JASON BOX
Monticello,FL
Summary
Creative Portrait Photographer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in lighting techniques, composition, and photo editing software. Excel in communication, adaptability, and client satisfaction, ensuring memorable experiences and captivating portraits.
Skilled Portrait Photographer with background in both studio and on-location shots. Demonstrated ability to capture the essence of subjects using a variety of techniques for lighting, posing, and composition. Profound understanding of digital editing tools to enhance photos post-shoot. Effectively communicated with clients to ensure satisfaction and repeat business in previous roles.
Disciplined professional focused on completing highest quality construction work. Skilled builder with manual dexterity, depth perception, and reading and math skills to add value to diverse job site roles. Committed to learning skilled trades and to long-range career in field.
Hardworking professional well-versed in handling materials, operating machinery and supporting overall team and project needs. In-depth knowledge of compliance mandates governing site and worker safety. Focused on helping complete skilled work under deadlines.
Hardworking construction laborer with background in various construction projects including residential and commercial developments. Possess strong skills in manual labor, project coordination, and site preparation. Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to changing environments. Contributed to improving job site safety and completing projects on time by effectively collaborating with team members and following precise instructions.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Portrait Photographer Owner/Operations Manager
Box.tography
Monticello, FL
02.2022 - Current
- Set up camera control equipment, stands, and tripods for shoots.
- Utilized advanced lighting techniques to achieve optimal exposure and mood in photographs.
- Set up, mounted or installed photographic equipment and cameras.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of photography trends, techniques, and equipment.
- Organized and archived digital photographs efficiently for easy access and retrieval.
- Conducted photo shoots annually, including weddings, portraits, and commercial photography.
- Consulted with clients regarding portrait packages and pricing options.
- Created artificial light using flashes and reflectors.
- Managed social media platforms, posting engaging content to increase visibility and client engagement.
- Conducted on-location photography sessions, adapting to various environments and lighting conditions.
- Utilized filters, edits and after-effects to enhance photos.
- Archived photographs digitally onto storage devices.
- Composed and framed shots to achieve desired effects.
- Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.
- Cropped, manipulated, and performed color balance for final images.
- Negotiated contracts and fees with clients, ensuring clear communication of deliverables.
- Scouted locations and curated props for photography shoots.
- Conducted pre-shoot consultations with clients to discuss their needs and preferences.
- Used traditional or digital cameras along with tripods, filters and flash attachments.
- Managed photography studio equipment, scheduling maintenance and upgrades as needed.
- Transferred photographs to computers for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
- Scheduled appointments for portrait sessions at convenient times for clients.
- Reviewed sets of photographs to select best work.
- Portfolio links https://njboxtography.mypixieset.com/ and https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/uo0k0rgdplvteom9jkas0/AOQBGQFvvvnyiavHiVvTWvs?rlkey=y9omojr02z1nw9nzro3bnuhzr&dl=0
Crew Leader
Keisters Premier Lawn Care
Monticello, FL
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed multiple employees in various job tasks throughout phases of project completion.
- Supervised project contributions to meet organizational deadlines and expectations.
- Analyzed data from completed jobs to identify areas for improvement in efficiency or quality.
- Completed minor adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
- Provided technical support to crew members when operating machinery or equipment.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
Lawn Crew Member
Yellowstone Enterprise
Monticello, FL
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
- Repaired sprinkler systems to ensure adequate irrigation of lawns.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
Fabrication Welder
Right Way Welding
Monticello, FL
01.2020 - 05.2023
- Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks or other transportation vehicles for delivery purposes.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding operations by grinding, sanding, or polishing as needed.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Developed new methods of fabricating complex parts in order to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Monitored stock levels of supplies used in the fabrication process, ordering additional items when necessary.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Assisted with the installation of fabricated items at customer sites.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
Lawn Care Business Owner
Grassmasters
Monticello, FL
09.2018 - 01.2022
- Inspected properties before beginning work to identify existing issues or special requirements.
- Performed regular mowing, edging, trimming, aerating, overseeding and fertilizing services for residential and commercial customers.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.
- Created marketing campaigns to promote business growth through print media, radio ads, television commercials, direct mailings and online platforms.
- Advised customers on plant, flower or shrubbery care.
- Scheduled appointments with customers for lawn care services.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations including staffing decisions, inventory management and payroll processing.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
- Maintained service excellence, working closely with clients to quickly address needs and resolve issues or complaints.
Rough and Finish Carpenter
Johnny Willis Construction
Monticello, FL
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Followed instructions given by supervisor regarding job progress reports.
- Installed hardware such as hinges, locksets, door closers and weather stripping.
