Heather Irwin-Wheelock
Photographer
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Student-centered Professor with expertise in Photography. Offers 3-year background supporting students, developing instructional plans and organizing and grading exams and tests. Commended for sustaining effective learning environment through prepared classes and relevant assignments and consistently achieving classroom management and academic goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Photography Professor
Grand Canyon University
01.2022 - Current
- Create weekly lesson plans for students to have hands on experience
- Incorporate history of photography
- Teach camera settings plus manual photography
- Inspire and challenge students using creative photo techniques
- Motivate 1students to think creative concepts and ideas for their photography projects.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
Owner/Photographer/Artist
Feathers and Tails LLC
11.2011 - Current
- Marketing, branding, website, and social media
- Launched online shop June 2020
- Managed day-to-day business operations including independent contractors.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
Photographer
Time After Time Photography
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Train technical aspects of on all aspects of photography equipment to employees.
- Customer service and sales, Efficient fast paced environment
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images. Photograph subjects in 1800's western and Victorian clothing.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Assisted owners with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots
- Trained new photographers in use of camera equipment and editing software
- Researched new camera equipment and accessories
- Facilitated printing of images for client's portfolio
Realtor & Real Estate Photographer
Keller Williams Realty-Heather Irwin Wheelock PLLC
05.2019 - 01.2022
- Marketing, branding, website, and social media
- Networking
- Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
- Resolved client concerns related to home purchases to maintain high satisfaction ratings.
- Educated clients on changing or updating properties, buying, and selling techniques and processes to maintain curb appeal.
- Compared recently sold area properties to determine competitive market prices.
- Wrote contracts to outline sales and purchases of properties.
Administrative Assistant/Photographer
Retropro
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Handled all marketing, website and social media daily
- Photography of finished jobs including editing with Adobe software.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and conference calls to optimize scheduling of senior staff.
- Assisted development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
Veterinary Technician
North Scottsdale Animal Hospital
01.2005 - 09.2017
- 5+ years in new employee training
- Cross-trained in all areas of hospital positions
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
Education
Real Estate School -
Arizona School of Real Estate & Business
Scottsdale, AZ11.2018
Bachelor's Degree of Arts in Digital Photography -
Art Institute of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ03.2013
Skills
- Proficient in multiple types of creative software, photography equipment plus strong customer service skills
- 2 years of experience teaching at college level(as of 01/24)
- Eager to teach and learn through positive environments
- Student-Centered Learning
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Relationship Building
- Student Engagement
Awards
Finalist for Photographer's Forum Magazine for college students 2013 & 2015
http://www.pfmagazine.com
Timeline
Photography Professor
Grand Canyon University
01.2022 - Current
Photographer
Time After Time Photography
03.2021 - 04.2023
Realtor & Real Estate Photographer
Keller Williams Realty-Heather Irwin Wheelock PLLC
05.2019 - 01.2022
Administrative Assistant/Photographer
Retropro
09.2017 - 10.2018
Owner/Photographer/Artist
Feathers and Tails LLC
11.2011 - Current
Veterinary Technician
North Scottsdale Animal Hospital
01.2005 - 09.2017
Real Estate School -
Arizona School of Real Estate & Business
Bachelor's Degree of Arts in Digital Photography -
Art Institute of Phoenix
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