Bachelor of Arts - Multimedia Design
University of Wisconsin - Stout
Menomonie, WI05.2013
Liz Klein
South Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Trained artistic professional with strong experience in traditional and modern approaches to the arts. Interested in creating stimulating lessons for all experience levels of students. Believes in value of collaboration and committed to fostering a classroom environment that encourages all students to think critically and expressively.
Education
Associate of Arts - Applied Photography
University of Wisconsin - Stout
Menomonie, WI05.2013
High School Diploma -
South Milwaukee High School
South Milwaukee, WI06.2008
Skills
- Adobe Suite / Microsoft Office
- Mac OS Proficient
- Image Manipulation
- Reliability and Adaptability
- Photo Imaging
- Client Satisfaction
- Multitasking Abilities
- Idea Brainstorming
- Brand Promotion
- Web Communications
- Merchandise Display
- Photo Editing
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Facebook Applications
- Marketing and Advertising
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Social Media Promotion
- Excellent Team Player
- Schedule Appointments
- Calendar Management
Work History
Self-Employed
Liz Klein Photography & Design, LLC
01.2015 - Current
- Determined objectives, set priorities and established and met target dates.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Downloaded, culled, categorized 2000+ images per session while providing artistic and technical image manipulation through use of Adobe Bridge, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Illustrator.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images, maintain quality, resulting in happy clients.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Held in-person, electronic, and phone consultations and meetings to help with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Maintained social media accounts on multiple platforms, recruited clients through social media, and manage socials through scheduling management software.
Photographer
School & Sport Pics
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Traveled with equipment to location and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Captured images for school yearbooks and sports teams for students ranging from 4 years old to 18 years old.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
Student Manager /Equipment Specialist
University Of Wisconsin-Stout
09.2011 - 05.2013
- Performed equipment quality checks, maintenance and repairs. Performed daily equipment checks to ensure all components were in working order.
- Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
- Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
- Patrolled activities areas to check on students and maximize safety and security protections.
- Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
- Assisted patrons with printing and copying according to personalized requirements.
- Maintained secure environment by monitoring visitors at front desk.
- Set up computer and digital device access, providing assistance with use and operation.
- Organized and maintained detailed records on equipment use, materials logs and circulation activities.
- Assisted patrons with operation of library photocopiers, microfiche and audio/visual equipment.
- Offered basic reference assistance to support information needs.
- Provided basic computer assistance to help patrons access needed resources.
Photographer
University Of Wisconsin-Stout
09.2011 - 05.2013
- Captured photos of events happening on or around University of WI-Stout campus. Including: various sporting events, public speakers, performances, conferences, and social activists. Anything 'newsworthy' was documented, edited, and submitted to design team and editor.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
Photography Lab Manager
University Of Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie, WI
04.2011 - 05.2013
- Trained new photo lab monitors to properly handle chemicals for developing images.
- Examined developed prints to determine defects such as broken lines, spots or blurs.
- Filled tanks of processing machines with solutions such as developer, dyes, stop-baths, fixers, bleaches and washes.
- Aided students in the digital lab with Adobe suite and general photography compositions/design.
- Aided students in dark room when using chemicals and maintained a clean, safe working environment.
Circulation Desk Worker
University Of Wisconsin-Stout
11.2009 - 09.2011
- Successfully completed check-in and check-out procedure for visitors taking or returning library books and audio materials daily.
- Delivered excellent guest services by answering inquiries from visitors.
- Answered questions from customers and staff.
- Organized shelves when patrons returned books.
- Showed library patrons where specific book collections were.
- Distributed reference materials to employees or customers.
- Maintained inventory records and verified what items were available and items being used for active projects.
Customer Service Representative
Walgreens
10.2006 - 03.2011
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
- Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Actively engaged customers to provide general assistance and information on store merchandise.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Answered incoming calls and emails to provide product information, features and benefits.
- Worked with loss prevention in monitoring shopper behavior.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
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