- Assembled and installed cabinets, doors, windows, stairs, trim work and other structures according to specifications.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
- Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
- Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
- Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Constructed forms for pouring concrete and erected scaffolding.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Built frames for walls or partitions by measuring materials accurately.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Cut material with power saws and routers in order to shape it into desired form.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Applied sealants on joints between wood pieces in order to protect them from moisture damage.
- Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
Construction Crew Member
W.h.a.t International Enterprise
Monticello, FL
02.2016 - 03.2018
- Addressed and resolved on-site problems to keep teams on-task and avoid development of larger concerns.
- Utilized a variety of power tools such as drills, saws, grinders, when fabricating custom mounting brackets for special applications.
- Operated forklifts safely when moving heavy materials between worksites or loading and unloading trucks.
- Completed installation tasks such as soldering connections and splicing wires.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during the installation process according to industry regulations.
- Installed handrails, crash guard, wall protection, hinges, door closures, caulked expansion joints, hand towel and toilet paper despenser among various other similar tasks at Phase 2 of Shands Memorial Hospital, FSU and FAMU campuses.
Commercial Glazier
Miller Glass & Glazing
Tallahassee, Florida
01.2006 - 09.2016
- Lifted heavy materials including glass panels up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
- Maintained a clean work site by disposing of any debris created during installation process.
- Kept accurate records of all supplies used during each project for billing purposes.
- Calculated material requirements based on measurements taken from blueprints or drawings.
- Read and interpreted project blueprints and construction plans to inform accurate and complete installations.
- Committed to creating and maintaining safe workplace through organization and proactive identification of hazards.
- Fabricated and installed metal sashes and moldings for glass installation using aluminum or steel framing.
- Installed or repaired range of glass products and accessories.
- Measured, cut and installed glass in windows, doors, partitions and other structures.
- Collaborated closely with team members to ensure successful completion of projects within deadlines.
- Utilized power tools such as drills, saws and grinders safely to complete job tasks.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes in regards to glazing installations.
- Performed installation of skylights, mirrors and other glass areas.
- Transported supplies and team members between various worksites.
- Set glass doors into frames and bolted metal hinges, handles, locks and other hardware to attach doors to frames and walls.
- Checked all installations for accuracy before completing the project.
- Identified glass types and measured spaces for reglazing and mirrors.
- Inspected existing glazing systems for any damage or deterioration that needed repair or replacement.
- Drilled holes into walls for mounting purposes.
- Installed metal frames to support the glass.
- Cut, fit, installed, repaired, or replaced glass in commercial and residential buildings.
- Prepared glass for cutting by applying oil to cutting lines and smoothed cut edges through polishing and grinding.
- Applied weatherproof sealants around window openings for better insulation against outside elements.
- Assisted with fabrication of aluminum frames for storefronts and curtain walls.
- Repaired broken glass using specialized tools and techniques including soldering and welding equipment.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Education
GED -
Jefferson County Adult School
Monticello, FL04-2000
Some College (No Degree) - System Network Security
North Florida Community College
Madison CountySkills
- Strong composition
- Continuous learning attitude
- Advanced lighting techniques
- Collaborative teamwork
- Project management experience
- Adaptable shooting style
- In-depth camera knowledge
- Adobe lightroom expertise
- Photography equipment maintenance
- Image editing expertise
- Team-oriented and dependable
- Scaffold building
- Construction trade expertise
- Machinery operation
- Carpentry
- Worksite organization
- Cabinet installation
- Framing
- Insulation application
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Demolition
- Tile setting
- Flooring installation
- Painting and finishing
- Physical stamina
- Window installation
- Wooden formworks
- Roofing installation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Time management
- Blueprint reading
- Heavy lifting
- Construction safety
- Quality control
- Physically fit
- Customer service
- Lawn maintenance expertise
- Quality control measures
- Decision-making capacity
- Project management
Timeline
Crew Leader
Keisters Premier Lawn Care
06.2024 - 12.2024
Lawn Crew Member
Yellowstone Enterprise
05.2023 - 06.2024
Portrait Photographer Owner/Operations Manager
Box.tography
02.2022 - Current
Fabrication Welder
Right Way Welding
01.2020 - 05.2023
Lawn Care Business Owner
Grassmasters
09.2018 - 01.2022
Rough and Finish Carpenter
Johnny Willis Construction
03.2018 - 01.2020
Construction Crew Member
W.h.a.t International Enterprise
02.2016 - 03.2018
Commercial Glazier
Miller Glass & Glazing
01.2006 - 09.2016
GED -
Jefferson County Adult School
Some College (No Degree) - System Network Security
North Florida Community College