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Stefanie Knauss

Marion,MA

Summary

Versatile, self-motivated professional with excellent marketing, customer service, and project management skills and more than 19 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in the organization. Recognized by peers and supervisors for the ability to take a leadership role in organizing and planning projects while working effectively as a team player. Proficiency in MS Suite and Creative Cloud.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner / Photographer

Stefanie Lynn Photography
01.2005 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.

Human Resource Assistant

MEDIA 100, INC.
01.2000 - 08.2002
  • Provided Employee Assistance & conflict resolution
  • Supported business expansion by assisting high-volume recruitment efforts
  • Coordinated & scheduled applicant interviews
  • Acted as liaison with employment agencies
  • Prepared offers of employment
  • Assisted in the administration of employment benefits plans, including stock options.
  • Organized & maintained tracking system for Cobra & tuition reimbursement.

Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Product Development

MEDIA 100, INC.
01.1998 - 12.1999
  • Coordinate and prioritize the daily activities of the VP
  • Perform the administrative functions in support of the VP
  • Requires in-depth knowledge of the Company, industry, customers & products
  • Prepare presentations
  • Participate in & record minutes of management meetings
  • Maintain & distribute monthly department reports
  • Schedule meetings and manage calendars.

Associate Director of Social Work

BEAUMONT REHAB & SKILLED NURSING FACILITY
06.1997 - 01.1998
  • Assist in the planning, implementing, evaluating and directing of the overall operation of the department
  • Conduct interviews with clients, assess needs and provide counsel
  • Organize and facilitate meetings between clients and staff
  • Act as a mediator for conflict resolution.

Director of Social Services

RIVERBEND CONVALESCENT CENTER
06.1996 - 06.1997
  • Develop, direct & organize all aspects of social service department
  • Evaluate department & company needs & coordinate delivery of service, information & referral
  • Maintained revenue in fluctuating market through building a network group, successful marketing and recruitment efforts.

Administrative Assistant

BOSTON UNIVERSITY CAREER CENTER
09.1994 - 05.1995
  • Managed operations of career center
  • Developed a system for organizing information into a user-friendly format, allowing a more self-directed use of center by students
  • Coordinated job listings and provided career information.

Administrative Assistant

ADMISSIONS, UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND
09.1990 - 05.1993
  • Developed group & individual orientation training to new hires on organizational policies, procedures & job requirements
  • Processed applications & maintained database.

Education

Certificate of Photography Foundation - College of Communication

Boston University - Center For Digital Imaging Art
Waltham, MA
12.2004

MASTER OF CLINICAL - undefined

BOSTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
Boston, Massachusetts
01.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI
05.1994

Skills

  • Small business operations
  • Business Planning
  • Business Marketing
  • Client Service
  • Social Media Promotion
  • Client Communication
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Visual storytelling

Timeline

Owner / Photographer

Stefanie Lynn Photography
01.2005 - Current

Human Resource Assistant

MEDIA 100, INC.
01.2000 - 08.2002

Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Product Development

MEDIA 100, INC.
01.1998 - 12.1999

Associate Director of Social Work

BEAUMONT REHAB & SKILLED NURSING FACILITY
06.1997 - 01.1998

Director of Social Services

RIVERBEND CONVALESCENT CENTER
06.1996 - 06.1997

Administrative Assistant

BOSTON UNIVERSITY CAREER CENTER
09.1994 - 05.1995

Administrative Assistant

ADMISSIONS, UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND
09.1990 - 05.1993

Certificate of Photography Foundation - College of Communication

Boston University - Center For Digital Imaging Art

MASTER OF CLINICAL - undefined

BOSTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Rhode Island

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