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Nonna Osipova-Edward

Assistant, Photographer
Glendale,CA
Nonna Osipova-Edward

Summary

I’m a versatile professional with a strong background in client management, social media marketing, and creative design. I thrive in team settings, always bringing a solution-focused attitude and supporting my teammates. With great customer service skills, I’m passionate about building strong relationships and delivering top-notch results for clients. My experience at Benjamin Eye Institute and in the event industry has helped me enhance customer satisfaction through clear communication and smooth operations. I’m skilled in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom and always aim to produce client-oriented, high-quality work.

Overview

9
years of professional experience
16
years of post-secondary education
2
Languages

Work History

Big Day Memories
Los Angeles, California

Lead Wedding Photographer
01.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
  • Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
  • Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Conducted pre-shoot consultations to discuss clients' needs and preferences for optimal results.
  • Increased social media engagement with captivating images that told compelling stories.
  • Researched new camera equipment and accessories.
  • Generated cost-effective solutions for client's photography needs.
  • Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
  • Interviewed 7-15 clients per month to determine photography preferences and requirements.

Self-employeed
Los Angeles, California

Photographer
03.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Directed wedding guests to pose for photographs.
  • Educated couples on best practices for posing during portrait sessions to achieve natural-looking results that showcased their personalities.
  • Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire planning process, from initial consultation to final product delivery.
  • Prepared lights and flashes to be used with cameras
  • Maximized image quality by using professional editing software and maintaining an organized digital workflow.
  • Calculated quotes for clients.
  • Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Managed team of photographers for special projects.
  • Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
  • Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Collaborated with other wedding vendors such as planners, florists, and venue coordinators to ensure smooth event operations.
  • Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
  • Interviewed 7-15 clients per month to determine photography preferences and requirements.

Self-employeed
Los Angeles, California

Event Photographer
01.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Determined and adjusted subject position, props, and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
  • Streamlined workflow with efficient organization of equipment, files, and schedules to maximize productivity during busy event seasons.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail when editing photos for consistent quality control across all deliverables.
  • Stayed current on industry trends by attending workshops, conferences, and networking events to continually refine photography skills and style.
  • Collaborated with event planners to ensure seamless integration of photography services into overall event timelines and logistics.
  • Provided pre-event consultations to discuss clients'' vision for their special occasions effectively translating those visions into stunning photographs capturing the spirit of the events.
  • Coordinated with vendors such as florists, caterers, and venue staff to ensure optimal positioning of photography subjects within event spaces.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Managed high call volume, ensuring timely response and effective resolution to all customer concerns.

Benjamin Eye Institute
West Hollywood, California

Ophthalmic Medical Assistant
04.2016 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Decreased instances of billing errors through meticulous verification of insurance coverage prior to services rendered.
  • Maintained inventory of medical supplies and tools to address needs of patients.
  • Presented preliminary medical evaluation of clinical patients, delivering comprehensive reports to physicians.
  • Ensured timely treatment for patients by efficiently managing daily appointment schedules and promptly preparing exam rooms.
  • Opening and closing protocols
  • EMR: EMA
  • Administering drops
  • Goldman applanation
  • Refractions
  • Obtaining Medical history/ surgery history/ Oral & topical Medication/Chief complaint/ Family history and etc
  • Visual acuity distance and near/ Visual fields to confrontation testing
  • Pachymetry/ Nikon Fundus Photography/ Zeiss OCT/ Corneal Topography/Pentacam/ IOL Master/ etc...

Experience

  • Front desk receptionist
  • Training new employees
  • Pre-testing
  • Technician work-ups
  • Assisting Physician during examination and procedures
  • E-RX/Faxes and pharmacy calls. Opening and closing protocols
  • EMR: EMA
  • Administering drops
  • Goldman applanation
  • Refractions
  • Obtaining Medical history/ surgery history/ Oral & topical Medication/Chief complaint/ Family history and etc
  • Visual acuity distance and near/ Visual fields to confrontation testing
  • Pachymetry/ Nikon Fundus Photography/ Zeiss OCT/ Corneal Topography/Pentacam/ IOL Master/ etc...

Macy's
Burbank, CA

Sales Advisor
11.2015 - 03.2016

Job overview

  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Listened to customer details and offered matching solutions to meet wide range of requirements.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales goals and improve overall performance.
  • Assisted customers with after-sales support, resolving issues quickly and maintaining high satisfaction levels.

Education

School #30
Stavropol, Russia

High School Diploma
09.1993 - 06.2004

Stavropol State University
Stavropol, Russia

Bachelor from Marketing And Advertising
09.2004 - 06.2009

Skills

Client management

Timeline

Lead Wedding Photographer

Big Day Memories
01.2024 - Current

Photographer

Self-employeed
03.2018 - Current

Event Photographer

Self-employeed
01.2018 - Current

Ophthalmic Medical Assistant

Benjamin Eye Institute
04.2016 - 08.2021

Sales Advisor

Macy's
11.2015 - 03.2016

Stavropol State University

Bachelor from Marketing And Advertising
09.2004 - 06.2009

School #30

High School Diploma
09.1993 - 06.2004
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