Jennifer Thomas
Hoover,Alabama
Summary
Results-driven photographer with expertise in digital marketing and social media engagement. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Canva, delivering impactful visual content that enhances brand visibility and drives sales.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer
Bham DC Photography
Hoover, AL
05.2019 - Current
- Self employed part time photographer, includes, marketing, working in fast paced environments, accounting and tracking of profits and expenses, studying trends, using social media platforms for sales and advertising including, Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok, staging and creating sets based on client's specific needs in any kind of environment
- Proficient with programs Adobe products including Photoshop and Lightroom Classic
- Awards and Recognition - 2020 Birmingham Hulafrog Preferred Family Photographer, Featured photographer in ShutterUp Magazine
Professional Violinist
Strings That Sing
Hoover, Alabama
01.2003 - Current
- Played variety of music with broad stylistic range and improvisatorial flexibility.
- Expanded fan base and supported music by promoting talent on social media and capitalizing on latest online video trends.
- Traveled, sometimes great distances, to perform at venues and rehearsed to prepare for performances.
Hourly Energy Scheduler
Southern Company Services
Birmingham, AL
04.2018 - 09.2023
- Primarily responsible for energy scheduling and tagging activities, transmission procurement, transaction entry and checkout, billing support, and general support to assist energy traders.
- Proficient with the programs OATI Oasis, OATI Tagging, TRAM, TREND, Reserve Bubble Tool, CES
Western Division Management Trainee
Alabama Power
Tuscaloosa, AL
10.2013 - 04.2018
- Developing knowledge of the Customer Service Organization through structured work assignments, business unit overviews, and academic curriculum while training to become a future leader
- Proficient in the Southern Company Customer Service System and ARMS
- Completed rotations through the Customer Service Center, Corporate Accounting, Revenue Accounting, Distribution Call Center, Engineering, Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Marketing
- Assist in special business projects as needed by the managers in the business office
Mutual Fund Trust Specialist
Regions
Birmingham, AL
10.2011 - 10.2013
- Accounting of 43 collective funds valued by Regions Wealth Management. Work closely with the sub-advisor and transfer agents of various Collective Investment Funds and Common Trust Funds
- Perform multiple transactions in the reconcilement of accounts and cash balances
- Proficient at creating and using spreadsheets to create reports and analyze data
- Assist in training and guiding other team members on desk functions
- Experienced in Exigen, Laserpro, ACAPS, Lotus Notes, Addvantage
Trust Assistant
Regions
Birmingham, AL
06.2010 - 10.2011
- Primary contact with assisting the trust administrators and their client relationships, while coordinating opening/closing of trusts, keeping the minutes of the Regions Personal Trust Committee, and mentoring team members
- Interpret trust agreements on a daily basis while interfacing with legal counsel and trust administrators
- Strong ability to estimate fees for the trust and income based on what assets are held
Equity Loan by Phone Processor
Regions
Birmingham, AL
11.2007 - 06.2010
- Direct key contact with customer informing them of what is required for an equity line to process while maintaining a high level of customer service and ensuring documents are in compliance before a closing has been set by customer
- Strong ability to understand company's compliance efforts with respect to federal banking practices, policies, and regulatory requirements
- Understanding FEMA regulations while interpreting surveys to determine flood zoning
- Research county courthouse records to read deed and title documents
- Ability to multi-task and work with several systems in unison
Bank Teller
Wachovia
Birmingham, AL
01.2007 - 11.2007
- Handling customer transactions, managing vault, balancing daily cash drawer, branch opening and closing procedures, organizing team meetings, and to provide excellent customer service
- Volunteered with Wachovia for Habitat for Humanity
- Experienced with ARGO, Mainframe, SOLD, EDIV, and Corporate Image Workstation
Part Time Employee
Alabama Power
Birmingham, AL
07.2006 - 12.2006
Orchestra Director - Grades 6 - 12
Northside High School, Shaw High School, & Midland Middle School
Columbus, GA
08.2003 - 06.2006
Education
Executive Masters of Business Administration -
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2014
Master of Music Education -
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL06.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Violin Performance
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL06.2001
Skills
- Workflow management
- Digital marketing
- Social media engagement
- Adobe Photoshop proficiency
- Digital photography
- Canva expertise
Accomplishments
- 2025 Junior League of Birmingham Assistant Social Media Chair
- 2025 Completed the Leadership Hoover Program
- 2023 University of Alabama Executive Masters in Business Alumni of the Year
- 2022 Techstars Mentor
- 2022 ERG Asians in Motion Community Outreach Member
- 2021 Energy Trading Floor Diversity and Inclusion Action Team Member
- 2019 Past President of the University of Alabama Executive MBA Board
- 2019 Provisional Class of Junior League Birmingham
- 2019 Treasurer of the South Shades Crest Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
- 2018 Treasurer of the Western Division Alabama Power Service Organization
- 2017 President of the Western Employee Networking and Learning Group
- 2017 President of the University of Alabama Executive MBA Alumni Board
- 2016 Vice President of Western Employee Networking and Learning Group
- 2016 Vice President of the University of Alabama Executive MBA Alumni Board
Timeline
Photographer
Bham DC Photography
05.2019 - Current
Hourly Energy Scheduler
Southern Company Services
04.2018 - 09.2023
Western Division Management Trainee
Alabama Power
10.2013 - 04.2018
Mutual Fund Trust Specialist
Regions
10.2011 - 10.2013
Trust Assistant
Regions
06.2010 - 10.2011
Equity Loan by Phone Processor
Regions
11.2007 - 06.2010
Bank Teller
Wachovia
01.2007 - 11.2007
Part Time Employee
Alabama Power
07.2006 - 12.2006
Orchestra Director - Grades 6 - 12
Northside High School, Shaw High School, & Midland Middle School
08.2003 - 06.2006
Professional Violinist
Strings That Sing
01.2003 - Current
Executive Masters of Business Administration -
University of Alabama
Master of Music Education -
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Arts - Violin Performance
Northwestern University