Sara Jenner
Pierre,SD
Summary
Organized and dedicated with a proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offer keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Have a self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments. Committed to do building relationships as well as doing work in a timely manner.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Photographer/Manager of Operations
Jenner Productions
01.2017 - Current
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
- Generated cost-effective solutions for client's photography needs.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
- Researched new camera equipment and accessories.
Administrative Assistant
Department of Social Services-Child Protection
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Answered and routed phone calls, delivered messages to staff members
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Worked with fellow staff members and vendors to ensure payments were made in a timely manner
- Created and submitted Direct Vouchers to Finance for Staff hotel stays, Family Preservation, and Kinship ensuring that they were done correctly.
- Made both hotel and vehicle reservations for staff members when needed
- Tracked payments and invoices in Excel spreadsheets for the various types of direct vouchers
- Verified W9's with Finance department
Professional Photographer/Subcontractor
Shoott
11.2020 - 10.2023
- Photographed high-quality images for clients to purchase
- Provided excellent customer service and built relationships with clients
Brand Ambassador
PMH Construction/Patio Galaxy
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Established and maintained positive relationships with customers.
- Maintained clean, organized and professional work environment.
- Provided exceptional customer service to drive satisfaction.
- Social Media
- Google Reviews
- Scheduling Photo shoots with satisfied customers
Payroll Specialist
Heartland Payment Systems
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 250+ clients/businesses to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Reviewed time records for employees to verify accuracy of information.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
- Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
- Confirmed compliance with all applicable federal, state and local payroll laws and regulations.
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Managed and updated employee benefits information.
- Developed and implemented payroll procedures to streamline workflow.
- Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
- Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
- Maintained employee confidence and protected payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
Barista Trainer
Starbucks
08.2013 - 05.2019
- Customized training strategies based on individual barista knowledge, experience, and strengths.
- Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.
- Trained new employees in groups and in one-on-one scenarios.
- Repaired minor issues and maintained espresso equipment and coffee machines for smooth functioning.
- Promoted additional items with beverages, increasing store sales.
- Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs.
- Handled cash and processed payments accurately to avoid errors.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Minimized spoilage with proper use of first-in-first-out stock procedures.
- Followed exact recipes for mixing and preparing beverage and food items.
- Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
- Worked both opening and closing shifts to find ways to improve efficiency
Education
CDA - Child Development Associate
Rapid City, SDHigh School Diploma -
Central High School
Rapid City, SD06.2007
Skills
- Problem solving
- Client communication
- Social media
- Customer service and communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Relationship building
- Grammar
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Department of Social Services-Child Protection
01.2024 - 11.2024
Brand Ambassador
PMH Construction/Patio Galaxy
02.2022 - 07.2022
Professional Photographer/Subcontractor
Shoott
11.2020 - 10.2023
Payroll Specialist
Heartland Payment Systems
05.2019 - 09.2019
Professional Photographer/Manager of Operations
Jenner Productions
01.2017 - Current
Barista Trainer
Starbucks
08.2013 - 05.2019
CDA - Child Development Associate
High School Diploma -
Central High School
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