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Nicole Mills

Conifer,CO

Summary

Dynamic professional with a strong background in animal care and conservation, honed through experience with bird and raptor rehabilitation and care, data collection and entry with Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and experience in entomology collections at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Proven ability in project management and client engagement, complemented by creativity in marketing. Committed to achieving goals while fostering teamwork and maintaining meticulous attention to detail in all endeavors. Strong work ethic, adaptability, time management skills, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills. Creative, highly strategic, and possessing excellent leadership and client relations abilities. Professional and outgoing, with success in building relationships and attracting new clients.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Animal Husbandry Volunteer

Birds of Prey Foundation
Broomfield, Colorado
01.2026 - Current
  • Assisting in daily care and feeding of raptors and other birds, as well as feeder animals like mice, rats, and quail.
  • Supporting rehabilitation programs for injured or orphaned birds of prey.
  • Collaborating with staff and other volunteers to maintain clean and safe habitats for birds, and create a positive work environment.
  • Following directions from supervisors and completing tasks within the appropriate timeframe.

Owner/Founder

Inquisitive Photography and Artistry
Conifer, CO
07.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw all aspects of operations, including product development, marketing, sales, customer service, and finance.
  • Established brand identity through creative photography and artistry concepts.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their artistic vision and requirements.
  • Promoted artwork through online platforms such as Etsy or Instagram.

Data Collection and Survey Volunteer

Colorado Parks and Wildlife & CBMN
Denver, Colorado
05.2025 - 10.2025
  • Conducted butterfly surveys and collected data across various Colorado habitats.
  • Maintained accurate records of observations and contributed to research initiatives.
  • Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within the appropriate timeframe.
  • Collected and submitted data efficiently throughout the survey period.

Entomology Volunteer

Denver Museum of Nature and Science
Denver, CO
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within the appropriate timeframe.
  • Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
  • Coleoptera and Lepidoptera specimen pinning, cleaning, and mounting.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Oregon State University Ecampus
Corvallis, OR
06-2027

Skills

  • Entrepreneurial and Innovative
  • Business Development
  • Client Engagement
  • Organizational Structuring
  • Customer Acquisition
  • Marketing and Partnership Building
  • Strategic Thinking and Vision
  • Goal Setting
  • Project Management
  • Creativity
  • Animal handling and care
  • Research assistance
  • Data collection and entry
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration and positive attitude
  • Time management
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Conservation Science

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
American Sign Language
Elementary

Timeline

Animal Husbandry Volunteer

Birds of Prey Foundation
01.2026 - Current

Data Collection and Survey Volunteer

Colorado Parks and Wildlife & CBMN
05.2025 - 10.2025

Entomology Volunteer

Denver Museum of Nature and Science
04.2024 - 08.2024

Owner/Founder

Inquisitive Photography and Artistry
07.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Zoology

Oregon State University Ecampus
Nicole Mills