Danielle Pflanz
Davenport,FL
Summary
Creative Photographer exhibiting true love for craft, art, and the photography process. Seasoned professional at using camera lenses, controls and composition to capture stunning results. Having a comprehensive understanding of camera settings, lighting techniques and digital editing tools. Strong management skills and committed to meeting clients' expectations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Art and Photography Educator
Independent Contractor
05.2014 - Current
- Utilized innovative teaching strategies to effectively engage students in learning.
- Assessed student performance and provided feedback to facilitate student success.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills of individual students.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
Fine Artist and Photographer
Freelance
04.2006 - Current
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Handled all client communications to build professional and long-lasting business relationships and bring in continuous work.
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests, and abilities with potential customers.
- Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections, and textile presentations.
- Assisted clients with budget considerations and recommended furniture, wall hangings, and 3D items.
Volunteer Event Coordinator/Art Director
Unforgettable Art -Alzheimer's Association
04.2014 - 04.2016
- Contributed to the creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Exercised and demonstrated use and mastery of elements of design to meet goals.
- Contributed to fundraising and sponsorship procurement.
- Assisted with acquiring, orchestrating, and supervising vendors.
- Involved with media and press relations.
- Art direction of set-up and staging of event and auction.
- Artist advocate before and during the event.
Distribution Center Manager
Illinois Brick Company
12.1998 - 05.2001
- Management and oversight of all daily operations in the facility and all personnel, including sales associates, drivers, and loaders/forklift operators.
- Immediately addressed logistical issues and applied remediation techniques.
- Implemented safety guidelines for the warehouse and trained employees on applicable policies.
- Managed incoming and outgoing products.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
Sales Representative
Schaumburg Dodge
03.1996 - 01.1999
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive understanding of products, services, and competitors to enhance sales presentations.
- Developed successful sales strategies to maximize customer satisfaction and profit.
- Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts.
EMT
Vandenberg Ambulance Outfit
05.1993 - 06.1996
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
Nurses Aide
Holy Cross Hospital
06.1992 - 05.1993
- Delivered high-quality care to ortho patients in hospital facility.
Education
Rock Valley College
Rockford, ILNurse Assistant Certification
Dreyfus Medical Services
Rockford,IL07.2003
EMT Liscense
Chicago
1994
Skills
- Creative Design
- Image Archiving
- Lighting Expertise
- Image Manipulation
- Professional Relationships
- Excellent Team Player
- Critical Thinking
- Social Perceptiveness
- Active Listening
- Time Management
- Detail Oriented
Timeline
Art and Photography Educator
Independent Contractor
05.2014 - Current
Volunteer Event Coordinator/Art Director
Unforgettable Art -Alzheimer's Association
04.2014 - 04.2016
Fine Artist and Photographer
Freelance
04.2006 - Current
Distribution Center Manager
Illinois Brick Company
12.1998 - 05.2001
Sales Representative
Schaumburg Dodge
03.1996 - 01.1999
EMT
Vandenberg Ambulance Outfit
05.1993 - 06.1996
Nurses Aide
Holy Cross Hospital
06.1992 - 05.1993
Rock Valley College
Nurse Assistant Certification
Dreyfus Medical Services
EMT Liscense
Chicago