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Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Photographer
Helen's Place Photography
01.2015 - 03.2024
Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
Enhanced client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality photographs for various projects.
Streamlined photography workflow, resulting in increased efficiency and faster turnaround times.
Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
Mentored junior photographers, improving their skills and overall team performance.
Organized and maintained well-equipped photography studio, optimizing productivity and minimizing downtime.
Advised clients on best practices for preparing for photo shoots, ensuring optimal results during sessions.
Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
Additional responsibilities include Marketing, Social Media, Costumer Service, and Sales.
Photographer assistant and retoucher
Helen's Place Photography
03.2015 - 05.2015
Assist in Photo shoot set up
Select and retouch quality images for client satisfaction.
Active Duty Soldier
U.S. Army Active Duty
03.1991 - 03.2013
See below.
Instructor/Writer
US Army Aviation Logistical School
11.2009 - 03.2013
Instruct and supervise IET (Initial Entry Trainees) on aircraft electrical systems
Maintain Lesson Plan for CH-47F (Chinook Helicopter) class
Develops and prepares programs of instruction for Aircraft Electrician Course
Served as the Headquarters Platoon Sergeant for an Aviation Support Company in a General Support Aviation Battalion; responsible for the management, health, welfare and training 30 soldiers; responsible for the accountability and serviceability of 7 vehicle and 5 forklifts valued at over 3 million dollars
Additional Duties Performed; Technical Inspector, Equal Opportunity Representative, Safety Supervisor, Unit Drug and Alcohol Prevention Leader, Pregnancy/ Postpartum Physical Training Instructor
Operations/ Human Resources manager for an Aviation Unit Maintenance company supporting the United Nations Command, United States Forces Korea; responsible for the daily administrative actions of the company to include status reports, personal actions, financial inquiries, awards and evaluation reports; monitors the in processing of newly assigned soldiers; compiles data for monthly Unit Strength Report and the Quarterly Training Brief; over watch of the company training program
Supervises and provides technical guidance to subordinates performing electrical and instrument system maintenance
Supervisor responsible for the training, health, welfare and professional development of 10 soldiers; responsible for the maintenance work flow, safety procedures and quality assurance of electrical repairs, conducts supply action follow-ups, and applies maintenance management principles; supervises unit level maintenance for the battalion's fleet of 30 UH-60L helicopters; accountable for the maintenance and up keep of $200,000 worth of special tools and equipment
Supervised shop on several out-of-state field training exercises, to include, JRTC (Joint Readiness Training Exercise) in Fort Polk, LA
Additional Duties Performed; Assistant Platoon Sergeant, Unit Fire Marshall, Equal Opportunity Representative, Safety Supervisor.
Component Repair Supervisor/ Electrician
D Co 1/160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment
07.1995 - 10.1999
Supervises and assists subordinates in providing aviation intermediate maintenance of electrical systems and wiring support on AH6, MH-6, MH-60K, AH-60L, MH-47D helicopters in the only Special Operations Aviation unit in the world
Supervised over 2000 man-hours of AVUM (Aviation Unit Maintenance) level aircraft electrical maintenance while deployed to numerous countries around the world.
Aircraft Electrician
F Co 4/228th Aviation Regiment
12.1994 - 06.1995
Work as one of two aircraft electricians in a Blackhawk Helicopter Company consisting of 10 UH-60L helicopters in support of humanitarian missions in the countries of Honduras and El Salvador.
Infantryman/ Team Leader
A Co 2/502nd Infantry Regiment
03.1991 - 11.1994
Worked as a Heavy Machine Gun Operator/ Team Leader
Worked as a Radio/Telephone Operator responsible for the vital communications between the Company and the Battalion Commanders.
Education
Associates of Applied Science (AAS) in Photography -
Thomas Nelson Community College
01.2015
Central Texas College
Basic Instructor Training
01.2010
Cadre Training
01.2009
Hazardous Material Manager/ Handlers Course
01.2009
Army Safety Course
01.2007
Unit Drug and Alcohol Prevention Leader Course
01.2005
Suicide Prevention Leader Course
01.2003
Advanced Leader Course
01.2002
Equal Opportunity Managers Course
01.2000
Warrior Leader Course
01.1997
Special Operation Training Course
01.1995
Advanced Individual Training Course for Aircraft Electrician
01.1994
Combat Life Saver Course
01.1992
Air Assault School
01.1991
Advance Individual Training for Infantryman
01.1991
Skills
Light Medium Tactical Vehicle (LMTV) M1078 and M1079, 25 Ton 4x4 US Army, 1999 to 2010
Truck, Utility (HMMWV) M998 125 Ton US Army, 1995-2010
Warehouse Wheeled Tractor M487 US Army, 1995 to 2010
Trailer, Pintle, Towed US Army, 1998 to 2010
Certification
Light Medium Tactical Vehicle (LMTV) M1078 and M1079, 2.5 Ton 4x4. U.S. Army, 1999 to 2010.
Truck, Utility (HMMWV) M998. 1.25 Ton. U.S. Army, 1995-2010.
Warehouse Wheeled Tractor M487. U.S. Army, 1995 to 2010.