EMILY RITT
Olympia NW,WA
Summary
Skilled dog handler with a solid foundation in animal care and behavior management. Experienced in medication administration, grooming, cleaning, home maintenance, and, if allowed, I can't resist cleaning the boogers out of a dog's eye.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Household Manager
Self Employed
Olympia, WA
2020 - Current
- Coordinated household schedules and activities to enhance daily operational efficiency.
- Managed daily household operations, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and safety.
- Performed pet care duties, including walks, grooming, and scheduling veterinary appointments.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair tasks for home and household equipment.
Re-seller/Designer
Odd Dog Vintage
Denver, CO
2011 - 2020
- Self-owned small business, with a focus on mid-modern century furniture and home furnishings
- Managed inventory organization and product presentation in-store.
Freelance Photographer/Designer
E. Ritt Photography
Denver, CO
06.2006 - 2020
- Project based work for private individuals, local businesses, and publications
- Self-owned small business, with a focus on dog photography
Sales/Customer Service/Design
Lee Alex Decor
Denver, CO
11.2011 - 02.2013
- Responsible for product sales, customer service, & consignment management duties at well-known vintage furniture & home furnishing
Supervisor/Store Designer
Heavenly Dog
Denver, CO
04.2007 - 06.2009
- Managed health and safety protocols for animals, customers, and employees
- Supervised daily operations of dog grooming and care with hands-on involvement
Studio Manager/Photo Assistant
McCory James Photography
Denver, CO
07.2006 - 05.2007
- Produced shoots, scouted locations, negotiated budgets and contracts for photographer
- Edited photo shoots and created premium post-production images
Office Manager / Paralegal
The Center for Biological Diversity
Idyllwild, CA
03.2004 - 10.2004
- Managed office of six attorneys and biologists for the Southern California branch of a major national environmental organization
- Responsible for events, fundraising, membership relations, and some paralegal duties
Sales Floor Manager
Decorum Decorative Hardware
Portland, ME
08.1999 - 10.2003
- Advised on consumer design and product selections to enhance customer experience.
- Managed and trained employees
- Oversaw company’s stock, catalogs, invoices, and daily financial reports
- Supervised daily sales operations on the retail floor.
Animal Welfare Intern
Best Friend's Animal Sanctuary
Kanab, Utah
2003 - 2003
- Participated in intensive training regarding all aspects of companion animal welfare at major national
animal sanctuary - Helped maintain clean and safe animal habitats.
- Engaged with visitors to educate about animal welfare and sanctuary programs.
- Assisted in daily animal care and feeding routines.
Education
Associate of Applied Sciences - Photography
The Art Institute of Colorado
Denver, Colorado06.2006
Bachelor of Arts - History, Women’s Studies
Miami University
Oxford, Ohio05.1997
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Lightroom
- InDesign
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Sales/Customer Service/Design
Lee Alex Decor
11.2011 - 02.2013
Supervisor/Store Designer
Heavenly Dog
04.2007 - 06.2009
Studio Manager/Photo Assistant
McCory James Photography
07.2006 - 05.2007
Freelance Photographer/Designer
E. Ritt Photography
06.2006 - 2020
Office Manager / Paralegal
The Center for Biological Diversity
03.2004 - 10.2004
Sales Floor Manager
Decorum Decorative Hardware
08.1999 - 10.2003
Household Manager
Self Employed
2020 - Current
Re-seller/Designer
Odd Dog Vintage
2011 - 2020
Animal Welfare Intern
Best Friend's Animal Sanctuary
2003 - 2003
Associate of Applied Sciences - Photography
The Art Institute of Colorado
Bachelor of Arts - History, Women’s Studies
Miami University