SAMANTA MENA
WOODSIDE,USA
Summary
Hard-working professional with a bachelor's degree in architecture and a passion for dogs and photography. Versatile and innovative, successful at capturing scenes and personalities. Leveraged curiosity to drive originality, equipped with excellent observational skills and creative vision. Comfortable working in varying and difficult environments highly-motivated with the desire to take on new challenges. Strong adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Photographer
Self-employeed
New York, USA
01.2018 - Current
- Develop and maintain relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction with photography services.
- Organize photo shoots, including scheduling, equipment setup, and maintaining a safe working environment.
- Edit and retouch photos using Adobe Lightroom to meet client specifications.
- Create portfolios of photographs for prospective clients.
Dog Walker
Self Employed
New York, USA
01.2017 - Current
- Walk dogs on leash, observing all safety precautions and following commands from owners.
- Monitor behavior of dogs to ensure safety.
- Provide basic obedience training.
- Educated clients on proper nutrition, exercise routines, grooming techniques and other pet-related topics.
Lead Dog Hiker & Photographer
Expawers LLC
New York, USA
01.2021 - 11.2023
- Trained and oversaw new personnel.
- Lead safe daily outdoor excursions.
- Handled and trained dogs for off leash walks.
- Photographed pet portraits and action.
- Updated clients on their dogs' everyday activities and shared any observations.
Project Advisor
Milano Office Systems
Tegucigalpa , Honduras
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Designed modular furniture setups for office interiors.
- Developed and maintained project plans, schedules, budgets, and other documents.
- Coordinated with production and installation teams to ensure successful execution of projects.
- Organized client visits, presentations, and product demonstrations.
Freelance Architect
Self Employed
Tegucigalpa, Honduras
01.2010 - 12.2015
- Developed detailed architectural plans for projects.
- Collaborated with clients to determine their needs and develop creative solutions that met their requirements.
- Prepared presentations for clients outlining proposed designs and materials used in the project.
- Assigned tasks to subcontractors and monitored their performance to ensure quality standards were met.
Project Coordinator
Historic District Office
Tegucigalpa, Honduras
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Developed innovative designs for public spaces.
- Monitored construction progress, identified potential problems or delays.
- Coordinated with engineers and other professionals regarding design changes and adaptations on-site.
- Attended community meetings to socialize proposed developments.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture -
Universidad Jose Cecilio Del Valle
Honduras01.2011
High School Diploma -
Saint Raphael's School
Honduras01.2003
Skills
- Portrait & action photography
- Canine obedience training
- Architectural & photography software
- Team management
- Supervision & leadership
- Strategic planning
- Client relations
Affiliations
- Hiking
- Sports
- Dancing
- Video games
- Bilingual (English / Spanish)
Accomplishments
- High Honor Academic Performance at Universidad Jose Cecilio del Valle.
- Strategic Management Workshop Universidad Jose Cecilio del Valle
Timeline
Lead Dog Hiker & Photographer
Expawers LLC
01.2021 - 11.2023
Freelance Photographer
Self-employeed
01.2018 - Current
Dog Walker
Self Employed
01.2017 - Current
Project Advisor
Milano Office Systems
01.2013 - 12.2015
Project Coordinator
Historic District Office
01.2012 - 01.2013
Freelance Architect
Self Employed
01.2010 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Architecture -
Universidad Jose Cecilio Del Valle
High School Diploma -
Saint Raphael's School
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