Tania Kahale

• Responsible for Department
• Direct Contact with Production
• Assemble Team & Hiring
• Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and recognition of accomplishments among employees.
• Mentored junior team members, providing guidance and support to foster professional growth and success.
• Managed department budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum impact on company goals.
• Developed strong interdepartmental relationships to improve communication and collaboration across the organization.
• Evaluated performance continuously to identify areas in need of improvement and implement strategies to keep team on-track.
• Served as a liaison between the department and other divisions within the company, facilitating strong working relationships that contributed to successful projects.
• Improved department operations by capturing numerous opportunities to streamline processes and reduce waste.
• Developed and managed department budget to monitor financial performance and minimize expenses.
• Prepared production budgets with controls to prevent overages.
• Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
• Maintained a professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry talent.
• Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

• Assistant to the Department Head
• Default Department Head
• Create, organize, and maintain continuity
• Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients
• Collaborated with fellow stylists to create a positive work environment and share best practices
• Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make talent look "role-ready" and increase satisfaction
• Recorded notes for future reference about talent preferences and services delivered
• Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on the production's vision and talent preference
• Participated in industry events to stay current on trends and continuously improve personal skills as a hairdresser
• Completed safety training and certifications to minimize the risk of infection or injury
• Suggested treatments and styles to suit talent appearance and character portrayal
• Mentored junior hairdressers throughout their training period, offering guidance on technical skills and professional etiquette in the workplace
• Attended hair meetings, classes, and seminars to stay up-to-date with industry standards, trends, and techniques to provide optimal aesthetic services to every talent

• Department Assistant
• Photos & Continuity
• Day Check & Set
• Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for crew, talent and production
• Collaborated with fellow stylists to create a positive work environment and share best practices
• Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make talent consistently look "camera-ready" and increase consistency
• Recorded notes for future reference about talent preferences and services delivered
• Participated in industry events to stay current on trends and continuously improve personal skills as a hairdresser

• Office & File Organization: Streamlined operations using Quick Books, DocuSign, Zoom, Otter, and hard copy office files
• Communications: Monitored phone lines, researched, and disseminated COVID-19 news relevant to IATSE members explained resources
• Financial Management: Audited local union funds to assure accurate financial records for union members
• News Coordination: Communicated international, national, and local resources during the COVID-19 pandemic affecting the organization
• Writer and Editorial Assistant: Contributed to 'News and Views Monthly'
• Benefits Management and Development: Participated in benefits packages and retirement plans for members expanding coverage from local to the international level.
• Improved operational efficiency by reviewing internal processes and recommending necessary adjustments or improvements where applicable.
• Reviewed financial statements and budgets for fiscal responsibility, ensuring proper allocation of resources.
• Evaluated organizational performance by examining key performance indicators and identifying areas for improvement.
• Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations by reviewing legal documents and contracts, minimizing potential risks.

Local Union Officer, Secretary-Treasurer, Board of Trustee Training, and Labor Law

Continuing Education in Union Labor

Education for Workplace Democracy

Parliamentary Procedure

Honors: President Honors, Dean's List

Honors: Magna-Cum Laude, President Honors, Dean's List