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Ellen Young

Dalton,GA

Summary

Expert Manager accomplished in coordinating department activities and supporting fast-paced production work. Consistently meets scheduled timelines and completes work accurately. Follows through on commitments. Maintains good customer relationships. Easy to get along with and always ready with ideas to improve production with better strategies and recommendations. 40 years in the flooring industry.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Photography Studio Production Manager

Mohawk Industries Inc
12.2019 - 04.2023
  • Managed 12 employees in the Photo Studio including photographers, image specialists, photo assistants and project manager.
  • Managed photography projects for planning production to maximize the use of personnel, equipment and space of the studio while meeting very tight deadlines.
  • Supervised critical color matching images to the product in both CMYK and RBG for print and web.
  • Supervised image specialists for quality in compositing, retouching, and proofing. This included photography for sample use, web and campaign shoots (both in house and outside photo studios).
  • Worked closely with product team for product launches across all flooring categories to ensure sample label photography is available on time.
  • Worked closely with product team to coordinate overseas productions with qualified outside studios to ensure photography quality that meets the company standards
  • Worked closely with marketing business units across all brands and flooring categories to fully understand their needs for the business.
  • Worked closely with project management personnel in Work Front to ensure smooth workflow, quality and deadlines met.
  • Guided, coached and lead project teams, delegating tasks and evaluating performance and progression of project pace.
  • Worked closely with digital asset management team in creating the naming convention of assets for easy search and access in the AEM (Adobe Experience Manager).
  • Uploaded images to company's internal image server for sample team easy access.
  • Trouble shot for many areas within the company for archives of anything digital related.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines

Lead Project Coordinator for Photo Studio

Mohawk Industries Inc
09.2001 - 12.2019
  • Wrote technical narratives to document processes of photo studio.
  • Created naming convention of images created for sample use and advertising.
  • Established rapport and engaged with stakeholders to build lasting professional relationships.
  • Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
  • Kept corporate and client information confidential, adhering to data safety measures.
  • Assisted with onboarding newly hired staff members and coached on task prioritization.
  • Provided input and feedback on departmental initiatives, directives and strategies to contribute to project success.
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
  • Built strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and devised strategies, initiatives and events promoting products and services.
  • Created digital library of room scenes and product shots and uploaded to company's internal image server.
  • Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events.
  • Formulated plans to execute projects utilizing strengths of employees of Photo Studio to maximize efficiency of department while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events.
  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines

Skills

  • Photography Studio Management
  • Production Improvement
  • Work Front experience
  • Color Correction
  • Photoshop applications
  • MAC and PC
  • Excellent memory especially with numbers
  • Well developed organizational skills
  • Multitasking capabilities
  • Detail oriented
  • Able to complete projects with minimal supervision

Timeline

Photography Studio Production Manager

Mohawk Industries Inc
12.2019 - 04.2023

Lead Project Coordinator for Photo Studio

Mohawk Industries Inc
09.2001 - 12.2019

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