John Ferreira
Cortland,OH
Summary
Creative Activities Director with over a decade of expertise in program development, human interaction, and event planning. Proven ability to engage diverse clients and foster community through innovative recreational programs and impactful events.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Director
New Day Recovery Center
Niles, OH
04.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging and unique recreational programs for individuals in recovery.
- Created a fake, but usable currency for clients to use though their inpatient stay.
- Planned, executed, and hosted quarterly alumni events for past clients with an average attendance of 400-500 people.
- Planned, executed, and hosted quarterly in house events for our inpatient clients.
- Create monthly activities calendar for inpatient clients.
- Host karaoke, bingo, game shows, trivia, and a variety of other weekly events.
- Managed Facebook group for alumni, fostering community connections and engagement.
- Create and edit videos for social media
- Facilitated group sessions to promote personal growth and well-being.
- Conducted company-wide trainings on engagement and positive interaction.
Photographer/Owner
John R Photo
Columbus, OH
01.2017 - Current
- Captured weddings, music festivals, proposals, and diverse moments to create lasting memories for clients.
- Built a diverse portfolio reflecting various photography styles to attract a wider clientele.
- Edited and retouched photos using Lightroom.
- Collaborated with clients to clarify their vision and tailor photography services to meet their needs.
- Managed project timelines to ensure smooth execution of events. and take the day/moments as they come.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wall High School
Wall Township, NJ01-2007
Skills
- Developing recreational programs
- Event planning and execution
- Facilitating group sessions
- Training development
- Client relationship management
- Program evaluation
- Social media management
- Taking things as they come and staying positive and calm in chaotic moments
Timeline
Activities Director
New Day Recovery Center
04.2023 - Current
Photographer/Owner
John R Photo
01.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Wall High School