Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
References
Timeline
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Hannah Foldy

Nashville,TN

Summary

Experienced business owner and wedding photographer dedicated to maintaining client and vendor relations as well as delivering high quality services and final products. Manages a Facebook group to start discussions, assist with questions about the industry, as well as organizes in-person meet ups with other photographers to maintain a community over competition mentality. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for quality of work and client relationships.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner + Photographer

Hannah Leigh Imagery
Nashville, TN
04.2014 - Current
  • Develop relationships with vendors, venues, and other professionals in the wedding industry.
  • Created and maintained a Facebook group of photographer peers to help each other find assistants, ask and answer questions, and organize meet ups to build and maintain a community.
  • Mentored budding photographers by sharing expertise and knowledge about the industry.
  • Deliver quality products within deadlines.
  • Organize and store digital photographs in an orderly fashion.
  • Created and maintained an online portfolio to showcase photography work and attract new clients.
  • Set up lighting equipment and other technical devices for each shoot.
  • Created detailed wedding day timelines for photography sessions and ensured that all necessary photos were taken on schedule.
  • Coordinated group portraits of family members during receptions.
  • Stayed abreast of new developments in photography technology by attending workshops or seminars.
  • Met with clients prior to weddings to discuss details about their event.
  • Managed a team of assistants at weddings, delegating tasks as needed.
  • Organized and edited digital images in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, ensuring quality standards were met before delivering them to clients.
  • Maintained accurate records of client contracts, invoices, payments, etc.
  • Managed social media platforms, posting engaging content to increase visibility and client engagement.
  • Negotiated contracts and fees with clients, ensuring clear communication of services and deliverables.

Lead Barista

Frothy Monkey
Nashville, TN
06.2016 - 03.2018
  • Developed and maintained relationships with regular customers, recognizing preferences and anticipating needs.
  • Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
  • Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
  • Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
  • Memorized recipes for specialty coffee beverages and seasonal offerings.
  • Supported highest standards of conduct and service to support company reputation.
  • Participated in coffee tasting and evaluation to enhance product knowledge and menu development.
  • Trained new baristas on coffee-making techniques, customer service standards, and operational procedures.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality service during peak hours.
  • Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
  • Addressed and resolved customer concerns to maintain brand loyalty.
  • Managed morning rush of customers daily with efficient, levelheaded customer service.

Barista

Kaldis Coffee
St. Louis, MO
01.2014 - 06.2016

Education

Associate of Arts -

St. Louis Community College
St. Louis, MO
06-2016

Skills

  • Business Management
  • Client Relations
  • Superb attention to detail
  • Social Media
  • Client Communication
  • Relationship Building
  • Tech-Savvy
  • Photo editing
  • Excellent workflow management
  • Proactive approach to problem solving

Affiliations

  • Often the organizer of get-togethers with friends and peers
  • Travel
  • Thrifting/antiqtuing
  • Films
  • Attending live music events

Accomplishments

  • "The Knot's" Best of Wedding Photographer for 2019 - 2023
  • "The Knot's" Best of Weddings Hall of Fame

Certification

  • "The Knot's" Best of Wedding Photographer for 2019 - 2023
  • "The Knot's" Best of Weddings Hall of Fame

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Barista

Frothy Monkey
06.2016 - 03.2018

Owner + Photographer

Hannah Leigh Imagery
04.2014 - Current

Barista

Kaldis Coffee
01.2014 - 06.2016

Associate of Arts -

St. Louis Community College
Hannah Foldy