Eli Grimslid
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Passionate content creator looking to apply my knowledge in a professional setting. Insightful professional with many years of experience creating, publishing, and managing original and compelling content. High-energy professional with charisma and exceptional people skills in large and small groups. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
House of Wisconsin
La Crosse, Wisconsin
02.2025 - Current
- Managed daily operations and workflow of business activities.
- Developed marketing strategies to attract new customers and increase visibility.
- Trained and mentored staff to improve service quality and teamwork.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
Freelance Photographer
DI Sports Agency
Hybrid
12.2024 - Current
- Captured high-quality images of athletes during events for promotional use.
- Collaborated with marketing team to develop visual content for social media campaigns.
- Edited and retouched photos to ensure consistent branding across all platforms.
- Developed creative concepts for photo projects, enhancing the agency's visual storytelling approach.
- Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
Executive Director
Prep Sports Central
Hybrid
11.2024 - Current
- Led strategic planning initiatives to align organizational goals with mission.
- Developed and implemented policies to enhance operational efficiency across departments.
- Directed program evaluation efforts to assess effectiveness and identify improvements.
- Mentored senior staff, fostering leadership skills and professional development opportunities.
- Facilitated board meetings, ensuring effective communication of organizational priorities.
- Championed diversity initiatives to promote an inclusive workplace culture throughout the organization.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational growth and development.
- Strengthened company business by leading implementation of new projects and procedures.
- Coordinated special events such as conferences or workshops designed to raise awareness about the organization's mission.
- Oversaw day-to-day administrative tasks related to personnel files or payroll processing.
- Hired, trained and mentored sales and marketing staff dedicated to employing Google AdWords, Google Analytics, and other SEO techniques and metrics sources.
Freelance Content Producer
Eli Grimslid Productions
Hybrid
04.2022 - Current
- Created engaging multimedia content for various digital platforms.
- Managed social media accounts and scheduled posts effectively.
- Captured high-quality images for diverse projects including events and portraits.
- Edited photos using software to enhance visual appeal and meet client specifications.
- Managed photography equipment ensuring optimal performance and readiness for shoots.
- Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Set up lights, backdrops, and props for shoots and events.
- Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
- Set up camera control equipment, stands, and tripods for shoots.
- Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
- Utilized filters, edits, and after-effects to enhance photos.
- Scouted locations and curated props for photography shoots.
- Saved and archived images and maintained master image library for future use.
- Create portfolios for clients to showcase work.
Administrative Assistant
Baby Beluga Nursery
La Crosse, Wisconsin
08.2020 - 08.2025
- Maintained organized physical and digital filing systems for easy retrieval.
- Supported office operations by ordering supplies and maintaining inventory levels.
- Developed presentation materials using software tools for team meetings.
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
Sports Writer
TDT Media
Hybrid
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Researched and analyzed current sports trends for articles and features.
- Conducted interviews with athletes, coaches, and sports officials for insights.
- Wrote engaging content for online platforms and print publications.
- Edited submissions for clarity, accuracy, and adherence to publication standards.
- Collaborated with editors to develop story ideas and editorial calendars.
- Attended live sporting events to gather firsthand accounts and observations.
- Drove stronger approaches to sports coverage, memorable enterprise and agile service journalism.
Sales Associate
BootBarn
Onalaska, Wisconsin
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
- Maintained store layout and organized merchandise displays.
- Operated point-of-sale system for transactions and returns.
- Collaborated with team to achieve daily sales goals.
- Handled inventory management and restocked products as needed.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance shopping experience.
- Managed product promotions and seasonal displays effectively.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Holmen High School
Holmen05-2024
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Western Technical College
La CrosseEconomics Major, Communications Minor
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN01-2028
Skills
- Photography techniques
- Adobe Photoshop
- Lighting setup
- Image editing
- Visual storytelling
- Marketing strategy
- Content creation
- Social media management
- Team collaboration
- Customer engagement
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Creativity enhancement
- Strong exposure techniques
- Digital camera use
- Strong compositional skills
- Lighting expert
- Night photography
- Social media
- Adobe creative suite
- Advanced camera skills
- Adobe illustrator
- Graphic design
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Digital content creation
- Creativity
Affiliations
Co-Curricular Activities
- Varsity Hockey 2021-2024
- Senior Committee 2023-2024
- Photography Club 2022-2024
- Student Section Leader 2023-2024
Community Service
- Learn to Skate 2022-2023
Accomplishments
- Hockey All-Conference Honorable Mention 2024
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Owner
House of Wisconsin
02.2025 - Current
Freelance Photographer
DI Sports Agency
12.2024 - Current
Executive Director
Prep Sports Central
11.2024 - Current
Sports Writer
TDT Media
07.2024 - 03.2025
Sales Associate
BootBarn
07.2023 - 08.2023
Freelance Content Producer
Eli Grimslid Productions
04.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Baby Beluga Nursery
08.2020 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Holmen High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Western Technical College
Economics Major, Communications Minor
University of Minnesota
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