.2019
Skills
Staff Management
Accomplishments
- Achieved success in creating a photography and videography company by completing photoshoots for clients with accuracy and efficiency.
Timeline
Sales Associate Specialist
Verizon Wireless
08.2021 - 10.2021
Stewart's Partner
Stewart's Shops
05.2021 - 08.2021
Rural Carrier Associate
USPS
10.2020 - 11.2020
CEO/Photographer
Cline360Photography
03.2020 - Current
Manager
Pizza Works
07.2019 - 03.2020
Associate of Arts - TV/Radio Production
SUNY Adirondack
09.2017 - 05.2019
Construction Worker
Northway Eleven Communities
07.2015 - 09.2018
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