Animal enthusiast interested in joining a team, where I can utilize personal experience in caring for, training and re-homing pets in need. Passionately promotes health and wellness by providing quality support. Careful to observe animals and communicate concerns to help optimize care. Strong communication and relationship building skills to provide owners and clients with seamless pet care and exceptional service.
Hi, I’m
Leah McPherson
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Overview
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Self Employed
Custom Pet Portrait Artist
03.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Calculated cost based on prices of paint, canvas, time and request.
- Respond to customer inquiries by phone, social media and in person.
- Gave customers recommendations on details that would make paintings reach their full potential.
- Created a safe space for customers to share their story and meaning behind a piece of art.
- Showcased my art via Raw Artist Canada Exhibition 2023.
- Scheduling of appointments and transactions.
Self Employed
Animal Foster and Rescue
01.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Trained and worked with timid animals.
- Created a safe environment for animals in need of care.
- Educated and studied behavior on a variety of animals such as parrots, hamsters, cats, dogs, reptiles, fish, and snails.
- Calculated a fair price to cover supplies, food, medication and time.
- Created various platforms for people to reach out when animals are in need.
Matlock, MB
Interlake Water Rentals - Rental Manager
05.2021 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Day to day kayak/paddle board rental operations & sales.
- Setting up kayaks for rental customers.
- Checking in and payment processing for rental customers.
- Safety briefings and launching rental customers.
- Providing information and making reservations for lessons and tours.
- Clean and maintain the rental fleet of kayaks and paddle boards.
Matlock, MB
Winnipeg Beach General Store - Cashier
06.2019 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Provided positive customer experience with fair, friendly, and courteous service.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Resolved customer issues and answered questions.
- Restocked and organized merchandise.
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene, and socialization.
Education
Winnipeg Adult Education CentreWinnipeg, MB
University Overview
Gimli High SchoolGimli, MB
University Overview
Evolution Dance CompanySelkirk, MB
University Overview
Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Empathy
- Patience & sensitivity
- Animal handling
- Animal training
- Animal behavior
- Customer Service
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Interlake Water Rentals - Rental Manager
Matlock, MB
05.2021 - 09.2021
Custom Pet Portrait Artist
Self Employed
03.2020 - Current
Animal Foster and Rescue
Self Employed
01.2020 - Current
Winnipeg Beach General Store - Cashier
Matlock, MB
06.2019 - 09.2019
Winnipeg Adult Education Centre
Gimli High School
Evolution Dance Company
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
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