Hi, I’m
Paula Smith
Lexington ,SC
Summary
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Dedicated Photographer exhibiting true love for craft, art and science of photography process. Seasoned professional at using camera lenses, controls and composition to capture stunning results. Consistently enhancing creative insight through projects and professional workshops.
Highly-skilled Photographer driven to fulfill planned concepts or desired results for projects. Flexible and gifted at tackling obstacles while meeting creative goals. Exceptional skill working with Software.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Enthusiastic Job Title eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Task and training in Skill. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Industry.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Reliable employee seeking Job Title position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Experienced Job Title with over Number years of experience in Industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Glass Vault Images Lexington , SC
Professional Photographer
08.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Provided excellent customer service and account regulation, strengthening client relations and boosting revenue.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Archived photographs on computers and servers.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
- Handled cameras operating at several thousand frames per second.
- Increased production rates by regulating workflow to meet consumer needs.
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities with potential customers.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Produced album publicity photo sessions for artists.
Charleston’s Best Charleston , SC
Housekeeper
03.2014 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens, vacuuming floors, making beds and restocking bathroom items.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Slid beds, sofas and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Completed laundry services with special attention to care instructions for hand-washing and dry cleaning.
- Trained new employees on departmental procedures and provided assistance in finding cleaning supplies.
Ashley Inn Bed And BreakfastCharleston , SC
Housekeeping Supervisor
03.2012 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
- Worked with front desk to respond promptly to all guest requests.
- Trained and mentored all new personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.
- Assigned housekeeping staff to specific shifts and room blocks based on abilities and daily requirements.
- Placed orders for housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
- Completed schedules, shift reports and other business documentation.
- Improved process efficiency through effective inventory control in alignment with client standards.
- Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
- Managed laundry sorting, washing, drying and ironing.
- Completed laundry services with special attention to care instructions for hand-washing and dry cleaning.
- Drove improvements to workflow and room turnover with hands-on, proactive management style.
- Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Followed through with client requests to resolve problems.
- Assumed ownership over team productivity and managed work flow to meet or exceed quality service goals.
Education
Hanahan High SchoolHanahan, SC
High School Diploma
06.2008
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Strong Compositional Skills
- Professional Relationships
- Digital Enhancements
- Canon Mark II Proficient
- Lighting Expertise
- Lighting and Angles
- Business Growth
- Industry Trends
- Wedding Photography
- Online Sales
- Event Shoots
- Customer Deliveries
- Equipment Selection
- Location Shooting
- Creative Solutions
- Operational Efficiency
- Project Deadlines
- Advanced Retouching
- Visual Design
Accomplishments
- Cover image and 2-page spread in "Golden Exposure".
- Conflict Resolution - Responsible for handling customer account inquiries, accurately providing information to ensure resolution of product/service complaints and customer satisfaction.
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
- Product Promotion - Up-sold products and motivated customers to upgrade current product plans.
- Customer Follow-up - Ensured that customers were satisfied with company products and services by doing purchase follow-up calls.
Timeline
Professional Photographer
Glass Vault Images
08.2018 - Current
Housekeeper
Charleston’s Best
03.2014 - 05.2016
Housekeeping Supervisor
Ashley Inn Bed And Breakfast
03.2012 - 06.2015
Hanahan High School
High School Diploma
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