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Helen Steel

Burbank,CA

Summary

Motivated Real Estate Agent dedicated to giving clients first-class professional service and honest advice to enable sound financial decision-making in sales and purchases of real estate. Personable and ethical professional with 7 plus years of comprehensive experience buying and selling properties on behalf of clients. Versed in contract negotiation, contract management and prospecting.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Real Estate Advisor

Compass Realty Services
Studio City
03.2024 - Current
  • Conducted market research to identify trends in the real estate industry.
  • Advised clients on the best strategies to maximize their investments.
  • Performed regular assessments of properties to determine their value.
  • Negotiated terms, conditions, and fees associated with real estate transactions.
  • Organized open houses and other promotional events to attract potential buyers.
  • Assisted clients in obtaining financing options for purchasing property.
  • Created detailed reports outlining current market conditions.
  • Researched competitive listings in order to price properties effectively.
  • Networked with industry contacts to expand knowledge of real estate markets and best practices.

Real Estate Salesperson

Wish Sotheby's International Realty
CA
06.2019 - Current
  • Developed and maintained relationships with potential buyers and sellers to build a client base.
  • Conducted tours of homes for prospective buyers, highlighting key features and amenities.
  • Negotiated purchase agreements between buyers and sellers to ensure both parties were satisfied with the terms.
  • Advised clients on market conditions, prices, mortgages, legal requirements and related matters.
  • Analyzed local market trends in order to provide accurate information to clients regarding their real estate investments.
  • Researched comparable property sales to determine appropriate pricing strategies for listings.
  • Performed comparative market analysis reports for clients considering buying or selling a home or investment property.
  • Organized open houses and other events to generate interest in listed properties.
  • Managed multiple listing services databases to list new properties or update information about existing ones.
  • Provided excellent customer service throughout the entire real estate transaction process from start to finish.

Editor/Designer/Customer Service

03.2016 - Current
  • Ensured that all published documents met industry standards.
  • Worked closely with publishing team members to meet deadlines.
  • Proofread final drafts before they were sent out for printing.
  • Oversaw layout design and worked with production team members to complete daily and weekly content schedules.
  • Created new, engaging and more accessible ways to present content and information for diverse global audience.
  • Conducted phone and email interviews to elicit advice-driven information.
  • Confirmed documents conform to client-specific style, tone and document layout standards.

Freelance Graphic Designer

10.2001 - Current
  • Design responsibilities include: Logo design, corporate identity packages, illustration, brochures, marketing materials
  • Some clients include: Fidelity Investments, Staples, Bloomingdales, Nautica, Horizon Beverage, MIT, Delta Dental, Coldwell Banker.

Customer Service and Designer

Sugar E Donuts
Lancaster, CA
01.2018 - 05.2019
  • Created high quality visual designs that are both aesthetically pleasing and intuitive for users.
  • Assisted in developing marketing strategies for new products based on customer needs analysis.
  • Developed style guides for visual elements such as branding systems, typography standards, color schemes, photography styles.
  • Produced comprehensive graphic design works including logos, icons, flyers, brochures and other visuals for print or web.
  • Documented processes related to the creation of graphical assets such as logos or illustrations.
  • Consulted on tone, style and subject matter, driving layout and design.

Real Estate Salesperson

Remax HomeTeam
Needham, MA
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Facilitated deals between sellers, buyers and brokers for maximum profits.
  • Provided client guidance regarding market conditions, mortgage options and legal requirements.
  • Established and maintained positive relationships with owner banks, non-owner banks, attorneys, mortgage lenders and builders.
  • Explained financial requirements and analytical data to potential buyers and sellers.
  • Liaised between buyers and sellers to facilitate negotiations and propel escrow progress.

Real Estate Salesperson

Century 21 The Alexanders
Needham, MA
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • Conducted tours of homes for prospective buyers, highlighting key features and amenities.
  • Negotiated purchase agreements between buyers and sellers to ensure both parties were satisfied with the terms.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with potential buyers and sellers to build a client base.

