Elyssa Kelly
Rockville,MD
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant General Manager
Blank Street
09.2022 - Current
- Directed staff training programs, ensuring consistent high-quality service delivery, which improved customer retention and loyalty
- Managed inventory processes meticulously to maintain optimal stock levels, reducing spoilage and waste
- Collaborated closely with the General Manager on targeted marketing initiatives to enhance brand visibility and drive sales growth
- Maintained a dynamic media database, streamlining outreach for various marketing campaigns and announcements
- Played a key role in hiring, onboarding, and training new staff members, building a dedicated, high-performing team committed to excellence.
- Creating image previews, assisting with retouching, and preparing final assets for client delivery
Barista
Maman
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Fostered a loyal customer base through exceptional service and by building rapport, contributing to increased repeat business
- Upholding a clean, organized workspace to support productivity and safety, adapting to high-demand periods with effective time management
- Educated customers on product offerings, creating opportunities to promote upselling and enhance their overall experience
- Demonstrated versatility by managing both customer-facing and operational tasks during peak hours, supporting a smooth workflow
Photography Intern
Creative Lens Photography
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted lead photographers during studio and on-location shoots, setting up equipment and adjusting lighting to achieve optimal image quality
- Conducted extensive research on visual trends and themes, contributing to creative concept development for client projects
- Selected and edited high-quality images using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, enhancing color, contrast, and composition to meet professional standards
- Organized and maintained a digital image archive, ensuring easy access to and proper categorization of all assets
- Engaged with clients professionally, taking direction and adapting to specific project requirements while ensuring a positive experience
- Supported post-production efforts by creating image previews, assisting with retouching, and preparing final assets for client delivery
Volunteer Photographer
City Outreach Events
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Photographed community events and fundraising activities, capturing impactful moments to showcase the organization's mission and engagement
- Coordinated with event organizers to understand shot requirements and capture key images for promotional materials and social media content
- Edited and organized photos using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, ensuring high-quality visuals that aligned with the organization's branding guidelines
- Supported the marketing team by providing a curated selection of images to enhance newsletters, press releases, and digital outreach campaigns
- Established rapport with event attendees and volunteers, making them comfortable on camera and creating authentic, memorable images
Photojournalist
The Advocate Newspaper
07.2022 - 05.2022
- Captured compelling and newsworthy images for daily print and online publications, covering breaking news, community events, and feature stories
- Collaborated with reporters and editors to ensure photos aligned with story narratives, adding visual depth and context to headlines and articles
- Conducted field research to identify impactful imagery, highlighting significant moments and capturing candid interactions to convey authenticity
- Edited and processed images using Adobe Photoshop to meet publication standards, optimizing for clarity, color, and composition
- Adhered to strict deadlines and adapted to rapidly changing news environments, consistently delivering high-quality images under pressure
- Built rapport with subjects and sources to gain trust, creating a comfortable environment for genuine, emotive storytelling
Shift Lead/Keyholder
Lone Star Coffee
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Supported store profitability by promoting seasonal offerings and fostering customer loyalty through personalized recommendations
- Mentored new team members, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in service and product quality
- Assisted store management in meeting sales goals through loyalty program promotion and in-store marketing
- Developed strong relationships with regular customers, enhancing their experience through attention to detail and tailored service
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Photography
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD05-2023
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Multi-Tasking Skills
- Scientific Curiosity
- Adaptability
- Digital Imagery Proficiency
- Design Proficiency
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Image Composition
- Adobe Creative Suite
Timeline
Assistant General Manager
Blank Street
09.2022 - Current
Photography Intern
Creative Lens Photography
09.2022 - 11.2022
Volunteer Photographer
City Outreach Events
08.2022 - 10.2022
Barista
Maman
07.2022 - 01.2024
Photojournalist
The Advocate Newspaper
07.2022 - 05.2022
Shift Lead/Keyholder
Lone Star Coffee
06.2019 - 05.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Photography
Montgomery College
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