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Malia Weaver

Colorado Springs,Colorado

Summary

Self-directed event coordinator with over two years of experience creating strategic alliances with organizational leaders to align with and support key business initiatives for on-time, under-budget event completion. Organized and ambitious planner with expertise in managing costs and budgets while establishing partnerships with vendors for optimal savings. Customer-oriented time manager and decisive leader. Dedicated Photographer exhibiting true love for craft, art and science of photography process. Seasoned professional at using camera lenses, controls and composition to capture stunning results. Consistently enhancing creative insight through projects and professional workshops. Talented Tutor offering outstanding communication and problem-solving skills. Fosters positive learning environment by encouraging students to develop individual skills. Specializing in 1:1 instruction, team collaboration and relations with students, parents and support staff.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Event Planner

Self Employed
06.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
  • Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
  • Conferred with event staff at event site to coordinate details.
  • Performed face-to-face meetings to finalize contract for services and event details.
  • Supervised 10 helpers and co-workers.
  • Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.
  • Reviewed event bills to confirm accuracy and approve payment.

Photographer

Self Employed
01.2023 - Current
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location shoots.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
  • Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
  • Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
  • Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
  • Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
  • Collaborated with clients to create engaging photo albums.
  • Monitored trends in photography to stay current in industry.
  • Researched new camera equipment and accessories.

Tutor

Jamo Learning
01.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
  • Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Marketing

UCCS
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2025

Associate of Science - General Education

PPSC
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2023

Skills

  • Organization
  • Baker
  • Photographer
  • Excel
  • Staffing Oversight
  • Location Scouting
  • Photo Editing
  • Adobe Light Room
  • Student Advocacy
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Able to teach an individual how to read

Accomplishments

    Planned a wedding and completed all of the following tasks at the same time.

  • Day of coordinator.
  • Baked the cake.
  • Photographed the rehearsal.

Timeline

Event Planner

Self Employed
06.2023 - Current

Photographer

Self Employed
01.2023 - Current

Tutor

Jamo Learning
01.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Business Marketing

UCCS

Associate of Science - General Education

PPSC
Malia Weaver