Mark A. Berger
614-***-**** Columbus, OH ***** *********@*******.**.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Professional photographer with 15+ years’ experience providing customer service and outstanding photography with a wide range of experience. Dedicated to quickly resolving problems by listening to the customer, analyzing the details, and skillfully developing a solution. Experienced in Graphic Design concepts: Photoshop, Illustrator, and Quark.
Areas of Strength
Professionalism
Critical Thinking
Problem solving
Organization Attention to Detail Research
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE
Owner
Focus Photography, Columbus, OH 2006 - Present
Oversee all aspects of photography studio and freelance photography business. Control flow of work, field phone inquiries, organize and deliver large orders.
Developed a loyal customer base through accurate assessment of customer needs and appropriate recommendation of products and services.
Interview / hire personnel
Evaluate inventory and order supplies
Establish annual budget including billing and accounts payable
Develop and build "set" designs
Created my own business website www.focusfoto.com OTHER EXERIENCE
Assistant Store Manager
J. Riggings, Inc., Ann Arbor, MI
Directed and supervised employees engaged in sales, took inventory, reconciled cash receipts, and problem solved with customers and staff.
Provided customer service by greeting and assisting customers and responding to customer inquiries and complaints
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Phi Chi - National Psychology Honor Society
Pi Delta Epsilon – Natl. Journalism Honorary
Eagle Scout
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Fine Arts Photography
Wittenberg University, Springfield, OH