Paul Fitzsimmons
Gloucester,VA
Summary
Spiritual Pastor with 8 years of experience in Unity ministry. Accomplished in helping community members strengthen relationships with God by guiding individuals throughout service activities.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Minister
Unity Fellowship Church
04.2017 - 08.2021
- Complete ministerial duties, to include, conducting services, managing office staff, offering guidance in spiritual matters, property maintenance, conducting work shops, book studies, ground upkeep and more.
- Fostered welcoming atmosphere within church, leading to increased attendance and active participation in worship services.
- Organized and coordinated special events such as guest speaker series or holiday celebrations to foster unity among congregation members.
- Enhanced congregation engagement by delivering thought-provoking sermons and incorporating multimedia presentations.
- Strengthened community outreach programs by collaborating with local organizations to provide support for underserved populations.
- Provided compassionate counseling services for individuals dealing with personal crises or seeking spiritual guidance.
- Conducted weddings, funerals, baptisms, confirmations, dedications ceremonies with sensitivity to individual beliefs.
- Supervised church staff and volunteers, fostering a collaborative environment that encouraged teamwork and commitment to shared goals.
- Mentored junior ministers, providing guidance on sermon development, pastoral care techniques, and community outreach strategies.
- Initiated interfaith dialogue events, promoting understanding and cooperation among diverse religious groups within the community.
- Recruited talented musicians who provided uplifting music during worship services, enhancing the overall spiritual experience for attendees.
- Oversaw facility maintenance efforts, ensuring a clean and inviting space for worshipers to gather each week.
- Managed church finances responsibly, utilizing resources effectively to support ongoing ministries and projects.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Driver
Uber/Lyft
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Pick up and deliver customers to their destination using UBER/Lyft technical package
Visual Information Specialist
Bowhead Support Services-Enterprise Multimedia Center
11.2010 - 11.2014
- Senior Audiovisual Information Specialist, Plan, schedule, produce, direct, supervise Audiovisual Department
- Used database to research, gather, analyze and present data.
- Assisted patrons with complex research inquiries, providing expert guidance and personalized support throughout the process.
- Achieved client confidence and protected operations by keeping information confidential.
- Collaborated with IT department to develop custom web applications, increasing efficiency in information retrieval tasks.
- Served as a subject matter expert in information science, providing consultation services to other departments and participating in cross-functional projects as needed.
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities, staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies within the field of information science.
- Identified project requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and existing clients.
- Designed and facilitated training workshops for staff members on various topics, such as database management and research techniques, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the organization.
- Routed incoming mail and messages to relevant personnel without delay.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
Audio Visual Technician
US Army, Enterprise Multimedia Center
10.2004 - 05.2012
- Senior Audiovisual Information Specialist, Plan, schedule, produce, direct, supervise Audiovisual Department
- Set up projectors, laptops and microphones for live presentations.
- Tested and calibrated audio and visual equipment to verify proper operation.
- Managed cables and power distribution systems effectively to maintain a neat appearance while ensuring safety.
- Optimized sound quality by conducting thorough sound checks prior to each event start time.
- Ensured safety compliance during installation and operation of audiovisual equipment, minimizing risk to staff and attendees.
- Calibrated projectors for optimal image quality at various venues according to screen size and lighting conditions.
- Provided technical support to event staff and presenters, reducing technical issues and delays.
- Collaborated with event planners to determine appropriate audiovisual solutions, resulting in successful events.
- Enhanced event experiences by setting up and operating audiovisual equipment for various venues.
- Participated in pre-event walk throughs with clients to discuss their specific needs and expectations from the AV setup.
- Trained event staff on proper use of audio and visual equipment.
- Monitored and adjusted sound and lighting levels to optimize live event performance.
- Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
- Programmed and operated audio-visual equipment to support seamless live events.
- Streamlined troubleshooting processes for technical issues, ensuring minimal downtime during events.
- Guided decision-makers with technical advice on product selection and operation.
- Managed inventory of audiovisual equipment, maintaining optimal functionality and availability for clients.
- Stayed current with industry trends and technology advancements, implementing new techniques into daily work practices when applicable.
- Executed client consultations to determine audio-visual needs for events.
- Collaborated with directors and camera crews to lay out filming sequences and equipment requirements.
- Met budget targets with optimal formats, content choices and mediums to meet objectives.
Gallery Assistant
The Desert Son
03.1987 - 09.1990
- Acted as liaison between gallery and outside vendors, such as art framers or transportation companies, ensuring timely and cost-effective services.
- Addressed visitor service issues and resolved each situation to enable optimum outcome for visitor and gallery.
- Maintained detailed artwork descriptions and artist biographies in central database to facilitate accurate delivery of information to visitors.
- Assisted in creation of engaging social media content to increase online visibility for gallery's exhibitions and events.
- Corresponded with gallery clients to inform of available artwork that complied with preset style and price parameters.
- Informed visitors of exhibit features and highlights to promote enriching gallery experiences.
- Streamlined daily operations by managing front desk tasks such as answering phones and emails, scheduling appointments, and greeting visitors.
- Assisted curators in developing meaningful content for exhibition catalogues or wall text.
- Strengthened relationships with collectors, artists, and other arts professionals through regular networking at industry events.
- Assisted marketing team with creation and posting of website and social media content to promote gallery to current and potential customers.
Gallery Associate
James Reid Limited (JRL)
03.1983 - 12.1986
- Contributed to marketing efforts through social media promotion, attracting a wider audience to the gallery''s events and exhibitions.
- Coordinated special events such as lectures or workshops, fostering a sense of community among artists and patrons alike.
- Compiled visitor feedback and analytics data, aiding in the continuous improvement of gallery operations and enhancing overall satisfaction among patrons.
- Assisted in the curation of new exhibits, ensuring a diverse and captivating selection of artwork for display.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
- Developed rapport and fostered brand loyalty by offering personalized service.
- Upsold additional products and services to increase revenue.
Education
No Degree - Art History/Native American ...
College of Santa FE
Santa Fe, NM06.1989
High school diploma -
Central Catholic High School
Lafayette, IN08.1970
Skills
- Microsoft Office (10 years)
- Public Speaking (10 years)
- Supervise Personal (10 years)
- Media Relations
- Fundraising abilities
- Leadership Development
- Teaching
- Public Speaking
- Kitchen Experience (6 years)
- Military Experience (8 years)
- Leadership (10 years)
- Cooking (10 years)
Certification
- Ordination Certification
- Driver's license
Military Service
USAF, USN, United States, E4, 08/01/70, 06/01/78, Air Passenger Service Specialist, Cook, Boatswain Mate, Sonar Tech
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Affiliations
- Founder and CEO of A Place To Meet, a non-profit organization providing space (for rent) to conduct Alcohol and Drug Recovery gatherings,
Timeline
Minister
Unity Fellowship Church
04.2017 - 08.2021
Driver
Uber/Lyft
03.2015 - 07.2016
Visual Information Specialist
Bowhead Support Services-Enterprise Multimedia Center
11.2010 - 11.2014
Audio Visual Technician
US Army, Enterprise Multimedia Center
10.2004 - 05.2012
Gallery Assistant
The Desert Son
03.1987 - 09.1990
Gallery Associate
James Reid Limited (JRL)
03.1983 - 12.1986
No Degree - Art History/Native American ...
College of Santa FE
High school diploma -
Central Catholic High School
- Ordination Certification
- Driver's license
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