LORALEI HURLOCK

Employed as a part of a team to capture high school and college graduation ceremonies with the ultimate goal of generating sales:

• Assembling backdrops and performing test shots for multiple predetermined shots to ensure for a seamless event.
• Capturing PR related imagery before, during, and after the ceremony.
• Setting up audio recorders and collecting students information cards to ensure an precise sequence.
• Directing students during the photography process to ensure a smoothly ran event.
• Set up lighting equipment and backdrops for studio shoots to create desired effects.
• Maintained camera gear, lenses, and other equipment in proper working condition.
• Kept equipment operational, repairing and correcting basic faults.
• Positioned and assembled equipment for events and demonstrations.
• Tested apparatus and verified functionality before events.

Capitalizing on people skills and capturing their highlighted moments:

• Hired to capture special events such as wedding ceremonies / receptions, birthdays, and baby showers, creating memorable moments that will delight clients for years to come.
• Collaborating with clients to discuss their needs and preferences for photo sessions.
• Contracted to assist in editing portraits for tombstones, sometimes having to heavily restore images using Adobe Photoshop.
• Editing and retouching photos using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to ensure consistent quality.
• Provided guidance on posing techniques for portrait subjects during individual or group sessions.

Performed various clerical duties that ensured everyone from our customers to our technicians were taken care of:

• Greeted visitors at reception and over the phone, answering questions and providing information about our services.
• Managed and updated inventory, as I ordered and dispatched parts to the technicians for specific jobs.
• Kept-up the Cruise America RV Rentals and completed the scheduling, rentals, returns on all vehicles.
• Managed Uhaul scheduling, rentals, returns and maintenance on all vehicles and trailers.
• Managed inventory of office supplies and placed orders when needed.
• Operated office equipment, such as printers, scanners, and fax machines.

Assisted the Sales Director with administrative tasks and scheduling: clients from potential leads: Answered phones, made cold calls, emailed, and designed and mailed promotional material to those moving

• Answered Sales calls, as well as made cold calls by phone, email, and mail.
• Supported sales team operations by managing incoming leads, documenting communication and preparing proposals.
• Coordinated and scheduled appointments for sales representatives and clients.
• Cemented positive relationships from first connection with new sales leads.
• Maintained and organized our digital and physical files to ensure the sales department ran smoothly.
• I collaborated with marketing department to develop promotional materials for prospective clients.

Provided the owner, engineers, and clients with assistance to ensure operations ran smoothly in all aspects.

• Maintained clean and organized workspace to promote productivity.
• Oversaw daily office operations and ensured smooth workflow.
• Sorted and distributed incoming mail to office staff.
• Created and maintained social media platforms and the company blog.
• Answered phone calls and directed them to appropriate personnel.
• Prioritized tasks independently to best support office needs.
• Assisted with recruitment process by reviewing resumes and scheduling interviews.
• Greeted visitors upon arrival and provided them with necessary information or assistance.

Began as a front desk administrative assistant and was later promoted to Irrigation scheduling and billing, contract renewals, handled all company cell phones, and performed some photography when needed.

• Answered phones, entered timesheet data, maintained office supplies, and ordered, programmed, and managed all company cell phones.
• Corresponded with field managers and homeowners to solve irrigation issues as quickly as possible.
• Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and trust-building efforts.
• Photographed and documented landscapes for private homes and maintained communities.
• Ordered, programmed, and maintained company cell phones.

Employed to run the front desk of the hotel, help guests, and perform the night audit shift.

• Managed smooth check-outs with polished charge explanations, payment collection and statement preparation.
• Maintained an organized front desk area, including updating informational materials and brochures.
• Educated guests about area attractions, top restaurants, and available services.
• Provided local area information, recommendations, and directions to guests as needed.
• Verified guest information and payment methods upon check-in.
• Handled cash transactions accurately while maintaining balanced cash drawer.
• Updated room inventory in hotel management system regularly.
• Prepared daily reports on occupancy rates and revenue generation.
• Conducted regular walk-throughs of public spaces to maintain cleanliness standards.
• Processed reservations made over phone, online, or in person.

Interned under the photography department during photo shoots and post-production of the magazine:

• Retouched and digitally prepared images for print and online use.
• Communicated with clients to set up photo shoots and pick-ups for props.
• Produced all imagery for a 3-page spread about native grasses, published in SRQ Magazine August 2012 Issue.