Jamie Birchfield
Crestview,FL
Summary
Creative Photographer with extensive experience capturing stunning images and creating visually compelling content. Innovative with comprehensive understanding of camera settings, lighting techniques and digital editing tools. Creative and committed to telling stories through photographs. Motivated Content Creator dedicated to developing creative and attention-grabbing visual content that increase awareness and drive market growth. Skilled in planning dynamic events, designing contests and developing strategic marketing plans.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Business Owner/Photographer
Jamie Birchfield Photography
01.2010 - Current
- Current - Nature, landscape and event photography along the Gulf Coast
- Prior - Wedding and portrait photography throughout Southern Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, Tennessee and Florida
- Established loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations
- Promoted business via multiple social media channels
- Participated actively in local community events or organizations to give back while expanding brand visibility and credibility
- Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for SEO optimization
- Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events
Director of Fund Development, Marketing & Communications
Girl Scouts of Shagbark Council
01.2002 - 01.2008
- Responsible for achieving public support financial goals
- Responsible for obtaining funding from grant sources, research, writing, and administration of activities
- Public relations, marketing, community cultivation, and education
- Supervised all aspects of the $1.5 million Girl Scout cookie sale and fall product sale programs
- Designed, implemented, and managed fund and friend raising campaigns
- Created and implemented strategic and tactical fund development plans
- Completed applications for funding from United Way and United Fund in 14 counties
- Conducted annual presentations, maintained ongoing relationships with United Way and United Fund
- Created marketing materials for internal and external audiences
Assistant Manager
Wherehouse Music
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions
Field Director
American Heart Association
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Recruited, trained and managed Heart Walk campaign volunteers and staff members throughout 26 counties
- Developed and coordinated specific fund raising and educational activities for volunteers and community
- Fostered strong relationships with stakeholders, resulting in increased collaboration and successful partnerships
- Planned and executed effective Heart Walk campaigns
Promotions Manager
ACI Management
01.1991 - 01.1993
- Designed, developed and implemented promotional activities of KJEZ radio
- Collaborated with sales teams to design customized promotions tailored to specific client needs, resulting in improved client satisfaction rates
- Wrote engaging and creative press releases for each promotion
- Production and copywriting
- Collaborated with sales staff to plan campaigns
- On air special reports and remote broadcasting
Education
Bachelor of Science - University Studies
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale IL12.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Three Rivers Community College
Poplar Bluff MO05.1992
Skills
- Professional Photography using Canon Professional Equipment
- Proficient in Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Rush
- Social Media Management
- Copywriting
- Content Development
- Website Content Management
- SEO and keyword optimization
- Written Communication
- Partnership Development
- Multitasking Abilities
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Small Business Owner/Photographer
Jamie Birchfield Photography
01.2010 - Current
Director of Fund Development, Marketing & Communications
Girl Scouts of Shagbark Council
01.2002 - 01.2008
Assistant Manager
Wherehouse Music
01.1997 - 01.2001
Field Director
American Heart Association
01.1995 - 01.1997
Promotions Manager
ACI Management
01.1991 - 01.1993
Bachelor of Science - University Studies
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Three Rivers Community College
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