Richard Lauri
Friedens,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented Content Creator with extensive knowledge of Adobe Lightroom/Photoshop use and digital marketing. Committed to unique and aesthetically pleasing content with a talent for adapting to changing markets. Successful at posting frequently and using content management systems.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
OWNER/PHOTOGRAPHER/VIDEOGRAPHER
Canid Creative
03.2024 - Current
- Capture high-quality images for various clients, including weddings, events, and portraits
- Utilize advanced photography techniques to create visually stunning compositions
- Collaborate with clients to understand their vision and deliver photographs that exceeded expectations
- Implement effective marketing strategies to attract new clients and expand business opportunities
- Edit photos using industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom
- Effectively market the brand/company through social media avenues such as Instagram and Facebook
- Provide clients, such as On Point Adventure Foods and Billie Bars, with captivating videos to enhance their marketing strategy
- Utilize video editing software such as CapCut and Davinci resolve to provide clients the best finished product possible.
COMMERCIAL PROJECT MANAGER
Gunton Corporation - Pella Windows
05.2020 - 09.2024
- Conduct order reviews comparing a Sales Representative's Take-Off to the projects architectural plans and specifications ensuring compliance; reviewing any discrepancies with the sales staff
- Prepare all required submittals for architectural review including detailed shop drawings, product data, and test reports as well as working through architect's remarks with contractor and Sales Representative
- Field-measure projects when verification is required and recognize potential site problems and identify solutions with on-site personnel and contractor
- Order all material required from Pella and outside vendors in a manner that maximizes job profitability
- Properly manage need dates to maximize inventory turns
- Identify and implement solutions to unforeseen challenges that arise during the project cycle
- July 2022 Employee of the month for showcasing great time management and problem solving while managing several large projects, of at least $250k each, simultaneously.
ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MANAGER
Steven Kempf Building Materials - A GMS Company
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Decreased order-picking mistakes among warehouse staff, by nearly 57%, from identifying trending errors, why they were occurring, and self-correcting based on those conclusions
- Re-arranged the compact staging area of the warehouse in order to utilize an extra 574 square feet, which allowed for more organization, easier access to staged materials, and faster turnaround times
- Created and implemented a 'Safety Bingo' program, which incentivized employees for safe behavior, resulting in a 20% decrease in workplace injuries and a 50% decrease in moving vehicle accidents within the first quarter of the program's inception
- Eliminated inaccurate inventory levels by running cycle counts on a monthly basis.
SAFETY MANAGER
Steven Kempf Building Materials - A GMS Company
04.2017 - 02.2018
- Achieved a 94% on the company's internal mock audit by ensuring all DOT documentation was current and present, as well as maintaining compliance with all OSHA standards within the 115,000 square foot facility
- Spearheaded the safety training program for new hires as well as current employees, which included Fall Protection, PPE, HAZCOM, GHS, Emergency Action Plans and other safety training programs within the company
- Implemented a full-fledged safety program into a company that had zero safety programs in place prior to my hiring
- Reduced the risk of loss by managing any and all auto claims - which included conducting accident investigations and interviews, inspecting damages, determining root cause/fault, and documenting/submitting each claim promptly.
INSIDE SALES
Commonwealth Building Materials - A GMS Company
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Generated showroom sales and enhanced margins from 25% to 40% by effectively merchandising showroom displays that grabbed the attention of customers
- Maximized profits and customer retention by ensuring that showroom products/materials were always in-stock, yet, never over-stocked via inventory cycle counts, usage reports, and creating/placing purchase orders through vendors
- Collaborated with outside sales reps and sales managers to determine necessary strategic sales approaches
- Maintained a great rapport with customers and vendors, which made business transactions flow smoothly.
LOSS PREVENTION
The Boar's Head Inn
09.2015 - 03.2016
- Coordinated new strategies that enabled the overall storage, shipping, and transactions of lost and found items to become more efficient and less time-consuming, allowing for more availability to ensure the safety of guests
- Documented daily activity reports, worker's compensation reports & investigations, as well as guest injury/accident reports & investigations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA08.2015
Skills
- Photography/Videography
- Microsoft Excel
- Mac OS File Management
- Adobe Lightroom/Photoshop
- Problem-Solving
- Social Media Trends
- Customer Service
- Davinci/CapCut Software
- Time-Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Project Management
- Small business operations
Timeline
OWNER/PHOTOGRAPHER/VIDEOGRAPHER
Canid Creative
03.2024 - Current
COMMERCIAL PROJECT MANAGER
Gunton Corporation - Pella Windows
05.2020 - 09.2024
ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MANAGER
Steven Kempf Building Materials - A GMS Company
02.2018 - 03.2020
SAFETY MANAGER
Steven Kempf Building Materials - A GMS Company
04.2017 - 02.2018
INSIDE SALES
Commonwealth Building Materials - A GMS Company
03.2016 - 04.2017
LOSS PREVENTION
The Boar's Head Inn
09.2015 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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