CHRISTIAN BALANGA
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Camera Operator
CTV News
02.2023 - Current
- Set up equipment for inside and outside shots.
- Supported multi-camera setups by effectively communicating with other operators to achieve desired coverage during live events or studio recordings.
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers, and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Operated various camera types proficiently, including DSLR, mirrorless, and cinema cameras, ensuring optimal image quality for each project.
- Worked with directors to capture desired shots.
General Laborer
Pryor Metal Limited
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Used measuring tools such as gauges and tape measure to identify conforming parts during production.
- Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.
- Generated daily productivity records and assisted senior leadership during executive decision-making processes.
- Expanded revenue by effectively prioritizing jobs and processing work orders.
- Read work orders to determine work assignments and equipment and materials needed.
- Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
- Led steel welding initiatives and completed sheet metal projects accurately.
Order Picker
Lee Valley
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
- Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
- Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins.
- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes and prepared shipments.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport.
Order Picker
Metro Inc
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
- Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
Warehouse General Labor Worker
Election Nova Scotia
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
Front End Cashier
Tim Horton
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Determined customer requirements and suggested ideal product offerings to meet needs and boost revenue.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided help in resolving complex problems.
- Handled customer complaints and concerns and escalated to direct supervisor for quick resolution.
- Called for back up cashiers during peak times to minimize wait time for customers.
- Mentored new team members on sales software system operation.
- Greeted customers and responded to requests for information.
- Processed credit card, EBT and gift certificate payments with electronic computer system.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
- Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
Store Associate
COSTCO
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Responsible for receiving, storing and distribute goods
- Loaded and unloading trailers, order picked coordinate materials transfers, and replenish slots that were low in materials
- Review and unpacked orders when instructed
- Creating and maintaining a safe working environment by maintaining working area and upholding safely regulation.
- Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing ways to boost sales.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items and arranging according to size or color.
Education
High School Diploma -
Halifax West High School
Halifax, NSAssociate of Arts - Film And Video Production
Nscc College
Halifax, NS06-2022
Skills
- P>Tool and equipment maintenance
- P>Problem-solving
- P>Carrying heavy loads
- P>Exceptional time management skills
- P>Point-of-sale system operation
- P>Cash Handling
- P>Excellent Customer service skill and experience
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Camera Operator
CTV News
02.2023 - Current
General Laborer
Pryor Metal Limited
04.2022 - 06.2022
Order Picker
Lee Valley
10.2021 - 03.2022
Order Picker
Metro Inc
05.2021 - 10.2021
Warehouse General Labor Worker
Election Nova Scotia
01.2021 - 04.2021
Front End Cashier
Tim Horton
08.2019 - 04.2021
Store Associate
COSTCO
02.2018 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Halifax West High School
Associate of Arts - Film And Video Production
Nscc College
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