Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Maddy Baird

San Luis Obispo,CA

Summary

Reliable, trustworthy House Sitter with outstanding references. Experienced individual well-regarded in community for steadiness and common sense. Experience working with mainly cats and dogs. Dedicated to maximizing home owners satisfaction with proactive attention to their needs.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Store Manager

Avila Valley Barn
06.2020 - Current
  • Optimized store displays and appearance via strategic merchandising.
  • Created employee schedules to align coverage with forecasted demands.
  • Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
  • Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Managed store organization, maintenance, and purchasing functions.
  • Completed routine store inventories.
  • Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
  • Managed inventory control processes to restore back stock, control costs, and maintain sales floor levels to meet customer needs.
  • Submitted orders for new inventory.
  • Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.

Assistant Softball Coach

ASPIRE Softball Academy
03.2022 - 06.2023
  • Coached players on successful batting, pitching and catching techniques.
  • Helped players develop skills such as discipline and observation to further enhance team success.
  • Provided effective physical training and conditioning to meet player position requirements and team needs.
  • Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
  • Offered constructive feedback to the players to help reach goals.
  • Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
  • Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
  • Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
  • Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.

House Sitter

Myself
01.2022 - Current
  • Communicated with homeowner via phone or text.
  • Fed and walked pets, cleaning up after pets indoors and outdoors.
  • Cared for houseplants by frequently watering during owners' absence.
  • Fed and watered animals and replaced dirty bedding and litter boxes.
  • Performed light cleaning duties such as dusting, vacuuming, and wiping down bathrooms.
  • Secured locks and entryways to prevent unauthorized access by persons not approved by owners.
  • Brought in mail and newspaper to maintain appearance of activity at client residence.
  • Answered telephone and doorbell, took messages, and relayed information to owner.
  • Collected, forwarded or signed for mail, packages, or home services.
  • Responded with calm and professionalism in cases of emergencies arising at or near homes.
  • Developed and implemented individual care plans tailored to needs of each client.

Education

No Degree - Kinesiology

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA

Skills

  • Garden and Plant Care
  • Housekeeping
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Organizational skills
  • Pet Care
  • Reliability
  • Hiring and Training
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Inventory Control
  • Supplier Communication
  • Phone and Email Communication

Goals for the future

My aspirations as a future concert photographer are deeply rooted in a fervent desire to translate the electric atmosphere of live performances into captivating visual narratives. I am committed to refining my technical proficiency, mastering the interplay of light and composition, and staying abreast of cutting-edge photography equipment to ensure that my work not only captures the essence of each performance but also stands out in its artistic merit. Beyond merely documenting events, my goal is to create immersive and emotive images that resonate with viewers, offering a vicarious experience of the music and the visceral energy of the concert. I am driven by a passion to collaborate with musicians and industry professionals, forging connections that enhance the storytelling potential of my photographs. Through continuous learning, exploration of diverse musical genres, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, I aim to carve a niche for myself in the competitive world of concert photography, contributing my unique perspective to the rich tapestry of visual storytelling within the music industry.

Timeline

Assistant Softball Coach

ASPIRE Softball Academy
03.2022 - 06.2023

House Sitter

Myself
01.2022 - Current

Retail Store Manager

Avila Valley Barn
06.2020 - Current

No Degree - Kinesiology

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
Maddy Baird