Motivated Real Estate Agent dedicated to giving clients first-class professional service and honest advice to enable sound financial decision-making in sales and purchases of real estate. Personable and ethical professional with 3 years of comprehensive experience buying and selling properties on behalf of clients. Versed in contract negotiation, contract management and prospecting.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Real Estate Agent
Real Broker, LLC
Chula Vista, CA
11.2021 - Current
Maintained updated knowledge of local real estate markets.
Responded promptly to client inquiries via phone or email.
Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
Coordinated appointments to show homes to prospective buyers.
Promoted property sales through advertisements, open houses and participation in multiple listing services.
Showed residential properties and explained features, value and benefits of available homes.
Negotiated purchase agreements and contracts with buyers and sellers.
Provided guidance to clients throughout the entire buying or selling process.
Prepared comparative market analysis to estimate properties' value.
Ensured all transactions followed state laws regarding real estate practices.
Oversaw and negotiated offers for real estate purchases on clients' behalf.
Performed administrative duties such as preparing paperwork for listing presentations, tracking sales data and updating internal databases.
Managed sales pipeline by actively following up with prospects and hot leads.
Coordinated appointments with prospective buyers to showcase houses and plots.
Maintained current and accurate CRM database of prospective customers.
Generated lists of properties compatible with buyers' needs and financial resources.
Facilitated real estate purchases by reviewing listings, accompanying clients to properties and communicating sale conditions.
Assisted in the preparation of documents such as representation contracts, purchase agreements, closing statements, deeds and leases.
Served as local real estate expert, advising customers on market dynamics and home prices.
Developed networks with appraisers, lenders, and home inspectors to facilitate real estate transactions.
Created detailed property descriptions for use in marketing material.
Researched current listings available in the area using multiple online resources.
Generated leads through networking activities such as cold calls and referrals from past clients.
Maximized market share by working with clients and building relationships.
Real Estate Photographer
Sunset Real Estate Media
Chula Vista, CA
04.2016 - Current
Processed orders quickly and accurately upon completion of a photoshoot.
Maintained detailed records of all jobs completed and any special instructions given by customers.
Composed professional-quality photographs of real estate interiors and exteriors.
Prepared and staged properties for photography shoots.
Reviewed customer feedback regularly in order to improve services offered.
Assisted in the development of marketing strategies utilizing photography as part of promotional campaigns.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring quality control throughout the process.
Communicated effectively with clients regarding their needs and expectations for each project.
Monitored the progress of photo projects from start to finish while meeting established deadlines.
Operated a variety of photographic equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting systems, filters, tripods and computer software.
Created virtual tours using specialized software programs.
Explained price and package details to customers.
Freelance Photographer
Self Employed
Chula Vista, CA
04.2006 - Current
Photographed special events, parties and portraits.
Utilized social media platforms to showcase portfolio of photographs for potential clients.
Edited and retouched photos using Adobe Photoshop to meet client specifications.
Organized photo shoots, including scheduling, equipment setup, and maintaining a safe working environment.
Negotiated rates with clients based on individual project requirements.
Managed contracts between freelance photographers and production companies.
Determined project goals, locations and equipment needs by studying assignments and consulting with clients or advertising staff.
Restaurant Owner
K-0 Sushi Bar
Playas De Tijuana, Baja California
09.2016 - 03.2020
Managed cash flow by setting budgets for expenses such as labor cost, food cost, ensuring timely payment of bills and taxes as well as monitoring accounts receivable and payable records .
Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs.
Oversaw daily operations of the restaurant including staff scheduling, budgeting and inventory management.
Maintained relationships with suppliers and distributors in order to secure best deals on orders placed .
Trained workers in food preparation, money handling, and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
Established standards for quality control, customer service, health and safety regulations.
Made weekly employee schedules, assigned work tasks and regularly checked quality and productivity of team members.
Created promotions and special events to attract customers and boost sales.
Hired, trained and motivated staff to fill all restaurant openings.
Responded promptly to customer complaints or issues related to the restaurant's services or products.
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation across foodservice, storage and preparation stations.
Located relevant vendors, set up schedules and coordinated delivery, storage and organization of inventory.
Interviewed potential hires for front-of-house positions such as servers and bartenders .
Analyzed financial reports to identify areas of improvement or cost savings opportunities.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and policies governing restaurants in the area.
Monitored customer feedback to ensure satisfaction with menu items and services provided.
Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies to increase restaurant sales.
Developed successful marketing plans to increase sales and profits while managing costs.
Collaborated with chefs on new recipes, flavors and presentations for dishes served in the restaurant.
Administered finances and led business operations by running payroll, making bank deposits and analyzing income and expenses to maintain cost-effective operations.
Developed menus that featured local ingredients while meeting customer demands.
Negotiated contracts with vendors for food, equipment and supplies.
Created unique recipes and applied various culinary techniques for authentic Japanese cuisine.
Planned and executed special events hosted at the restaurant such as wine tastings and live music performances .
Updated website content regularly in order to promote upcoming events and specials being offered at the restaurant .
Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
Trained new employees to perform duties.
Education
Associate of Arts - Photographic, Film, And Video Technology