Brianna E. Steigerwald
Burton, Ohio, ***** 440-***-**** ******************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/brianna-steigerwald www.bephotos.org
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a position to utilize my leadership, project management, and communication skills to better the company.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Business Administration Expected Graduation: August 2018
Kent State University Kent, Ohio
Major: Entrepreneurship Major GPA: 3.7, Cumulative GPA: 3.2
Associate of Arts Degree Graduated: May 2017
Lakeland Community College Kirtland, Ohio
Award: Photography – Body of Work (2 Pieces), GPA: 3.5
Lakeland Community College Visual Art Student Exhibition 2016
WORK EXPERIENCE
College of Business Administration, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio October 2016 – Present
Student Associate Photographer, Office of Marketing and Communication
Collaborate with up to 10 faculty, 25 staff, and 10 students throughout the week to deliver custom projects meeting university branding requirements and a high standard of excellence
Utilize online digital request system to prioritize, edit, and fulfill 10 ticket requests per week
Capture and edit collegiate events with up to 250 attendees and facilitate weekly professional headshot shoots, uploading and dispersing all photographs in a timely manner
Demonstrates versatility by effectively switching between tasks such as social media campaign creation and assisting in the creation of marketing materials distributed to all high school applicants
Xanterra Parks and Resorts, Newbury, Ohio May 2017 – August 2017
Front Desk Associate at Punderson State Park and Manor
Provide professional customer service through daily interaction with guests via phone calls and in-person to register clients and create a positive customer experience
Executed multi-tasking abilities to facilitate oversight of 4 resort amenities including pool access, gift shop, restaurant reservations, and check-in counter
Charged with responsibility to verify, log and secure all monetary deposits from functional property areas
Maximize problem solving skills and active listening to assist guests with questions and provide recommendations in regard to resort and surrounding attractions
B.E. Photography, LLC, Burton, Ohio August 2013 – Present
Founder/Owner
Focus marketing campaigns through creative social media and print design to connect and drive new clients base
Adapt to client needs based on setting, ensuring comfort to allow their essence to be captured during photoshoots, for high school senior sessions, families, headshots, engagements, and weddings
Exhibit flexibility in communication methods based on client preference, integrating one-on-one appointments, phone conferences, and email as needed
Manage all financial aspects of invoicing, purchasing, travel expenses, taxes on a yearly basis
Implement strength in attention to detail to individually edit photos through Lightroom and Photoshop
Design product displays integrating backdrops and even lighting in a studio setting for businesses to use in commercial setting
Marisan Photography, Cleveland, Ohio April 2014 – Present
Assistant Photographer
Compose lights and backdrops for portrait photoshoots in studio setting
Function as second shooter for weddings providing alternative perspective and capturing detail in high stress environments
Engage with all wedding party members ranging from ages of infant to elderly, addressing opinionated concerns professionally
Geauga Television, Chardon, Ohio July 2014 – June 2015
Event Photographer
Photograph approximately 120 fast paced, high attendance, athletic, community, and high school events
Customize event uploads through Smugmug albums allowing access by the public and for local television station
CAMPUS & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
KSU CEBIPitch Finalist, Kent, Ohio April 2018
KSU Catholic Student Association, Kent, Ohio September 2016 – May 2017
Families in Christ Jesus Youth Minister, Wickliffe, Ohio April 2010 – Present