Thomas Allie
Sunnyvale,CA
Summary
Three words describe him best:Determined Gear Nerd
Dynamic professional with a rich background in both the outdoor and photography industries, notably at Sports Basement and Thomas Allie Photography. Excelled in environmental conservation efforts and high-action photography, enhancing brand visibility and customer engagement. Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to sustainable practices, contributing significantly to project successes with numerous outdoor brands.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate - Backcountry, Snow, Footwear
Sports Basement
09.2021 - Current
- Helped customers find specialized products for backcountry and snow trips.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Outdoor Industry Photographer
Thomas Allie Photography
05.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with marketing teams to provide photos for outdoor gear brands.
- Brands Include: Bedrock Sandals, Hyperlite Mountain Gear, Rab, Ombraz, Gossamer Gear, Trail Butter, Enlightened Equipment
- Helped sales representatives with product launches.
- Created branded content with social media teams.
- Organized and processed large quantities of photos for publication use.
Photographer
Thomas Allie Photography
11.2015 - Current
- Organize and maintain my own small business.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
Consulting Utility Forester
Davey Resource Group
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Used aerial photos, GPS data and satellite maps to locate forest plots.
- Led community education projects on benefits of trees.
- Directed and participated in forest fire suppression.
- Monitored contract compliance and results of forestry activities to promote adherence to government regulations.
- Established short- and long-term plans for management of forest lands and forest resources.
- Planned and implemented projects for conservation of wildlife habitats and soil and water quality.
College Sports Photographer
Humboldt State University
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Experienced with high action sports photography.
- Assisted sports marketing teams with getting photos up in real time.
- Managed hundreds of athletes during shoots and events.
Lab Assistant & Research Vessel Crew
Humboldt State University
08.2016 - 05.2019
- Lab assistant at the HSU Telonicher Marine Laboratory.
- Research crew for the RV Coral Sea.
- Assisted in research conducting seawater alkalinity, dissolved oxygen, and salinity analyses.
- Tested for micro-plastic impact in the Humboldt Bay and Eastern Pacific
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Oceanography
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
Arcata, CA05.2019
Minor - Environmental Science & Protection
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
Arcata, CA05.2019
Minor - Business Administration - Marketing Concentration
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
Arcata, CA05-2019
Skills
- Environmental Impact Assessments
- Microsoft & Adobe Suite
- Landscape, High Action, Portrait Photography
- Sustainable Marketing Strategies
- Geographical Information System Mapping
- Long Distance Hiking
Websites
Accomplishments
Pacific Crest Trail 2022
Walked 2652 miles from Mexico to Canada.
Appalachian Trail 2024
Walked 2197.4 miles from Springer Mountain, GA to Mount Katahdin, ME
Certification
Wilderness First Aid certified
CPR certified
Timeline
Sales Associate - Backcountry, Snow, Footwear
Sports Basement
09.2021 - Current
Consulting Utility Forester
Davey Resource Group
07.2019 - 08.2020
Outdoor Industry Photographer
Thomas Allie Photography
05.2019 - Current
College Sports Photographer
Humboldt State University
08.2017 - 05.2019
Lab Assistant & Research Vessel Crew
Humboldt State University
08.2016 - 05.2019
Photographer
Thomas Allie Photography
11.2015 - Current
Wilderness First Aid certified
CPR certified
Bachelor of Science - Oceanography
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
Minor - Environmental Science & Protection
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
Minor - Business Administration - Marketing Concentration
California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
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