Kristine Blackburn
Email: *********@********.***
Address: ***** ****** **** **
City: Louisville
State: KY
Zip: 40223
Country: USA
Phone: 502-***-****
Skill Level: Management
Salary Range: $35,000
Willing to Relocate
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KRISTIE BLACKBURN 502-***-**** *********@********.***
I provide a creative approach to problem solving with excellent attention to detail and planning capabilities. I am in search of a position that offers diversity and challenge within a quality-centric organization.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Lead Photographer/Sales
Bella Baby Photography Louisville, Kentucky 2009-2012
Photographed newborn babies in local hospitals using professional-grade SLR digital camera equipment and lighting techniques geared toward a natural, artistic style
Edited and presented portrait suite to families
Executed all sales transactions with in-hospital and post-hospital clients
Generated sales leads by maintaining contact with previous clients and creating new clients through aggressive marketing and networking
Recruited, trained and managed photography staff for four local hospitals
Managed scheduling, payroll and corporate functions of Louisville region
Design Consultant
Arhaus Furniture Louisville, Kentucky 2004-2009
Maximized sales by assisting clients in the selection, purchase and delivery of merchandise
Analyzed clients requirements, proposed budget and established correct approach
Provided a high-quality design service and ensured this standard was maintained for every client from start to finish
Managed client billing, receiving and invoicing
Updated and supervised merchandise selection, pricing and inventory
Generated sales leads through referrals and repeat customers
Surpassed monthly sales goals continuously
Awarded President`s Club Membership for generating over $1MM in sales revenue
Manager/ Server
Salsa Grill Louisville, Kentucky 2002-2004
Managed daily operation of an upscale restaurant
Recruited, trained and scheduled employees
Implemented cost reduction techniques while allowing for safety and efficiency without jeopardizing customer satisfaction
Completed financial documents
Aided in design layout and interior aesthetics
Operations Manager
National Multiple Sclerosis Society Louisville, Kentucky 2000-2002
In charge of day-to-day operation of the Kentucky-Southeast Indiana Chapter computer system
Oversaw data preparation, entry, integration and verification using Fund Master software system (Maestro), Excel and Access
Liaised all communication between vendors, national office and consultants
Produced financial and fundraising information for reports, meetings and mailings
Coordinated construction, implementation and maintenance of chapter web page
Assisted Director of Finance with invoicing, accounts receivable, deposits and reports
Represented chapter and assisted at all fundraising events
Design Assistant
Florida Flooring Products Inc Tampa, Florida 1998-2000
Billed, received and invoiced orders daily
Managed overall customer service on a person-to-person basis and over multiline telephone system
Established professional standards and administered training of all new employees
Helped customers with overall design decisions and ordering
Directed overall designs and appearance of design store
Updated and kept merchandise current on pricing and stock
Oversaw many projects at one time and met aggressive deadlines
EDUCATION
University of Louisville Louisville, Kentucky 2001-2004
St. Petersburg College Clearwater, Florida 1999-2001
Sullivan College-Interior Design Institute Louisville, Kentucky 1996-1997
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Word Excel Power Point
Publisher Photoshop Lightroom
Finish & Furnish Design Space Planning Residential/Commercial Design
Drafting Perspective & Rendering