Art Director

09.2000 - 09.2001
  • Managed art department through design, layout, and preproduction -- color separations and photo corrections
  • Maintained contacts with printers and outside vendors
  • Established working relationships with clients to ensure optimal satisfaction
  • Cataloged all graphics archives for easy retrieval of client artwork.

Graphic Design Assistant/Front Desk Agent

Colette Phillips Communications Inc.
Needham, MA
09.1999 - 09.2000
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create effective visual solutions that meet project goals.
  • Organized files into folders within shared drives for accessibility.
  • Worked closely with copywriters and art directors on creative projects.
  • Greeted customers in a professional and friendly manner.
  • Answered phones, responded to inquiries, and took messages.

Real Estate Salesperson

Coldwell Banker A Hartwig Co
CA
  • Conducted tours of homes for prospective buyers, highlighting key features and amenities.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with potential buyers and sellers to build a client base.
  • Negotiated purchase agreements between buyers and sellers to ensure both parties were satisfied with the terms.
  • Performed comparative market analysis reports for clients considering buying or selling a home or investment property.
  • Stayed abreast of current industry developments through continuing education courses.
  • Compared properties with similar, recently sold properties in neighboring areas to determine comparative market price.

Art Director

Hammer Graphics
Westwood, MA
  • Reviewed proofs and provided feedback to enhance quality control.
  • Supervised junior designers and provided guidance on their work product.
  • Developed creative concepts and visual designs for a variety of projects.
  • Ensured brand consistency across all platforms by monitoring usage of logo marks and other elements of branding.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Provided creative input during client meetings to help shape the vision of a project.
  • Adapted existing designs or created new ones based on client needs or changes in market conditions.
  • Consulted with print shops regarding file types and printing requirements for various projects.

Research Consultant, Graphic Artist

Vell Executive Search
Waltham, MA
  • Supported field research projects of large scope and complexity under guidance of leadership.
  • Modeled trends and prepared reports utilizing database details.
  • Created visual designs and graphic elements for various print and web-based projects.
  • Developed original artwork, illustrations, logos, banners, icons and other design assets.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to ensure project objectives were met.

Lead Graphic Artist

GoGraphic
CA
  • Developed original artwork, illustrations, logos, banners, icons and other design assets.
  • Optimized images for web applications using Adobe Photoshop software.
  • Keyed data and parameters into computer equipment to produce layouts and concept drawings for clients.
  • Marked up, pasted and compiled final layouts for printer.
  • Fostered relationships with retail clients through effective communication, negotiation and collaboration.
  • Researched graphics software to speed and improve job production.
  • Oversaw product design, print design and marketing collateral from concept to completion.

Education

Graphic Design Associate of Science/Visual Arts - Graphic Design and Visual Communication

Northeastern University

Fine art courses -

School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

Some College (No Degree) - Real Estate Broker

Glendale Community College
Glendale, CA

Skills

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Quark Xpress
  • HTML programming
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • Access
  • ACT
  • Experienced with Mac and Windows platforms
  • Residential Real Estate
  • Real Estate Law
  • Cost Estimation
  • Property Management

Awards

References available upon request

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Real Estate Advisor

Compass Realty Services
03.2024 - Current

Real Estate Salesperson

Wish Sotheby's International Realty
06.2019 - Current

Customer Service and Designer

Sugar E Donuts
01.2018 - 05.2019

Editor/Designer/Customer Service

03.2016 - Current

Real Estate Salesperson

Remax HomeTeam
01.2007 - 01.2010

Real Estate Salesperson

Century 21 The Alexanders
01.2003 - 01.2007

Freelance Graphic Designer

10.2001 - Current

Art Director

09.2000 - 09.2001

Graphic Design Assistant/Front Desk Agent

Colette Phillips Communications Inc.
09.1999 - 09.2000

Real Estate Salesperson

Coldwell Banker A Hartwig Co

Art Director

Hammer Graphics

Research Consultant, Graphic Artist

Vell Executive Search

Lead Graphic Artist

GoGraphic

Graphic Design Associate of Science/Visual Arts - Graphic Design and Visual Communication

Northeastern University

Fine art courses -

School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

Some College (No Degree) - Real Estate Broker

Glendale Community College

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