Isaac Gerstel
Tucson, AZ
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EDUCATION
University of Arizona, Norton School of Ecology Tucson, Az Bachelor of Science in PFFP May 11, 2028
• Personal & Family Financial Planning
Personal & Volunteer work
Restaurant Work Az
Line Cook June 2020 – June 2022
• Began restaurant skills at 14 at Jade Palace, gaining youthful exposure to fast-paced service environments and a foundation with customer service skills.
• Advanced through multiple well-known restaurants switching from Jade Palace to Jimmy John’s to Jersey Mike’s learning strong work ethic, versatility, and the ability to adapt to different work settings.
• Worked at Fresh Box, a salad shop, and secured a competitive rate of $25 per hour while handling lighter kitchen duties, maximizing my income potential.
Precision Picture business Scottsdale, Az
Owner December 2021 – August 2024
• Managed my own Precision Picture business alongside restaurant jobs for 2 years, and then successfully running my business for the last 1/2 a year before going to college.
• Successfully acquired over 100 new clients with a reoccurring rate of customers exceeding 50, made my competitive wage at $60+ per hour.
• Specialized in developing Kodak film and adding advanced theoretical techniques including the use of various lenses and filters to capture a diverse range of subjects such as sports, cars, and models. Theoretical Photography Scottsdale, Az
TA August 2023 – May 2024
• Volunteered as a Photography Teacher’s Assistant for one year, providing in depth, hands-on support in film development, commercial photography, and photographic theory.
• Guided students in mastering advanced camera techniques and lens usage highlighting on the application of polarizers to enhance their theoretical proficiency and creative vision.
• Taught essential self-marketing techniques helping students promote their work and build a professional presence in a competitive photography market.
Community Service Tucson, Az
Fraternal, Volunteer August 2024 – Present
• I complete 10+ hours of community service each semester according to the University of Arizona’s academic calendar.
• I contribute to work through both the Optics Program and City of Tucson projects, gaining hands-on experience while supporting local community development.
• I uphold the fraternity’s service mandate, giving me the ability to display leadership and dedication to the local Tucson community.
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Microsoft 365 Products Adobe Products Entrepreneurship Canva Post Processing & Technical Proficiency Customer Service Marketing Public Relations Creative Direction in Visual Design Mathematical Theory Music Theory Fitness Fraternity Socials