THIERRY DODA
Fayetteville,AR
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic business professional bringing 6 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.
Skilled with both Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite.
Wide range of experiences
Collaboration adaptability
Comprehensive understanding of writing processes and acutely aware of editing techniques
Hardworking and focused Administrative professional offering excellent verbal and written communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail demonstrated through [Number] years of performance. Skilled at drafting reports and business correspondence, managing mail and updating tracking spreadsheets. Exceptional leadership skills with expertise in streamlining workflow to optimize personnel strengths.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Swim Instructor/Business Owner
Miss Thierry's Swim Lessons
05.2017 - 09.2023
- Scheduled, organized, and managed booking for up to 100 students per year
- Planned instructional curriculum and taught daily swim classes to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Increased annual student client base by 300% over the course of four years and increased revenue by 350% over the same period by effective marketing, referrals, competitive rate increases, and an improved business model that focuses on group/semi-private lessons rather than individual lessons
- 70% of my client families return with either the same student or a sibling, and approximately 30% of my annual clientele for the last two years has consisted of new families
- Effectively communicated and built relationships with clients, with a proven track record of growing and retaining client base.
- Wrote and distributed marketing materials and information.
Photographer/Business Owner
Thierry Lyn Photography
01.2018 - 09.2023
- https://www.thierrylynphotography.com/
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions
- Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and services and to capitalize on emerging opportunities
- Achieved sales goals and increased revenue and profits through productive strategy development and organizational leadership
- Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels
- Enhanced product awareness by taking pictures of new and available product offerings and posting to company's website and media accounts
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals
- Input income and expense details into database to track business finances and address variances
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts
- Successfully started and grew photography business. Increased annual client base by 275% over the course of three years and increased revenue by 440% in the same period
- Proven track record of retaining and growing client base - 65% of my clients return with and approximately 30% of my annual clientele for the last two years has consisted of 35% new clients
- Compiled information guides/designed Canva graphics
- Client communication
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities with potential customers
- Navigated collection of contracts, online delivery of images, etc
- Edited and proofread content to confirm proper grammar, quality and consistency with AP style.
- Developed content for press releases and newsletters to promote products and services.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Created content for websites and online publications.
- Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.
- Customized brand message to reach and capture target audience interest and drive engagement.
- Promoted and marketed works through social media platforms.
- Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.
- Wrote engaging and successful marketing, advertising, and website copy.
Student Teaching Intern
Willis D. Shaw Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Student teaching placements in second grade, third grade, and kindergarten
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students
- Delivered personalized academic, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes/help students reach specific learning goals
- Maintained composed, professional demeanor in classroom situations
- Established and maintained strong rapport with students and their families both inside and outside of the classroom
- Implemented classroom management procedures and behavior management plans
- Developed engaging curriculum and lesson plans and executed instruction for students in all subject areas
- Designed and implemented a 10-day curriculum unit
- Developed assessment tracking tools and used data to track student progress and implement lesson adjustments, differentiated instruction, and interventions as needed
- Collaborated with other teachers and administrators on classroom policies and management strategies
- Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals
- Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Marketing Assistant/Photographer
University Of Arkansas Recreation
08.2018 - 12.2020
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects and digitally edited photos to enhance appearance
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots
- Reviewed images and selected best frames to present in client portfolio for purchase
- Consulted and collaborated with other members of the marketing team to discuss needs, ideas, and style preferences
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities with potential customers.
Photojournalist
Campus Magazine, University Of Arkansas Hill Magazine
08.2018 - 12.2020
- Consulted and collaborated with clients and team members to discuss ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects and digitally edited photos to enhance appearance
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities
- Reviewed images and selected best frames to present
Education
Study Abroad - CIEE Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05.2023
Skills
Planning, Scheduling, and Organization
Client Relations and Communication
Customer Satisfaction and Retention
Team Collaboration
Strategic Decision-Making
Operations Management
Process Improvement
Business Marketing
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Creative Lesson Plan Development
Group and Individual Instruction
Digital Photography and Editing
Graphics Editing
Adobe Creative Suite/Microsoft Office
Editing and Grammar
Adaptability
Verbal and Written Communication
Certification
Licensed Elementary Educator (8/16/2023-12/31/2027)
Certified (PLT)
Certified (CPR)
WSI?
Timeline
Student Teaching Intern
Willis D. Shaw Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Marketing Assistant/Photographer
University Of Arkansas Recreation
08.2018 - 12.2020
Photojournalist
Campus Magazine, University Of Arkansas Hill Magazine
08.2018 - 12.2020
Photographer/Business Owner
Thierry Lyn Photography
01.2018 - 09.2023
Private Swim Instructor/Business Owner
Miss Thierry's Swim Lessons
05.2017 - 09.2023
Study Abroad - CIEE Amsterdam
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Arkansas
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