Danielle Dugan
Bastrop,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace while maintaining quality service. Outgoing and enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. Was an officer on my drill team and an active volunteer at my local animal shelter throughout high school.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Occasion Photographer
DSD Photography
Austin, TX
12.2017 - Current
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Archived photographs on computers and servers.
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities with potential customers.
- extensive experience in setting up and photographing various forms of events and shoots with efficiency while maintaing more than satisfactory customer relations.
Disney Party Princess
Disney Princess Parties Club
Austin, TX
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Gave fans positive experiences and good memories by staying in character throughout events and photo sessions.
- Focused on keeping customers engaged, happy and comfortable during parties and events.
- Developed funny and positive answers to fan questions with special emphasis on entertaining children.
- Kept optimal physical conditioning to handle long periods of standing and wearing heavy, hot costume pieces.
- Delighted audience members by using diverse cheers, dance routines and personal contact sessions after events.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Demolition Assistant
TDC
Austin, TX
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Loaded and removed debris from sites to keep areas clean and avoid safety concerns.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Operated unique equipment such as pneumatic hammers.
- Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
- lightly operated heavy equipment ie skid steer, mini excavator, 245 series excavator.
Personal Beauty Advisor
Ulta Beauty Inc.
Bastrop, TX
10.2019 - 02.2021
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Helped customers feel relaxed and comfortable through conversation and personal relatability.
- Arranged merchandise to present visually appealing displays and attract clientele.
- Met sales goals, supporting organizational health through consistent and reliable service.
- Recommended specific hair and beauty products to meet individual customer needs.
- Promoted additional products and services to increase sales numbers and revenue with diverse selection.
- Helped clients achieve desired looks for daily wear and special events by designing makeup strategies for each scenario.
- Approached each problem with fresh mind and analytical strategies to quickly resolve concerns.
- Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.
Event Caterer
Emily's Catering
Austin, TX
04.2013 - 10.2014
- Met face-to-face with clients of diverse backgrounds to discuss specific needs and considerations, designing unique garnishes, table settings and plate displays to suit each group's theme.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Event Monitoring & Initiative.
- Venue Selection & Setup while maintaining a friendly attitude and demeanor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Acc
Austin, TXSkills
- Service-Oriented
- Photo Shoots
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Service
- Decision Making
- Client Scheduling
- Workflow Management
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Image Editing
- Sales and Marketing
- Task Prioritization
Timeline
Disney Party Princess
Disney Princess Parties Club
02.2021 - 10.2022
Demolition Assistant
TDC
08.2020 - 08.2022
Personal Beauty Advisor
Ulta Beauty Inc.
10.2019 - 02.2021
Special Occasion Photographer
DSD Photography
12.2017 - Current
Event Caterer
Emily's Catering
04.2013 - 10.2014
High School Diploma -
Acc