Cathy Lau
Bay Area, California *****.*****@*****.*** 650-***-****
Education
San Francisco State University
B.A. in Communications Studies
August 2016 - May 2018, San Francisco
Focus on research, data analysis, effective verbal communication in varied settings and
social/nonverbal behavior
Canada college
August 2013 - May 2016, Redwood City
Course emphasis on communications, social
behavior, gender studies and body language
Bay Area Medical Academy
Certified Nursing Assistant
June 2018- August 2018, San Francisco
Learned practical skills of a nursing assistant as well as clinical hours in a care facility
Professional Experience
Lau Photography Photography Office Assistant
2010 - Present, San Carlos, Calif.
– Managed incoming and outgoing photography and video assets for post-production
– Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues with computer software, cameras and hardware
– Served as a day-to-day liaison for customer service support, communicated with clientele and business owners
– Answered phone calls, responded promptly to emails, coordinated with management to curate responses and set schedules for event bookings
Lau Photography Photographer and Videographer
2010- Present, San Carlos, Calif.
– Specialized in event and portraiture photography and videography
– Extensive experience shooting with and maintaining Canon, Nikon, Panasonic and Sony cameras
– Ability to interview subjects and provide clear instructions under high-pressure circumstances
– Served diverse clientele ranging from children, young students, millennials, working-class adults and retired demographics
Peninsula Family YMCA Aquatics Coordinator/ Lead 2017- Present, San Mateo, Calif.
- Supervised and audited all staff in the aquatics department including lifeguards, swim instructors
- Created employee schedules
- Completed administrative work, and was direct line of communication for members Peninsula Family YMCA Swim Instructor, Parent-Management Liaison 2009 - Present, San Mateo, Calif.
– Taught children ages 3-12 how to first aid and safety skills with respect to swimming
– Created long term relationships with parents and families on behalf of the Peninsula Family YMCA
– Specialized in working and communicating with mentally and physically impaired students
– Curated lesson plans for each student and provided insights to management and parents to review progress Peninsula Family YMCA Lifeguard
2009 - Present, San Mateo, Calif.
– Provided guidance to the general public behavior within the facility; enforced rules and monitored behavior
– CPR, Oxygen, AED certified to aid and assist children and adults in and around the pool facility Skills
– Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Powerpoint, Excel
– Extensive experience leading and working in teams
– Exceptionally clear and concise writing skills
– Works independently, takes directions well
– Detail oriented with tasks and taking instructions – Ability to lead in mentorship & managerial roles
– Experience working with disabled & special needs populations – Specialization in effective communication
- Can speak conversational Mandarin Chinese