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Kathy Oman

Seattle,WA

Summary

Ambitious Real Estate Broker and client advocate skilled in establishing buyer and seller partnerships to foster stress-free real estate sales transactions. Proven success in contract negotiation and housing market monitoring. Strong focus on sales marketing to increase clientele.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Residential Real Estate Broker

Windermere
10.2015 - Current
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and guidance throughout the home buying process.
  • Streamlined property listing processes for improved efficiency and better results in attracting potential buyers.
  • Successfully closed deals in a timely manner by efficiently managing all transaction documentation and communication between parties.
  • Negotiated favorable contract terms on behalf of clients, ensuring their best interests were always represented.
  • Collaborated with mortgage lenders, attorneys, and inspectors to facilitate seamless transactions for clients.
  • Maximized exposure for property listings by utilizing multiple online platforms and creating visually appealing advertisements.
  • Educated clients on market conditions and guided them through the decision-making process during property evaluations.
  • Built rapport with other real estate professionals to foster mutually beneficial partnerships and generate referral business opportunities.
  • Managed client expectations skillfully during negotiations to ensure swift resolutions that satisfied both buyer''s and seller''s demands.

Photographer

Self Employed
01.1998 - Current
  • Capture stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
  • Enhance client satisfaction through exceptional editing skills, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing deadlines and maintaining excellent organization.
  • Deliver high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
  • Continuously improve technical skills by staying updated on industry trends and new equipment.
  • Develop strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
  • Expand clientele base by consistently delivering top-notch imagery that showcased individuality and uniqueness of subjects.
  • Contribute to marketing materials with compelling visual content to increase brand awareness.
  • Serve a diverse range of industries, including weddings, corporate events, family portraits, and real estate/architectural.
  • Optimize workflow efficiency by implementing photo editing software tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.
  • Increased overall productivity by effectively managing schedules appointments, location scouting, equipment maintenance, image processing, archiving photoshoots.
  • Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire process from initial consultation to delivery of final products.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
  • Generated cost-effective solutions for client's photography needs.

Web Producer

Sierra Online/WON.net/Flipside
01.1997 - 01.2001
  • Programmed multiple online gaming books for web audience.
  • Enhanced website usability by implementing responsive design and user-friendly navigation.
  • Increased web traffic with strategic search engine optimization techniques and keyword research.
  • Collaborated with content creators for timely publication of engaging articles, videos, and graphics.
  • Streamlined content management process to improve efficiency and reduce production time.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time delivery without sacrificing quality or functionality.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on the latest web technologies and best practices.
  • Researched and proposed new solutions to make website more user-friendly.
  • Tested websites at different design and production stages to assess conformance with designs.
  • Took and edited photographs to use in digital publications, websites and social media.

Word Processor/Business Transcriptionist

Pacific NW Bell/U S WEST Telephone Company
12.1978 - 06.1994
  • Enhanced document readability by implementing consistent formatting and styles.
  • Increased team productivity through efficient management of high-volume word processing tasks.
  • Ensured error-free documents by conducting thorough proofreading and editing procedures.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to produce cohesive, well-organized final drafts for client presentations.
  • Reduced turnaround time for projects by streamlining workflow processes and prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Maintained strict adherence to deadlines, completing all assigned projects in a timely manner.
  • Assisted in the development of company templates, improving overall document quality and consistency.
  • Provided exceptional customer service through prompt response to inquiries and accurate completion of requests.
  • Supported office efficiency by managing document storage and retrieval systems, ensuring easy access for team members.
  • Collaborated on the development of training materials, enhancing staff knowledge of best practices in word processing techniques.
  • Facilitated seamless file conversions between different formats while maintaining original content integrity.
  • Scanned and printed files and paperwork, when needed.
  • Typed official correspondence and reports from handwritten notes and other information sources.
  • Organized and prioritized proofreading, spell checking, document filing and data entry.
  • Accurately typed 120 words per minute with no errors.
  • Transcribed meeting minutes into digital format and stored in data repository.
  • Checked completed work for proper spelling, grammar, punctuation and format.
  • Typed letters, memos and other correspondence for staff, using various software programs.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by consistently delivering accurate and timely transcriptions of business documents.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and coordination for complex projects.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to enhance skillset, staying up-to-date on best practices for business transcription services.

Education

Associate of Arts - Web Authoring

Bellevue Community College
Bellevue
06.1997

No Degree - Desktop Publishing

Seattle Art Institute
Seattle
09.1995

Skills

  • Sales Strategy
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Fair Housing Regulations
  • Ethical Decision Making
  • Market Analysis
  • Seller Representation
  • Listing Presentation
  • Property Valuation
  • Referral Networking
  • Social Media Promotion
  • Real Estate Marketing
  • Real Estate Law
  • Customer Service
  • Real Estate Technology
  • Buyer Representation
  • Property Inspection
  • Attention to Detail
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Home Tours
  • Property Showing
  • Legal Document Preparation
  • Home Sale Negotiation
  • Virtual Tour Creation
  • Agent and Seller Communications
  • Market Research

Timeline

Licensed Residential Real Estate Broker

Windermere
10.2015 - Current

Photographer

Self Employed
01.1998 - Current

Web Producer

Sierra Online/WON.net/Flipside
01.1997 - 01.2001

Word Processor/Business Transcriptionist

Pacific NW Bell/U S WEST Telephone Company
12.1978 - 06.1994

Associate of Arts - Web Authoring

Bellevue Community College

No Degree - Desktop Publishing

Seattle Art Institute

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