Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Languages
Certification
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Kai Rosentzveig

Tofino,BC

Summary

Tour professional dedicated to giving guests the best memorable experiences. Delivers on promised entertainment or education for site-specific tours. Focused on continuously improving tours with new information, skills and better group management.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Guide & Marine Operations Coordinator

Nimmo Bay Resort
Nimmo Bay , BC
05.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw a team of 16 guides
  • Managed the training process for guides
  • Conducted individual meetings and evaluations to enhance team members' performance
  • Conducted vessel maintenance, repairs & service bookings
  • Delivered high-quality photos to enhance guest experience during tours
  • Selected and prioritized travel routes and sites utilizing expertise in specific areas, weather conditions, and individual guide proficiencies.
  • Developing tour programming to enhance guest experience.
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Produced and filed payroll reports biweekly.
  • Led guided boat tours for sightseeing, fishing, snorkeling, and shore excursions.

Freelance Photogrpaher

Black Swell Media
Tofino, British Columbia
06.2022 - Current
  • Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
  • Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
  • Assist in planning setup of shoots including location scouting.
  • Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
  • Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
  • Provide direction to models and subjects throughout photoshoots while capturing natural expressions.
  • Create portfolios for clients to showcase work.
  • Utilized drone photography to capture aerial shots for real estate and landscape projects.

1st Mate

Bluewater adventures
North Vancouver, BC
06.2021 - 10.2022
  • Maintained and operated lifesaving devices to handle shipboard and overboard emergencies.
  • Organized maintenance on ship hull and superstructure and performed painting, repairs and general cleaning tasks.
  • Relayed communications between ship and shore to support safe operations.
  • Purchased, organized and maintained supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
  • ensured a fun and safe environment for all guests aboard
  • operated the boat on watch while maintaining safe navigation and communication
  • provided professional grade photos for guests on trips

Engineering Assistant

Canadian Coast Guard
North Vancouver, BC
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Completed regular maintenance and service through oil changes, gear lubrication and winterizing.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • performed daily checks of the vessel

Marine Guide

Clayoquot Wilderness Resort
Tofino, BC
01.2019 - 08.2020
  • Boat operating for wildlife tours, cruises, taxing
  • Helicopter fly-fishing guide and instructor
  • General guide for all activities including canyoning, archery, paintball, canoeing, kayaking, SUP, river snorkeling, & assistant wrangler
  • Contractor: As well as being a guide I was hired early in the season as a contractor to do framing and build other small projects on property (projects include building a new deck for a guest tent, cutting & installing new tent posts, new stairs, benches, & picnic tables, framing a roof & balcony etc.)

Dock Hand

Sonora Resort, Relais
Sonora Island , BC
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Insured all boats were caught on dock, tied, plugged in, & armed
  • Taught guest’s archery, fly-fishing, canoeing & paddle boarding
  • Led guests on private hikes on Sonora Island while providing information on the plants, animals, & history of Sonora
  • Operated work boat through the summer and winter
  • Head of aquarium

Education

Adventure Tourism

West Coast Adventure College
Sooke, BC
03.2018

Post Graduate -

Kents Hill School
01.2016

Skills

  • Team Management
  • Individual and Personal Tours
  • Guide Training
  • Safety Practices and Regulations
  • Expedition Charters
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Experience Coordinating
  • Tourism Development

References

References Available Upon Request

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
French
Elementary

Certification

  • Advanced Wilderness & Remote First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
  • Marine Basic First Aid
  • Marine VHF Restricted commercial Radio Operator License (ROC-MC)
  • Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP)
  • STCW Basic Safety Training (MED A1 + B2)
  • STCW Survival Craft Training (MED B1)
  • ISPA International Sail & Power Association Advanced Coastal Skipper, Advanced Navigator,
    Day Skipper, Competent Crew.
  • High point outdoor education, Heritage Arts & Survival Skills.
  • High Point Outdoor Educatio, Emergency Responder
    Rescue Canada certified Swiftwater Rescue Technician (SRT)
  • Canadian Firearms License, Restricted (PAL)

Timeline

Freelance Photogrpaher

Black Swell Media
06.2022 - Current

Head Guide & Marine Operations Coordinator

Nimmo Bay Resort
05.2022 - Current

1st Mate

Bluewater adventures
06.2021 - 10.2022

Engineering Assistant

Canadian Coast Guard
06.2021 - 01.2022

Marine Guide

Clayoquot Wilderness Resort
01.2019 - 08.2020

Dock Hand

Sonora Resort, Relais
01.2018 - 01.2019

Adventure Tourism

West Coast Adventure College

Post Graduate -

Kents Hill School
Kai Rosentzveig