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Grace Kieffer

Encinitas

Summary

Creative and detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience in photo production, digital asset management, and visual content creation. Skilled in supporting shoots from pre-production through post-production, including lighting, set preparation, and image editing using Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Illustrator. Strong background in client service and organizational roles, balancing multiple responsibilities in fast-paced environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Photography Intern

James Exley
Encinitas
01.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in organizing and coordinating photo shoots for various events.
  • Collaborated with photographers to set up lighting and equipment efficiently.
  • Managed digital asset cataloging and organization for easy retrieval.
  • Edited and retouched images using industry-standard software tools.
  • Set up lights, backdrops, and props for shoots and events.

Sales Associate

Club House
Encinitas
04.2025 - Current
  • Greeted visitors and directed them to appropriate staff members.
  • Scheduled appointments and maintained calendar.
  • Performed thorough daily cleaning by cleaning floor, saunas and cold plunges.

Barista

Ironsmith Coffee Roasters
Encinitas
08.2022 - 04.2025
  • Prepared high-quality coffee beverages following established recipes and standards.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by engaging with patrons and addressing inquiries.
  • Managed inventory levels, restocking supplies as needed throughout shifts.
  • Assisted in training new baristas on procedures and best practices.

Sales Associate

Surf Ride Boardshop
Encinitas
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance their shopping experience.
  • Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems and handled cash management.
  • Provided guidance on surfboard selection, supported team training, and maintained seamless daily store operations.

Cake Decorator

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream
Carlsbad
09.2020 - 06.2021
  • Decorated cakes with intricate designs and vibrant colors using various piping techniques.
  • Managed inventory of baking supplies, reporting low stock levels to management promptly.
  • Answered phone calls, put in orders and handled customer disputes or complaints.

Gymnastics Coach

YMCA of San Diego County
Carlsbad
12.2018 - 09.2020
  • Taught foundational gymnastics to children ages 3-5.
  • Facilitated birthday parties for groups of up to 25.
  • Maintained equipment and ensured a safe training environment for all participants.

Education

Balanced Body Comprehensive Pilates Instructor -

Blue Moon Pilates
Mission Viejo, CA
09-2025

Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design

Miracosta College
Oceanside, CA

Skills

  • Digital photography
  • Studio lighting
  • Digital asset management
  • Organizational skills
  • Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator
  • Verbal communication
  • Problem solving

Affiliations

  • Surfing
  • Snowboarding
  • Photography
  • Pilates

Timeline

Sales Associate

Club House
04.2025 - Current

Photography Intern

James Exley
01.2025 - Current

Barista

Ironsmith Coffee Roasters
08.2022 - 04.2025

Sales Associate

Surf Ride Boardshop
10.2021 - 03.2022

Cake Decorator

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream
09.2020 - 06.2021

Gymnastics Coach

YMCA of San Diego County
12.2018 - 09.2020

Balanced Body Comprehensive Pilates Instructor -

Blue Moon Pilates

Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design

Miracosta College

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