Jennifer Vargas
Marion,IN
Summary
Innovative Photographer talented at experimenting with new approaches, techniques, software, and lenses. Thrive under pressure and successful with creativity-focused artistic challenges. Excellent eye for light and composition. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Photographer
Loving Every Minute Photography
Marion, IN
01.2024 - Current
- Photographed special events, parties and portraits.
- Set up lights, backdrops and props for shoots and events.
- Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
- Set up camera control equipment, stands and tripods for shoots.
- Explained price and package details to customers.
- Cropped, manipulated, and performed color balance for final images.
- Planned and obtained original shots using innovative thinking and new techniques.
- Maintained various studio equipment.
- Improvised photographic methods and techniques.
- Tracked studio inventories and ordered new supplies when needed.
- Served as field producer to coordinate scenes.
- Developed strategies to ensure that all projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Created innovative lighting techniques to capture creative photographs.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients while developing new business opportunities.
- Organized, edited and retouched digital images for client use.
- Conducted research for new trends in photography styles and techniques.
- Developed pricing structures for various types of photographic services offered by the studio.
- Analyzed customer feedback in order to recommend improvements in quality of service provided.
- Ensured compliance with regulations regarding copyright protection, privacy laws, and other legal issues related to photography services provided by the studio.
- Collaborated with clients to determine their specific photographic needs.
- Monitored daily operations of the studio including scheduling, equipment maintenance, and inventory control.
- Researched potential locations for photoshoots based on client requirements.
- Assisted in creating promotional campaigns for marketing purposes.
- Prepared invoices for clients upon completion of a project.
- Utilized filters, edits and after-effects to enhance photos.
- Scouted locations and curated props for photography shoots.
- Saved and archived images and maintained master image library for future use.
- Took pictures of individuals, families, and small groups in studio or on location.
- Transferred photographs to computers for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
- Reviewed sets of photographs to select best work.
- Coordinated and completed photoshoots for individuals, families and small groups.
- Used traditional or digital cameras along with tripods, filters and flash attachments.
- Selected and adjusted subjects, equipment, and lighting to achieve desired effects.
- Created artificial light using flashes and reflectors.
- Tested equipment prior to use, verifying good working order.
- Enhanced, retouched and resized photographs and negatives using airbrushing and other techniques.
- Set up, mounted or installed photographic equipment and cameras.
- Manipulated and enhanced scanned or digital images using computers and specialized software.
- Uploaded digital images for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
- Determined project goals, locations and equipment needs by studying assignments and consulting with clients or advertising staff.
- Selected and assembled photography equipment and required backdrops.
- Performed maintenance tasks to keep equipment working properly.
- Selected and assembled equipment and required background properties.
- Engaged in research to develop new photographic procedures and materials.
- Estimated or measured light levels, distances and numbers of exposures using measuring devices and formulas.
- Facilitated general office operations by scheduling appointments, keeping books and ordering supplies.
General Manager
Motel 6 Hotel
Markle, IN
02.2016 - 07.2020
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired qualified staff for open positions.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Supervised employees through planning, assignments, and direction.
- Administered employee discipline through verbal and written warnings.
- Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
- Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning.
- Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.
- Conducted employee evaluations to provide adequate feedback and recognize quality performance.
- Guided management and supervisory staff to promote smooth operations.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Delivered exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.
- Led employee evaluations with constructive feedback to boost performance.
- Maintained relationships with vendors to obtain the best pricing on supplies and materials.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations and industry standards pertaining to operations management.
- Provided guidance and support to subordinate managers in order to foster an atmosphere of cooperation throughout the organization.
- Directed safety operations and maintained clean work environment to adhere to FDA and OSHA requirements.
- Developed service and sales strategies to improve retention and revenue.
- Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
- Analyzed existing processes for effectiveness and developed new systems as needed to enhance overall productivity levels.
- Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.
- Performed routine audits of internal controls in order to maintain accuracy of financial records.
- Implemented employee recognition programs to motivate staff members towards achieving organizational goals.
- Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
- Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
Antique Store Clerk
Big Top Flea Market
Seffner, FL
02.2014 - 01.2018
- Ensured that all legal requirements were met during every sale transaction.
- Inspected returned items for damages before processing refunds or exchanges.
- Responded promptly to customer complaints in a courteous and professional manner.
- Conducted research online to determine accurate pricing for antique items.
- Greeted customers upon entering the store and provided assistance with inquiries.
- Sorted through incoming shipments of new antique items and verified their condition against invoices.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inventory levels for each item in the store.
- Processed sales transactions using cash registers and other point-of-sale systems.
- Checked customer identification when necessary to verify age restrictions on certain items.
- Kept work area clean and organized at all times while adhering to established safety standards.
- Provided accurate information regarding antique items, such as age, origin, value and condition.
- Assisted in creating displays to showcase antiques in an attractive manner.
- Performed regular stock checks and restocked shelves as needed throughout the day.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure that customers had a positive shopping experience.
- Answered phone calls from customers inquiring about specific products or services offered by the store.
- Followed safety protocols when handling fragile or valuable pieces of merchandise.
- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
- Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
- Initiated friendly conversation with customers to determine level of assistance required.
- Followed company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
- Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
- Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
- Used product knowledge to suggest items to match client needs.
- Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise requiring replenishment.
- Assisted customers by asking open-ended questions to understand needs and suggest suitable merchandise.
- Created price tags and merchandise signs for new items.
- Processed merchandise returns and exchanges for customers to refund payments, trade items and offer store credit.
- Answered questions about current promotions and resolved issues according to store policies.
- Handled price checks, merchandise transfers and fitting room returns to keep store orderly and efficient.
- Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions.
- Assessed customer product needs and interests in order to best recommend suitable items.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
- Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
- Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
- Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
- Maintained records related to sales for store management.
- Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
- Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
- Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.
Education
Medical Billing And Coding
DeVry University
Downers Grove, IL08-2024
High School Diploma -
Huntington North High School
Huntington, IN06-1995
Skills
- Team Leadership Abilities
- Equipment Preparation
- Visual Design
- Digital Video
- Photo Editing
- Microsoft Suite Proficient
- Image Archiving
- Adobe Photoshop
- Client Relations
- Retouching and Color Correction
- Shot Composition
- Superb Attention to Detail
- Composition
- Image Manipulation
- Digital Photography
- Sales Expertise
- HD Photography
- Location Scouting
- Studio Management
- Client Communication
- Project Management
- Photograph Modification
Affiliations
- Nature enthusiast
- Family oriented
- Music enthusiast
- Writing
- Poetry
Timeline
Lead Photographer
Loving Every Minute Photography
01.2024 - Current
General Manager
Motel 6 Hotel
02.2016 - 07.2020
Antique Store Clerk
Big Top Flea Market
02.2014 - 01.2018
Medical Billing And Coding
DeVry University
High School Diploma -
Huntington North High School