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Reese Greco

Santa Cruz,CA

Summary

Dedicated environmental studies student at the University of California, Santa Cruz, focused on gaining hands-on experience to address real-world challenges. Committed to developing a strong foundation in sustainability and ecological practices while engaging in collaborative projects. Aiming to leverage academic knowledge into impactful solutions within the environmental sector.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Automotive Photographer

Wallbank
Santa Barbara, CA
05.2023 - 09.2024
  • Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
  • Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
  • Maintain photography equipment, including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, and tripods.
  • Train assistants on proper use of photography equipment and techniques used in the industry.
  • Saved and archived images, and maintained a master image library for future use.
  • Tracked studio inventories and ordered new supplies when needed.
  • Uploaded digital images for editing, archiving, and electronic transmission.

Head of Research Southern California Branch

Don't Cage Our Oceans
Santa Barbara, CA
11.2022 - 12.2022
  • Leveraged social media to engage and increase the volunteer community.
  • Engaged with community events to secure petition signatures
  • Communicated with local industry specialists to strengthen our voice
  • Met with local fishermen and women to discuss and share stories about how industrial aquaculture has affected their work.
  • Spearheaded outreach, research, and strategic planning to organize community action meetings at local and county-wide levels.
  • Managed community relations by identifying and evaluating opportunities and requests for volunteer involvement.
  • Built relationships with potential coalition partners to strengthen the organization.

Mold Technician

C & R Molds
Ventura, CA
09.2020 - 09.2022
  • Trimmed and shaped plastic injection molds to given specifications using CNC mills and lathe table.
  • Worked on building coffee makers from scratch as well as working some on the coding side of the coffee machines.
  • Coordinated with fellow employees and managers to ensure deadlines were met.
  • Helped train and develop new employees with constructive feed back and focus on job deadlines
  • Performed repetitive assembly task with hand and power tools as well as automated equipment.
  • Sorted and placed materials or items on shelves, racks, and in bins to maintain warehouse organization.
  • Reported safety violations to managers/supervisors to reduce risks and accidents.
  • Maintained a clean and safe working environment by removing wastes and adhering to OSHA safety guidelines.

Restaurant Busser

Dargan's Irish Pub and Restaurant
Ventura, CA
06.2019 - 03.2020
  • Cleared, cleaned and sanitized booth and chair cushions and tables.
  • While working at Dargan’s I was exposed to a fast pace and demanding work environment while simultaneously meeting customer demands in a appropriate fashion.
  • Complied with health codes, sanitation requirements and regulations while streamlining productivity initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies

University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz

Associate of Applied Science - Geography

Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA

High School Diploma -

Nordhoff High School
Ojai, CA

Skills

  • Scrappy self-starter and hard worker
  • COVID-19 vaccinated
  • Highly sociable with mindful and effective communication
  • Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Apple iOS, Mac OS, and Microsoft OS
  • Fluent in ArcMap GIS software
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Microsoft 365/ Office
  • Google Suite

Interests

  • Volunteer of Gravel Mob bike race 2015-2018 Responsible for organizing support and hydration stations along the race route
  • Volunteer of Ojai Valley Bike Coalition Attended city council meetings Responsible for motivating local youth to attend city council meetings
  • Vice President of the Energy Club at Santa Barbara City College.

Languages

English and proficient in Spanish

Timeline

Head Automotive Photographer

Wallbank
05.2023 - 09.2024

Head of Research Southern California Branch

Don't Cage Our Oceans
11.2022 - 12.2022

Mold Technician

C & R Molds
09.2020 - 09.2022

Restaurant Busser

Dargan's Irish Pub and Restaurant
06.2019 - 03.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Geography

Santa Barbara City College

High School Diploma -

Nordhoff High School

Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies

University of California, Santa Cruz
Reese Greco