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Overview
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Education
Skills
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Photography, Visual Arts, Reading and Sports
Languages
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Gustavo O Curbelo

Gustavo O Curbelo

Pembroke Pines,United States

Summary

With a strong background in information and communication, as well as a passion for visual storytelling and photography, I am eager to contribute my skills to your interdisciplinary team. My experience encompasses organizational and representational aspects of communication, as well as the creation of captivating imagery that enhances narratives. Throughout my career, I have developed fluency in conveying ideas through digital and journalistic media. My keen eye for detail, honed through years of working behind the lens, enables me to capture the essence of moments in ways that resonate with audiences. Photography, like communication, demands the ability to observe, understand, and present information compellingly, and I excel in this space. I thrive in a collaborative work environment where feedback is essential for growth, allowing me to learn from my peers while utilizing my skills to produce impactful visual and written content. I welcome the opportunity to discuss further how my background in communication and photography aligns with your company's goals. Thank you for considering my application.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Homeowners Insurance Sales

UniVista Insurance
02.2024 - Current
  • Prospected for new business by obtaining client referrals, making cold calls and engaging in Homeowners business-building strategies.
  • Adhered to legal requirements and agency and industry regulations in selling and servicing Homeowners insurance policies.
  • Reviewed clients' policies every year and recommended product additions or revisions to reflect changing needs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving complex insurance claims promptly and professionally.

Entrepreneur

Freelance
01.2022 - Current
  • Consistently met tight deadlines by multitasking effectively in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Oversaw studio equipment maintenance and inventory management to ensure optimal functionality during shoots.
  • Streamlined photo editing processes, boosting efficiency while maintaining high-quality results.
  • Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom to crop, invert and control light and color properties of photos.
  • Shot photographs in controlled lab, field, and remote environments.

Broadcast Journalist

teleSUR English
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • - Bilingual writer of news in the international environment. - Voice over for dubbing the news into English. - Headline presenter in English.

Center File Manager

Cuban Institute of Radio and Television
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • - Information Analysis and processing. - Organization of bibliographic sources related to cinema, radio and television.

Information Scientist

Faculty of Communication, University of Havana
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • - Study of the behavior of memes, related to libraries and the information environment. - Presentation of results to the scientific community.

Information Specialist

Instituto Superior de Artes
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • - Analysis and processing of information at the ISA Restoration Center. - Organization of bibliographic sources referred to cultural heritage and the restoration of architectural works.

Education

Bachelor of Science - BS - Library and Information Science

University of Havana
06.2018

Skills

- Writing

- Editorial

- Customer Service

- Organization Skills

- Breaking News

- Teamwork and Collaboration

- Photo retouching

- Adobe Creative Suite

- Photo Shoots

- Social Media

- Fitness Proficiency

Photography, Visual Arts, Reading and Sports

I find great satisfaction in prioritizing time for personal pursuits and hobbies, as they are crucial for leading a purposeful and harmonious life.

Languages

English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Homeowners Insurance Sales

UniVista Insurance
02.2024 - Current

Entrepreneur

Freelance
01.2022 - Current

Broadcast Journalist

teleSUR English
01.2020 - 01.2022

Center File Manager

Cuban Institute of Radio and Television
01.2019 - 01.2020

Information Scientist

Faculty of Communication, University of Havana
01.2017 - 01.2018

Information Specialist

Instituto Superior de Artes
01.2014 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - BS - Library and Information Science

University of Havana
Gustavo O Curbelo