Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
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EDWARD MICHAEL
LONDON,Canada
Summary
Overview
16
years of professional experience
Work History
MILE STUDIODUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Photographer
01.2021 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance
- Used image processing algorithms to reduce motion blur and enhance color, contrast and light range
- Researched new camera equipment and accessories
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs
- Shot photographs in controlled lab, field, and remote environments
- Trained new photographers in use of camera equipment and editing software.
VERTEBRA FZ LLCDUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Photographer/Sales Manager
01.2011 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
- Determined project goals, locations and equipment needs by studying assignments and consulting with clients or advertising staff.
- Engaged in research to develop new photographic procedures and materials.
- Uploaded digital images for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
- Research trends in photography styles to stay up-to-date with current technologies and practices.
- Manage budgets related to purchasing supplies needed for each shoot.
- Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
- Selected and assembled equipment and required background properties.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Develop film, print photos, and make digital copies of existing photos.
- Worked with design team to align photography with project specifications.
- Saved and archived images and maintained master image library for future use.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Rose Studio and Stores(ROSCO)DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Retail Sales Associate/Office Administrator
02.2008 - 12.2010
Job overview
- Maintained records related to sales for store management.
- Kept informed about new products arriving at the store on a regular basis.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions.
- Operated point-of-sale systems accurately to process payments from customers.
- Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
- Initiated friendly conversation with customers to determine level of assistance required.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
Reliance TelecommunicationsINDIA, KERALA
Customer Service Representative/Production Worker
01.2007 - 01.2008
Job overview
- Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, transactions and comments for future reference.
- Improved product knowledge on continuous basis to provide optimal service and achieve sales quotas.
- Made outbound calls to obtain account information.
- Upheld quality control policies and procedures to increase customer satisfaction.
- Assisted customers with making payments or establishing payment plans to bring accounts current.
- Oversaw warranty counseling process to manage expense controls.
- Educated customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings.
- Led on- and off-site customer support teams across multiple time zones.
- Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments and provided payment option setup assistance.
- Promoted available products and services to customers during service, account management and order calls.
Education
Aquinas College
Bachelor of Arts: English
01.2006
University Overview
Skills
- Equipment Preparation
- Image Archiving
- Lighting Expert
- Excellent Workflow Management
- Adobe Photoshop
- Large Format Printing
- Social Media Marketing
- Sales Expertise
- Sales Reporting
- Display Setup
- Customer Service
- POS System Operations
- Cash Handling
- Stocking and Receiving
- Teamwork
- Technical Support
- Call Center Operations
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Timeline
Photographer
MILE STUDIO
01.2021 - 01.2023
Photographer/Sales Manager
VERTEBRA FZ LLC
01.2011 - 12.2020
Retail Sales Associate/Office Administrator
Rose Studio and Stores(ROSCO)
02.2008 - 12.2010
Customer Service Representative/Production Worker
Reliance Telecommunications
01.2007 - 01.2008
Aquinas College
Bachelor of Arts: English
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