Gary Clark
Mountain Brook,AL
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
In Field Service Representive
DAS Inc
09.2018 - Current
- Delivered high-quality services consistently, maintaining client trust and fostering repeat business.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve complex technical issues effectively.
- Provided detailed reports post-service visits to document issues resolved, recommendations made, and any potential areas for improvement.
- Improved team performance through regular feedback and performance evaluations
- Managed inventory of replacement parts, ensuring availability for prompt service delivery.
- Developed lasting relationships with clients through excellent communication and professionalism.
- Optimized field service operations by developing standardized procedures for common tasks.
- Reduced equipment downtime with proactive maintenance and troubleshooting efforts.
- Ensured safety compliance in all field activities, adhering to company guidelines and industry regulations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient field service support.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing sessions among new hires, speeding up their onboarding process.
- Delivered exceptional service under tight deadlines, ensuring that critical equipment was operational for client projects.
- Optimized route planning for service calls, reducing travel time and costs.
- Delivered detailed reports on field service activities, providing insights for strategic planning.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations during all service activities, maintaining company's good standing.
- Fostered strong client relationships to understand their needs better and provide tailored solutions.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Senior Travel Photographer
Southern Living Magazine - Time Inc
04.1984 - 12.2014
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire project process from initial consultation to final product delivery.
- Improved knowledge of photographic techniques through continued education and participation in workshops.
- Maintained organized archives of digital files, streamlining the image retrieval process for clients and personal use.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Monitored trends in photography to stay current in industry.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing photo editing software tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing deadlines and maintaining excellent organization.
- Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
- Conducted pre-shoot consultations to discuss clients' needs and preferences for optimal results.
- Continuously improved technical skills by staying updated on industry trends and new equipment.
- Shot photographs in controlled lab, field, and remote environments.
- Managed team of photographers for special projects.
- Persistently sought out unique perspectives during shoots to create visually striking images that generated attention online.
- Balanced multiple client projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines were met and expectations exceeded.
- Captured stunning images by traveling to remote locations and utilizing expert photography skills.
- Navigated complex international travel logistics while maintaining punctuality for scheduled photoshoots.
- Developed customized travel itineraries for photoshoots, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
- Achieved consistent quality in challenging lighting conditions, utilizing expert knowledge of lighting equipment and techniques.
- Developed structured archiving system for photo storage, ensuring easy access and organization of thousands of images.
- Implemented backup strategies for photo shoots, ensuring no critical moments were missed due to equipment failure.
- Maintained photography equipment, ensuring gear was in optimal condition for all shoots.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
Associate of Science - Photography
Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA12-1983
Skills
- Adaptability to change
- Field operations
- Service calls
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer relations
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Professional demeanor
- Reliability
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of custom solutions for customer satisfaction within Love's Travel Stops, Travel Centers of America and Pilot/Flying J family of brands
Reconized 2022 Service Representative
DAS Inc. each month awards a Service Rep with a Service Rep of the Month Award. A number of Service Reps across the country are submitted by their Regional Manager and evaluated by Senior Staff members for their acheivments during the previous months time.
Timeline
In Field Service Representive
DAS Inc
09.2018 - Current
Senior Travel Photographer
Southern Living Magazine - Time Inc
04.1984 - 12.2014
Associate of Science - Photography
Art Institute of Atlanta
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