Experience

DanceBUG

• Canada
• Online Audio and Video Media
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Creative Director

  • Dec 2021 - Present



DRC Video Productions

• Vaughan, ON

• Event & Marketing Coordinator

  • Dec 2013 - Present

  - Update and maintain social media pages (Facebook and Instagram) on a regular basis - Develop social media marketing campaigns and contests - Lead re-branding meetings and maintain the company’s image - Design marketing materials - Manage the studio photography division - Provide graphic design services to clients - Organize and manage event details including staffing, scheduling and booking accommodations - Plan staff morale events within the office - Continuously provide clients with a positive experience Skills: Organization, Problem solving, Communication, Sales, Customer service, Ability to work independently and within a team, MS Office Excel and Access, Ability to work under high pressure and tight deadlines, Critical thinking, Conflict resolution, Event planning, Creativity, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Illustrator, Social Media Management.



Ophra Alexandra Photography

• Wedding Photographer (Second Photographer)

  • Aug 2013 - Present

  - Photograph weddings - Capture special details and moments - Assist lead photographer as required - Interact closely with clients and their guests - Experience with various lenses, camera bodies, and lighting equipment - Photograph weddings - Capture special details and moments - Assist lead photographer as required - Interact closely with clients and their guests - Experience with various lenses, camera bodies, and lighting equipment



Independent

• Toronto, Canada Area

• Event Coordinator

  • Jul 2008 - Dec 2013

  Responsibilities: -Planned and managed client’s budget -Ensured that all details were finalized including: schedules, payment, décor, menu, venue, floral, entertainment, photography, videography, transportation, and accommodation. -Brainstormed and implemented creative and innovative event concepts -Managed and negotiated all vendor contracts and verify details. -Pursued potential clients to increase business via networking, and social media. -Researched current trends to ensure highest customer satisfaction. -Oversaw day-of event activities to confirm that everything is setup correctly and on schedule. Skills: Organization, Money management, Detail oriented, Creative problem solving, Communication, Sales, Ability to work independently and within a team, Project management, MS Office Word and Excel, Ability to work under high pressure and tight deadlines, People skills, Critical thinking, Conflict resolution.



Magenta Studio Photo

• Newmarket, ON

• Assistant Manager, Photographer and Sales Consultant

  • Dec 2008 - Dec 2012

  Responsibilities: -Maintained, verified, and balanced transaction reports and deposited cash overflow as necessary. -Coordinated daily schedule and goals to attain weekly, monthly and yearly targets. -Represented company in a professional manner and developed long term customer relationships. -Ensured smooth operation of studio by overseeing employees and making sure they followed the company’s policies and procedures. -Prepared and implemented one-on-one and group training sessions. -Performed employee evaluations with each staff member to discuss their achievements and progress. -Organized shipping and receiving of products and orders. -Compiled best images for marketing and training purposes. -Resolved employee and customer disputes to ensure positive customer experiences. -Maintained studio inventory and visual displays. -Directed photo shoots and sales consultations. Skills: Communication, People skills, Critical thinking, Conflict resolution, Cash handling, Numeracy, Organization, Responsibility, Detail orientation, Customer service, Creative problem solving, Persuasiveness, MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Sales, Delegation, Photography, Adobe Photoshop, Working with a team, Flexible, Ability to work under high pressure, Initiative.