MELISSA GRADY
Land O' Lakes,FL
Summary
Highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at quickly mastering new skills and working effectively unsupervised.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Photographer
MELISSA O PHOTOGRAPHY
SIGONELLA
09.2011 - 09.2024
- Develop film, print photos, and make digital copies of existing photos.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Organize and store digital photographs, negatives, and prints in an orderly fashion.
- Create portfolios for clients to showcase work.
- Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
- Advise on appropriate poses, props, and backgrounds for each shot taken.
- Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
- Research trends in photography styles to stay up-to-date with current technologies and practices.
- Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
- Ensure safety of people involved in photo sessions by following all applicable laws and regulations.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Manage, update, and communicate via all social media outlets.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
Executive Assistant
SCiFi Foods
San Francisco, CA
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Organized and managed complex calendar of appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements for executive team.
- Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
- Provided administrative support in preparing contracts, invoices, purchase orders, and other documentation required for daily business activities.
- Monitored incoming emails and responded accordingly in a timely manner.
- Conducted research on various topics as requested by executives or senior management personnel.
- Managed all aspects of catering needs for special events hosted by the organization.
- Scheduled appointments for executives with external parties such as vendors or suppliers.
- Scheduled and arranged travel and hotel reservations for meetings, conferences and seminars.
- Participated in frequent communication with other administrative team members, human resources and finance department on special projects and events.
- Coordinated with internal departments on a regular basis to ensure efficient functioning of day-to-day operations.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from customers or clients regarding products or services offered by the company.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY
SAINT LEO, FLORIDA06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Workforce Education And Development
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY CARBONDALE
CARBONDALE, ILLINOIS12.2008
High School Diploma -
RIDGEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
NEW PORT RICHEY, FLORIDA06-1999
Skills
- Photoshop
- Lightroom
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Scheduling
- Customer Service
- Executive Support
- Task Delegation
- Relationship Building
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
Awards
- 5x publication in The Wandering Photographer Magazine
- 4x Publication in The Signature Newspaper
- WEDAWARD International Wedding Photography Awards
- International Baby Photography Award Winner
- Two Day invitation to work with the White House Press Staff during the presidential visit
Timeline
Executive Assistant
SCiFi Foods
06.2019 - 07.2023
Owner/Photographer
MELISSA O PHOTOGRAPHY
09.2011 - 09.2024
MBA - Business Administration
SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Workforce Education And Development
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY CARBONDALE
High School Diploma -
RIDGEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
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