Hi, I’m
Marie Pellinen
Senior Project Technician
Crockett,TX
Life is made up of a series of judgments on insufficient data, and if we waited to run down all our doubts, it would flow past us.
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Summary
Marie Pellinen Senior Project Technician successful keeping projects in line with schedule, budget and quality requirements. Adept at reading technical documents, updating records and tracking hours. Methodical and productive team player handles challenges proactively.
Overview
19
years of professional experience
19
years of post-secondary education
3
Certifications
Work History
Crockett PrintingCrockett, TX
Senior Project Technician
03.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Using design software to complete projects
- Revising projects based on client feedback
- Responsible for creating aesthetically pleasing images that accompany written text
- Help make design choices and create guidelines for how logos and other branding materials should be displayed and used
- Report progress and technical problems to project supervisor.
- Organized and updated documents, reports and spreadsheets for effective tracking and recordkeeping of activities.
- Monitored and tracked time and expenses in order to support clear billing practices.
- Managed over 25 projects at any given time
- Trained and mentored staff to work efficiently and accurately to accomplish goals under tight deadlines.
- Established and enforced project timelines and deadlines.
- Negotiated and managed project budgets to meet goals.
- Maintained strict compliance with safety and regulatory standards
Our Little Red SchoolhouseSpring, TX
Lead After-School Teacher
08.2004 - 11.2019
Job overview
- Provide variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use both in learning activities and in imaginative play
- Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips
- Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Communicated with parents and staff to discuss educational policies and activities and students' learning and behavioral problems.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, safe environment.
- Organized and stored toys and classroom materials to maintain order in activity areas.
- Monitored student attendance by collecting attendance rosters and overseeing attendance database.
- Prepared food and served meals and refreshments to 100 children.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
Chick-fil-AHouston, TX
Shift Leader
03.2017 - 09.2017
Job overview
- Overseeing operations when manager is absent
- Assigning duties to staff during shifts
- Managed 100s of customers during shift
- Providing customer service and managing complaints
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
Melissa Krauser EventsHouston, TX
Event Coordinator
01.2011 - 10.2014
Job overview
- Organize travel, hospitality, and other accommodations for VIP guest
- Worked as coordinator for two award-winning events, multi-day grand opening of The Asia Society Texas Center and Menil 25th Anniversary Contemporaries event
- Assist with Big Board Auction Fundraisers
- Oversee or perform event set-ups
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Communicated with catering, lighting and sound companies to obtain price quotes.
- Coordinated florists, photographers, and musicians for events.
- Attended conferences and events to stay up-to-date with industry trends and planning standards.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events
Education
University of HoustonHouston, TX
B.S. Hotel from Hotel And Restaurant Management
01.2011 - Current
University Overview
- Dean's List Fall 2011
- NACE Member
Lone Star CollegeHouston, TX
A.S from Hospitality Management
07.2003 - 05.2010
University Overview
- Dean's List Fall 2010
- NACE Member
Skills
Document coordination
Project development understanding
Problem-Solving
Teamwork and Collaboration
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Meeting planning
Vendor and contract negotiations
Venue selection
Organization and Time Management
Flexible and Adaptable
Decision-Making
Planning and Coordination
Cross-functional teams leadership
Health, hotel and food service regulations
Vendor relationship management
Project Management
Digital marketing
Certification
Customer Success, IBM SkillsBuild
Availability
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Timeline
Customer Success, IBM SkillsBuild
06-2023
Advanced Excel Bootcamp Training
11-2022
Foundations of Digital Management & E-Commerce , Google
07-2022
Senior Project Technician
Crockett Printing
03.2020 - Current
Shift Leader
Chick-fil-A
03.2017 - 09.2017
University of Houston
B.S. Hotel from Hotel And Restaurant Management
01.2011 - Current
Event Coordinator
Melissa Krauser Events
01.2011 - 10.2014
Lead After-School Teacher
Our Little Red Schoolhouse
08.2004 - 11.2019
Lone Star College
A.S from Hospitality Management
07.2003 - 05.2010