Mae Alger
Summary
Born and raised in Burlington, Vermont. I enjoy video games, baking sweets and supporting my local art scene. Dependable, reliable and hardworking with basic cleaning, sanitizing and management skills. I am a motivated person ready to help, learn and contribute to success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Portrait Photographer
Mae Alger Photography
Burlington, VT
03.2019 - Current
- 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.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
Personal Care Attendant
Aris Solutions
Winooski, Vermont
08.2013 - 05.2023
- Worked with two young adults on the Autism spectrum
- Promoted appropriate social skills to participate more fully within the community
- Effectively communicated and collaborated with family members to address goals and activities.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
Dough Prep
Willow's Bagels
Burlington, VT
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Prepared all varieties of doughs in accordance with the production schedule
- Kept the kitchen work areas cleaned and properly sanitized
- Works closely with staff to execute large orders
- Follow safe work practices when working with and cleaning various pieces of bakery equipment.
Development Associate
The DREAM Program
South Burlington, Vermont
08.2016 - 11.2017
- Provides research and development assistance to Development Director
- Works in collaboration with the development team on donor engagement, grants, fundraising events and to recruit alumni interest in major events
- Assists with the development and implementation of DREAM's branding and communication initiatives
- Helps coordinate other fundraising campaigns, special projects or ongoing major funding programs
- Daily tasks include donation processing in salesforce, program roster and data tracking upkeep, donor relations, posting updates on DREAM's social media pages and other tasks assigned by the Development Director.
- Designed, planned, organized and directed orientation and training programs for employees, mentors and mentees.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Management of Creative Media
Community College of Vermont
Winooski, VT05.2015
High School - Computer Animation and Web Page design
Center for Technology - Essex
Essex, VT06.2013
Skills
- Able to work independently or as part of a team
- Creative problem solver
- Quick learner
- Attention to detail
- Positive attitude
- Able to keep cool under pressure
References
- Tyler Bean, Willow's, Burlington, VT, Owner, tyler@willowsbagels.com
- Mike Foote, The DREAM Program, South Burlington, VT, Development Director, mfoote@dreamprogram.org, (802) 578-5978
- Ashleigh Ellsworth-Keller, The DREAM Program, Fletcher, VT, Camp DREAM Director, ashleigh@dreamprogram.org, (802) 338-8979
Personal Information
Title: Creative Media Artist and Youth Advocate
Timeline
Portrait Photographer
Mae Alger Photography
03.2019 - Current
Dough Prep
Willow's Bagels
06.2018 - 07.2019
Development Associate
The DREAM Program
08.2016 - 11.2017
Personal Care Attendant
Aris Solutions
08.2013 - 05.2023
Bachelor's Degree - Management of Creative Media
Community College of Vermont
High School - Computer Animation and Web Page design
Center for Technology - Essex