Darlene Rea
Summary
Professional with reputation for reliability and efficiency in logistics. Adept at managing routes to optimize delivery times and enhance customer satisfaction. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability to changing schedules and needs, ensuring reliable service.
Dynamic photographer and former Post Production Manager at CSM Media, skilled in advanced image editing and visual communication. Renowned for delivering high-quality images under tight deadlines, fostering strong client relationships, and enhancing project efficiency through analytical problem-solving. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, ensuring exceptional results that exceed client expectations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer/Owner
Rea Photography
07.1998 - Current
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
- Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire process from initial consultation to delivery of final products.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing photo editing software tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing deadlines and maintaining excellent organization.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Enhanced client satisfaction through exceptional editing skills, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Served a diverse range of industries, including weddings, corporate events, fashion shoots, and family portraits.
Courier
Fedex Express
03.2009 - 09.2024
- Greeted recipients, delivered packages, and parcels and acquired proper signatures for all deliveries.
- Completed daily delivery assignments while adhering to strict time constraints, ensuring consistent service quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through timely deliveries and professional communication with clients.
- Adhered to all traffic laws while operating company vehicles for safe transportation of goods.
- Established lasting relationships with customers by delivering packages on time, interacting professionally, and responding promptly to questions.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through dependable service that ensured repeat business.
- Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
- Kept vehicles clean and well-maintained, ensuring reliable performance for daily use.
- Handled sensitive documents securely, maintaining confidentiality and protecting client information.
- Improved delivery efficiency by mapping optimal routes and prioritizing tasks based on urgency.
- Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills from interacting professionally with dispatchers, upper management, and peers.
- Tracked packages using barcode scanners to maintain an updated record of shipment statuses.
- Assisted with loading and unloading shipments from vehicles to reduce the risk of damage during transit process.
- Contributed to team success by actively participating in meetings about improving operational procedures.
Post Production Manager
CSM Media
06.2007 - 02.2009
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Elevated team performance through regular training sessions on new software tools and industry best practices.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining post-production workflows and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Delivered high-quality output by closely monitoring color grading, audio mixing, and visual effects integration processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create cohesive final products in line with client expectations.
- Implemented quality control measures, resulting in improved accuracy and consistency of deliverables.
- Resolved technical issues promptly, minimizing downtime and keeping projects on schedule.
- Championed creative problem-solving within the team to overcome technical challenges during post-production phases.
- Optimized scheduling processes to accommodate shifting priorities while maintaining progress on key milestones.
Photographer
Lifetouch Canada
07.2000 - 06.2007
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
- Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
- Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing the photo editing software tool Photoshop.
- Showcased diverse photography styles for clients to choose from, increasing portfolio versatility.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts/Photography
Ryerson Polytechnic University
Toronto, ON06-1998
Skills
- Effective time management
- Self-directed work
- Skilled in defensive driving techniques
- Maintained clean driving record
- Logistics management
- Problem-solving expertise
- Skilled in Adobe Photoshop
- Photography expertise
- Image retouching
- Proficient in advanced photography techniques
- Comprehensive project oversight
- Visual communication
- Clear client engagement
- Advanced image editing
- Exceptional detail-oriented focus
- Maintenance of photographic equipment
Timeline
Courier
Fedex Express
03.2009 - 09.2024
Post Production Manager
CSM Media
06.2007 - 02.2009
Photographer
Lifetouch Canada
07.2000 - 06.2007
Photographer/Owner
Rea Photography
07.1998 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts/Photography
Ryerson Polytechnic University
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