Krista Cox
Jackson,TN
Summary
I am an award-winning professional photographer with an entrepreneur heart. I have always been a hard-working and goal oriented business owner. I'm the owner of two successful businesses with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations. I'm creative and motivated at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. I thrive in group/team dynamics with the goal always to better the company/business. I'm skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies. I'm an experienced supervisor leading team members with on-time job completion and always maintaining professionalism. I'm also very equipped to assign tasks, train employees, provide feedback, mediate interpersonal conflicts and implement company procedures. I have excellent communication and listening skills. I provide leadership and vision which drives teams to meet goals.
I am a kind and motivating leader, recognized for success in guiding teams and boosting performance. I'm a practical problem-solver with an excellent ability to provide conflict resolution skills to drive team and organizational success. I'm an energetic supervisor who leads by example. I am successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish aggressive goals. I am also dedicated to open, communicative culture where employees feel empowered to contribute to company's success.
My main objective in both of my current jobs is to create profitable businesses while providing a joyful, professional and positive atmosphere for both my employees and clients alike. Customer service and professionalism mean a great deal to me.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Eader House
Self Employed
09.2022 - Current
- Owner/Operator.
- Managed many construction teams to meet deadlines and get the jobs done.
- Created a positive environment for employees and clients alike.
- Partnered with the community to build relationships and partnerships in future projects and events.
- Increased team productivity by streamlining communication and implementing effective project management strategies.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth, resulting in increased revenue and market share.
- Managed budgets and resources, ensuring optimal allocation towards achieving organizational objectives.
- Spearheaded process improvements, leading to enhanced efficiency and cost savings across various departments.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop leadership skills and advance their careers within the organization.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and partners, securing favorable terms that aligned with business requirements.
- Cultivated strong relationships with the community, improving overall satisfaction and trust in leadership capabilities.
- Analyzed data trends to inform decision making processes, leading to more informed choices for future actions.
- Directed high-impact projects from conception to completion, consistently delivering on time and within budget constraints.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Trained employees on venue directing and assigned duties.
- Maintained team flexibility and embraced change to adapt within dynamic markets.
- Attended industry events to represent organization and build professional network.
- Worked with colleagues to create prototypes for designs and training materials.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
- Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
- Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Krista Joy Photography
Self Employed
10.2007 - Current
- Owner/Operator of KJP for the past 17 years.
- Restarted this business 4 times with every move our family made.
- Every start-over has been more successful based on what I have learned and put into practice over the years.
- Highly professional and kind.
- Organized and able to handle many projects at one time.
- Improved client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality photo editing and retouching services.
- Enhanced studio efficiency by maintaining and organizing photographic equipment for easy access during shoots.
- Collaborated with photographers to develop creative concepts for various projects, resulting in visually impactful images.
- Streamlined post-production workflows by effectively managing digital assets, ensuring timely delivery of final products.
- Increased repeat business through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in fulfilling client requests.
- Assisted photographers on location, setting up lighting and props for optimal visual results.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients by proactively addressing concerns and providing solutions to issues that arose during projects.
- Contributed to increased revenue by upselling additional photography services such as prints, albums, and framing options to clients.
- Reduced production time with efficient digital file management, enabling faster turnaround times for completed projects.
- Ensured consistent image quality across multiple platforms through expert color correction and calibration techniques.
- Supported marketing efforts by creating visually engaging promotional materials featuring the studio''s work.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism while interacting with clients during photoshoots, fostering positive experiences and referrals.
- Expanded clientele base through effective networking at industry events, leading to new partnerships and collaborations.
- Conducted detailed pre-production research for each project, ensuring accurate representation of subjects in final images.
- Kept up to date on industry trends and advancements in photographic technology to stay competitive in the market.
- Optimized studio resources by implementing an inventory management system for tracking equipment usage and maintenance needs.
- Increased overall productivity by training junior staff members on best practices for photography techniques and equipment use.
- Delivered exceptional results under tight deadlines through efficient multitasking and prioritization of tasks during peak periods of operation.
- Provided guidance on posing techniques to clients, ensuring natural and authentic expressions in final images.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication and collaboration among team members.
- Assessed customer needs and examined order contents to identify processing requirements and timelines.
- Operated photo department cash register to scan items and process checks and credit card transactions.
- Examined developed prints to determine defects such as broken lines, spots or blurs.
- Utilized Lightroom and Photoshop to perform photo editing, retouching and restoration.
- Provided high level of assistance to customers regarding special photo projects.
- Accepted and completed in-person and online orders for photographs and photo merchandise.
- Managed escalated customer orders to meet aggressive deadlines and special orders.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Intercultural Studies & Youth Ministry/Photography
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
Saint Paul, MN05.2006
Skills
- Award Winning Photographer
- Professional Photographer
- CEO/COO of Eader House & Krista Joy Photography
- Owner of two successful businesses
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Continuous Self/Professional Improvements
- Process Improvement
- Contract Oversight
- Analytical Thinking
- Emotional Intelligence
- Organizational Skills
- Visionary Thinking
- Technical Expertise
- Goal Setting
- Delegation Skills
- Team Building
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management
- Public Speaking
- Strategic Planning
- Change Management
- Effective Communication
- Influencing Others
- Performance Management
- Decision Making
- Motivating Teams
- Coaching Abilities
- Multicultural Awareness
- Creative Thinking
- Active Listening
- Project Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Data Analytics
- Inventory Control
- Schedule Development
- Operations Management
- Business Development
- Staff Management
- Business Administration
- Processes and Procedures
- Expectation Setting
- Policy Enforcement
- Contract Management
- Negotiation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Goal-Oriented
- Training and Mentoring
- Industrial Hygiene
- Priority Management
- Project Planning
- Program Evaluation
Accomplishments
- Been featured in magazines, blogs, websites and billboards for my photography work.
- Successfully hired and partnered with other photographers for bigger projects.
- Taught Photography at JCS.
- Have mentored three now professional photographers.
- Eader House has been featured in magazines and professional websites in the wedding community.
- Collaborated with team of 8 businesses in the development of A Classic Christmas in Haywood at Eader House.
- Supervised teams of 5 staff members.
Timeline
Eader House
Self Employed
09.2022 - Current
Krista Joy Photography
Self Employed
10.2007 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Intercultural Studies & Youth Ministry/Photography
University of Northwestern - St. Paul