Saskia Le Peissker
Broomfield,CO
Summary
Dynamic and versatile photographer with experience in photojournalism, portrait photography, and commercial work. Adept at capturing human stories, and impactful visuals that engage audiences. Background in managing operations, storytelling through imagery, and collaborating with businesses to create compelling photographic content. Seeking to bring strong visual storytelling, technical skills, and adaptability to CBS Colorado's expanding news team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Photographer
Self-employed
03.2023 - Current
- Covered events, and documentary-style photography, ensuring impactful and engaging storytelling through visuals.
- Commissioned by NuVision Broomfield (January 2024) to provide photographic artwork for patient offices.
- Hired by Parkside Eatery (February 2024) for commercial photography; work displayed in three businesses within the eatery.
- Provided event photography for Halal Guys Grand Opening (2023) in Denver.
- Featured on Grand Lake Tourism Board website for landscape photography.
- Covered a major event in June 2024, documenting large-scale engagement and high-profile interactions.
- Specializes in elopements, family sessions, maternity, couples, and proposal photography.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
Club General Manager
FitnessFirst
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed all operational processes, trained and developed a team of 35 employees
- Implemented marketing and content strategies, increasing customer interactions by 30%
- Elevated Google ratings through customer engagement and relationship-building
- Established a positive work culture that promoted teamwork and communication among staff members.
- Cultivated partnerships with local businesses and organizations for increased visibility within the community.
- Assessed market trends to maintain competitive pricing structures for memberships, services, and amenities.
- Enhanced member satisfaction by implementing innovative programs and services tailored to individual needs.
- Developed strong relationships with members, fostering a sense of community and loyalty to the club.
Team Lead & Trainee for Club General Manager
FitnessFirst
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed operations in the absence of the General Manager, overseeing customer interactions and team coordination
- Delivered sales presentations and trained employees on customer engagement techniques
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
Service Consultant
FitnessFirst
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Handled contract inquiries, customer service, and CRM management
- Ensured client satisfaction through efficient and personalized interactions
- Provided information about service procedures and expected timelines.
- Collaborated with team members to develop new strategies for enhancing customer satisfaction and retention.
- Documented payment details and personal information on customer accounts.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify trends and implement targeted improvements, leading to consistently high satisfaction scores.
Education
Bachelor of Education - English Language And Literature, German Language
Johannes Gutenberg University
01.2021
Skills
- Photojournalism & Documentary Photography
- Event & Commercial Photography
- Portrait & Lifestyle Photography
- Adobe Photoshop & Lightroom
- Basic Video Editing DaVinvi Resolve
- Portfolio development
- Social Media Content Creation
- Client & Business Collaboration
- Customer relationship management
- Marketing strategies
- Time management
Languages
English
Full Professional
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Freelance Photographer
Self-employed
03.2023 - Current
Club General Manager
FitnessFirst
01.2022 - 01.2023
Team Lead & Trainee for Club General Manager
FitnessFirst
01.2020 - 01.2021
Service Consultant
FitnessFirst
01.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Education - English Language And Literature, German Language
Johannes Gutenberg University
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