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Work History
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Raven O'Shea

North Hollywood,CA

Summary

Highly empathetic and compassionate groomer dedicated to building positive relationships with each individual pet, tailoring approach to their specific needs. Extensive knowledge of various coat types and pet behavior, with professional training in Asian fusion style dog grooming. Actively seeks opportunities to enhance skills and expand knowledge by collaborating with other passionate pet care providers. Dedicated to continuously expanding expertise, particularly in creative grooming and cooperative care salon structures.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pet Stylist

Barkbus
09.2024 - Current


  • Operate mobile grooming van and tackle full 10 hour grooming shifts in a solo environment.
  • Gain trust of each of the pets and parents I work with by keeping them updated throughout the process, as well as paying attention to small physical and behavioral details.
  • Communicate effectively about the needs of each pet, and schedule regular grooming appointments for new and existing clients.
  • Perform breed specific, as well as creative and Asian fusion style grooming techniques.

Pet Stylist Assistant

Jess Rona Grooming
12.2023 - 11.2024
  • Performed flawless prep work on all coat types according to their specific needs - including nails, fluff dry, de-matting, paw pads - averaging about 6 dogs per day
  • Performed high quality baths under the guidance of a bathing expert
  • Performed Jess Rona's body blueprint for stylists to allow them time to focus on expert finish work
  • Performed full tidies on dogs on routine grooming schedules
  • Apprenticed full haircuts on all breeds to perform up to standard as a stylist in the salon
  • Performed color services for creative grooming clients
  • Practiced energy work with dogs to adapt to their particular needs in a salon environment

Pet Stylist

Petco
07.2021 - 04.2023
  • Groomed about 8-10 dogs per day - each including nails, bath, and haircut services
  • Built strong client relationships through excellent communication and customer service skills, leading to increased repeat business.
  • Ensured consistent quality of work by adhering to established grooming procedures and guidelines for all clients' pets.

Skills

  • Creative styling
  • Animal behavior
  • Continual learning mindset
  • Time management proficiency
  • Expert grooming techniques

Certification

Advanced Pet First Aid & CPR

Timeline

Pet Stylist

Barkbus
09.2024 - Current

Pet Stylist Assistant

Jess Rona Grooming
12.2023 - 11.2024

Pet Stylist

Petco
07.2021 - 04.2023
Raven O'Shea