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Jordan Puhala

North Hollywood,CA

Summary

Creative Business Owner experienced in operations management, competitive analysis and financial management. Demonstrated success in growth and innovation. Capitalized on new trends and technologies to boost business initiatives and reach sales objectives. Approachable and down to earth to work with a collaborative, empathetic and open-minded outlook.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Owner/Operator

Jordan Puhala Photography
New York, New York
02.2018 - Current
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.
  • Developed campaigns and specific marketing strategies for client attraction.
  • Set up lighting, prepared sweeps and organized area for photography sessions.
  • Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
  • Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.

Assistant Interior Designer

Mike Harrison Art
New York, NY
05.2018 - 03.2020
  • Filmed Pilot Episode for HBO with Sarah Jessica Parker. Produced by Purveyors of Pop.
  • Attracted high-profile clientele and maintained absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
  • Documented costs, tracked purchases and administered client budgets.
  • Prepared cost and material estimates prior to advising on marketing matters and real estate design layouts.
  • Organized and maintained schedules for home consultations, customized room designs and staff meetings.
  • Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.

Lead Instructor

Little Maestros
New York, New York
04.2017 - 01.2019
  • Evaluated student demographics to make effective choices in class and activity development.
  • Created culture focused on teaching whole student and developing individual potential.
  • Motivated junior teachers to provide exceptional learning environments.
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions and chords.
  • Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.

Head Creative Director

CLC Youth Theatre Camp
Crystal Lake, Illinois
06.2010 - 08.2012
  • Remained highly composed, calm and professional in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve desired results.
  • Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
  • Monitored camper behavior during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
  • Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing and duplication for timely delivery.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theatre

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
  • Leadership and People Development
  • Approachable and Outgoing
  • Innovative and Visionary
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Integrity and Transparency
  • Project Oversight
  • Annual Planning
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Facebook Marketing
  • Video Streaming
  • Sales Growth
  • Showcase Design

Certification

  • Applied Positive Psychology Certificaiton (In process) - University of Pennslyvania

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Assistant Interior Designer

Mike Harrison Art
05.2018 - 03.2020

Business Owner/Operator

Jordan Puhala Photography
02.2018 - Current

Lead Instructor

Little Maestros
04.2017 - 01.2019

Head Creative Director

CLC Youth Theatre Camp
06.2010 - 08.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Musical Theatre

Texas State University
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