Deonteze McElrath
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Seeking a full-time job position in the area of work experience related to photography and digital photo preparation. Motivated individual with business acumen and willingness to take on challenging roles. Tech-savvy and quick learning with technical know-how, social media expertise and sales abilities to support and drive substantial growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainee Photographer/ Assistant Graduation Events
Balfour & Co Gradimage
04.2022 - Current
- During training and when necessary, worked as a team assistant helping graduates and photographers get quality photos during graduation events and ceremonies
- Provided support to existing staff on various tasks and duties.
- Planned and organized workshops, seminars, and other learning events for staff members.
eCommerce Sellers
Goodwill Industries International, Greater Cleveland
10.2021 - Current
- Photograph and list items for sale online
- Takes photographs covering all important facets of items for sale online
- Takes photographs covering all important facets of items for sale online
- Research items to ensure listings are as accurate and complete as needed
Sale Associate
The Home Depot
04.2021 - Current
- Who sells goods or services in the store, and is stationed behind a counter
- The loading of their vehicles and monitoring and maintaining the store entrance.
- use a variety of skills to help customers find what they need and maintain a clean and organized store
- receiving and checking products in a store and preparing them for sale.
Certified Test Center
Monroe Community College
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Monitor students in a quiet test environment
- Ashes to strict COVID cleaning protocols
- Assist Procter with administrative duties
Package Handler
Amazon Warehouse
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisted with loading, unloading, and sorting packages of varying sizes and weights, including, lifting and pushing
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
Culinary Ministry Associate
Christian Church
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Assisted with cleaning duties and kitchen staff
- Provided compassionate pastoral care during times of crisis or grief, offering comfort through prayer and spiritual guidance.
Store Clerk Assistant
VA Hospital of Cleveland - L.E.A.P Job Program
06.2007 - 08.2007
- Assisted with cleaning and stocking store shelves
- Helped customers locate items for purchase
- Dietary Storage Room Assistant
Education
Associate of Applied Business - Visual Communication (Photography)
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OHAssociate of Applied Science - Visual Communication (Photography)
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY12.2021
Skills
- A talented Photographer experienced in working with digital photography, 35mm cameras, development, and darkroom
- Strong knowledge and ability to use a variety of cameras and equipment, including large format, medium format, and 35mm, copy stand, electronic strobe, continuous lighting, and diffusers
- Clean, care for, and store photographic equipment and lenses by accepted practices and policies
- In-depth ability to perform basic repairs on photographic equipment and perform basic computer repair and maintenance of Apple Macintosh computer image capture system
- To produce digital images, complete photographic assignments using digital cameras, Apple Macintosh computers, operating systems, and database computer applications
- Team Collaboration
Activities Clubs
- Ebony Club, NTID
- Tiger Media, NTID
- President, ASL Club, Cuyahoga Community College in Parma, OH
- Student Government Association, Monroe Community College
Awards
- Sales Associate of the April 2023 (The Home Depot 3852)
- Sales Associate of the January 2024 (The Home Depot 3852)
Languages
English
American Sign Language
Timeline
Trainee Photographer/ Assistant Graduation Events
Balfour & Co Gradimage
04.2022 - Current
eCommerce Sellers
Goodwill Industries International, Greater Cleveland
10.2021 - Current
Sale Associate
The Home Depot
04.2021 - Current
Certified Test Center
Monroe Community College
09.2019 - 12.2021
Package Handler
Amazon Warehouse
07.2019 - 02.2020
Culinary Ministry Associate
Christian Church
05.2018 - 07.2018
Store Clerk Assistant
VA Hospital of Cleveland - L.E.A.P Job Program
06.2007 - 08.2007
Associate of Applied Business - Visual Communication (Photography)
Cuyahoga Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communication (Photography)
Monroe Community College