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Mary Fisher

Mechanicsville,VA

Summary

Dynamic freelance artist and former dog trainer at Dog Lovers Obedience School and Silver Linings Canines LLC, adept at fostering client relationships and delivering creative designs. Proven ability to manage multiple projects while ensuring high-quality outcomes. Skilled in public speaking and business management, consistently enhancing client satisfaction through personalized consultations and innovative training solutions.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Artist

Self-employed
04.2019 - Current
  • Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
  • Successfully balanced multiple commissioned projects, delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.
  • Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.
  • Experimented with variety of styles and techniques to produce unique works of art.
  • Utilized digital techniques to create and enhance artwork.

Dog Trainer

Dog Lovers Obedience School
02.2024 - 02.2025
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Dog Trainer

Silver Linings Canines LLC
07.2022 - 02.2024
  • Evaluated dogs'' progress during training sessions, adjusting techniques according to unique temperaments and learning styles.
  • Observed dogs in various settings to determine behavioral concerns and problems.
  • Consulted with owners to discuss behavioral concerns and determine final goals.
  • Strengthened relationships between handlers and working dogs by facilitating bonding exercises designed to build trust and mutual understanding.
  • Developed online training platform to reach wider audience, offering effective training solutions for remote clients.
  • Improved client satisfaction with personalized training sessions, focusing on achieving specific behavioral goals set by pet owners.
  • Elevated public safety by training service dogs for individuals with disabilities, ensuring reliable assistance in various settings.
  • Delivered public presentations to educate public on animal training and behavior.
  • Tracked metrics such as overall health, behaviors, and diet to isolate and address concerns.

Pet Stylist Apprentice

Petsmart
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Maintained a clean and organized salon environment, ensuring a positive experience for both pets and their owners.
  • Demonstrated empathy and understanding when working with pets who may be anxious or fearful during their grooming appointments, taking extra care to ensure their comfort throughout the process.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly learning new tools, products, and techniques as required within the salon setting.
  • Built trust with clients by carefully handling their pets and addressing any questions or concerns they had about the grooming process.
  • Contributed to a positive work atmosphere by maintaining a professional demeanor and actively engaging in tasks that support overall salon success.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks such as booking appointments, processing payments, or updating client records when necessary for seamless business operations.
  • Supported other team members during busy periods, fostering a collaborative work environment and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
  • Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.

Dog Trainer

Dog Lovers Obedience School
12.2019 - 02.2022
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
  • Leveraged social media tools effectively to create buzz around events, driving increased registrations and engagement.
  • Maintained clean training arena for group classes.
  • Imparted valuable knowledge on nutrition and exercise routines to clients, contributing to overall canine health improvement.
  • Maintained industry relevance by actively participating in professional development opportunities, including workshops, seminars, and conferences focused on new canine training methodologies and emerging trends.
  • Instructed group classes to teach essential obedience commands, fostering well-behaved pets in various settings.
  • Maintained detailed records of each dog''s progress throughout the duration of training programs, enabling data-driven adjustments when needed.
  • Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
  • Optimized posting schedules based on platform-specific analytics to maximize content visibility.
  • Developed comprehensive social media strategy to enhance online presence.
  • Increased follower engagement with interactive content and timely responses to comments.

Education

High School Diploma -

Atlee High School
Mechanicsville, VA
01-2020

Skills

  • Teamwork and cooperation

  • Excellent team player

  • Superb attention to detail

  • Client relationships

  • Public speaking

  • Business management

  • Client consultations

  • Superior time management

  • Networking skills

  • Creative design

  • Business sense

Timeline

Dog Trainer

Dog Lovers Obedience School
02.2024 - 02.2025

Dog Trainer

Silver Linings Canines LLC
07.2022 - 02.2024

Pet Stylist Apprentice

Petsmart
02.2022 - 05.2022

Dog Trainer

Dog Lovers Obedience School
12.2019 - 02.2022

Freelance Artist

Self-employed
04.2019 - Current

High School Diploma -

Atlee High School

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