Dawn Tyler
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Creative and innovative individual with background in customer service and creative fields. I strive to use my creativity to solve problems and find solutions. I'm highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Documentation Photography Intern
Urban Arts Space
Columbus
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Photographed artworks and community events to enhance documentation and promote community engagement, providing alt text for accessibility.
- Edited images for urban arts space digital archive and web use, ensuring high-quality visuals for online presentations.
- Organized photo files by exhibition, event, and artist records to streamline access and enhance archival efficiency.
- Contributed creative problem-solving and content creation while learning new skills.
- Assisted with event setup and management at community gatherings.
- Maintained gallery safety and cleanliness to support an approachable environment for visitors.
Darkroom/Studio Student Aide
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed photographic chemistry and enlarger setup in darkroom, troubleshooting technical errors to improve student learning outcomes.
- Assisted clients in photography studio with lighting setup and resolved technical issues to achieve optimal results.
- Supported Columbia College Chicago staff with daily office tasks and provided student support to ensure smooth operations.
- Responded to student inquiries regarding academic resources. and directed visitors to campus resources.
Kung Fu Tea Employee
Vincent Liu
Cincinnati
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Executed day-to-day duties with precision to ensure operational flow.
- Organized and prioritized tasks to meet service goals effectively.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and resolve product and service issues.
Education
The Ohio State University
Columbus09-2026
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago05-2023
Diploma -
Sycamore high school
Cincinnati06-2021
Skills
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Fast Learner
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Leadership Skills
- Creative Problem Solving
- Digital photography
Hobbies
Skateboarding, Photography, Glassblowing
Extra-curricular activities
- Marching Band, Cincinnati
- 4-year member of Sycamore high school marching band where I found value in another form of art while also learning how to be a leader and how to see a bigger picture than myself while working in a large team.
- Wrestling, Cincinnati
- Wrestled on varsity for Sycamore high school wrestling team where I grew as an individual, learning how to overcome internal barriers. Through wrestling, I also learned the values of discipline to later practice internally. Through this discipline, I was able to be ranked within the state of Ohio.
- Overture award Visual-Arts Finalist, Cincinnati
- Through the guidance of my photography teacher, Peiter Griga, I entered the Overture Awards competition as a visual artist as I was pushing my boundaries as an artist. Through my pursued project, I was in the final four artists to be selected for the top award.
Timeline
Documentation Photography Intern
Urban Arts Space
01.2024 - 08.2025
Darkroom/Studio Student Aide
Columbia College Chicago
11.2021 - 01.2023
Kung Fu Tea Employee
Vincent Liu
03.2020 - 08.2021
The Ohio State University
Columbia College Chicago
Diploma -
Sycamore high school