Open To Work
Mary Vanderbeek
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-Time Welcome Center/Childwatch
YMCA
Norfolk, Nebraska
12.2023 - Current
- Welcome members, assist with inquiries, provide tours, oversee and manage behavior in all age groups to create a positive environment.
- Complete day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently to ensure safety and comfort of all members.
- Work with a diverse group of coworkers and members to accomplish goals and address issues related to our services.
- Resolve member issues with knowledgeable and friendly service, promoting high customer satisfaction.
- Identify customer needs promptly and efficiently, enhancing overall service experience.
Photographer
Self-Employed
Norfolk, Nebraska
11.2019 - Current
- Capture high-quality images for various events and personal projects, and edit photographs using industry-standard software for optimal presentation.
- Create original marketing material to promote, regulate and enhance business.
- Cultivate strong client relationships by effectively communicating and understanding their needs.
- Coordinate photo shoots by managing locations, equipment, and schedules.
- Provide guidance to aspiring photographers on techniques and best practices.
- Develop creative concepts and themes for photo shoots in collaboration with clients.
- Establish contracts and fees with clients, ensuring clear communication of deliverables.
- Monitor photography trends and styles to integrate current technologies and practices into work.
Assistant Creative Director
Mikey C Productions
Wayne, Nebraska
11.2017 - 12.2023
- Managed workflow and project timelines, delivering multiple projects that consistently met client and employer expectations.
- Ensured adherence to brand guidelines across campaigns, maintaining visual consistency and brand identity.
- Reviewed all work before submission to ensure quality standards were met.
- Completed photojournalism articles and public media platform marketing visuals including ads.
- Communicated with school staff and community members to ensure positive experiences with our products and services.
- Represented our company in the community by attending meetings, events, speaking publicly and wearing our company merchandise.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within existing processes or procedures.
- Maintained, assembled and cared for company equipment and software.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Studio Arts
Wayne State College
12-2019
Skills
- Project management and curation
- Photography techniques and digital editing
- Marketing strategy and brand management
- Website maintenance
- Team collaboration and problem solving
- Equipment maintenance
- Trend analysis and strategic planning
- Budget/money management
- Microsoft, Canva and Adobe educated
- AI educated, but not reliant
- Remote office availability
- Public speaking
- Social media and media outlet experience
- CPR certified
Skills
- Project management and curation
- Photography techniques and digital editing
- Marketing strategy and brand management
- Website maintenance
- Team collaboration and problem solving
- Equipment maintenance
- Trend analysis and strategic planning
- Budget/money management
- Microsoft, Canva and Adobe educated
- AI educated, but not reliant
- Remote office availability
- Public speaking
- Social media and media outlet experience
- CPR certified
Accomplishments
- Leadership Wayne Class of 2019
- The Nebraska Press Association Award - 1st Place, Class D Special Single Selection - 2024 Better Newspaper Competition Among Nebraska Newspapers
Volunteer Work
- YMCA - Membership Events and Activities
- Nebraska Organizing Project - Initiative Development
- The 4th Street Space - Director
- First Fridays - Coordinator, Outreach and Media Management
- River Point Creative District - Customer Service, Event Hosting and Coordination
Portfolio
These are private links to my past and current original projects, as well as example works created for this specific application.
- YMCA example work and processes:
https://trueview.lightfolio.com/gallery/ymca-2
- Other ads and social media marketing materials:
https://trueview.lightfolio.com/gallery/graphics
References
- Michael Carnes
Former Employer at Mikey C Productions
(402)660-9682
mike@mikeycproductions.com
- Kevin Petersen
Colleague and Publisher at the Wayne Herald
(402)375-2600
publisher@wayneherald.com
- Joseph Rathe
Colleague and Former Director of the 4th Street Space
(402)450-8636
jcr2627@gmail.com
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Part TimeFull TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteSalary Range
$20/hr - $300/hrTimeline
Part-Time Welcome Center/Childwatch
YMCA
12.2023 - Current
Photographer
Self-Employed
11.2019 - Current
Assistant Creative Director
Mikey C Productions
11.2017 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Studio Arts
Wayne State College