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Jaye Whitmarsh

Wellington

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional organizational skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Artist

Myself
02.2021 - Current
  • Created original artwork for commercial and private clients, meeting tight deadlines.
  • Managed client relations by providing timely updates on project progress.
  • Researched reference material from online sources or library archives.
  • Managed client communications by remaining vigilant of incoming correspondence and responding promptly.
  • Met with commission clients to gain agreement on artistic project goals, parameters and financial considerations.
  • Addressed client concerns and worked together to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Created series of rough sketches for review, revision and approval.
  • Conferred with customers to assess customer needs or obtain feedback.
  • Drew concepts and illustrations for presentation and development purposes.

Event Photographer

Korakonui School
, Te Awamutu
12.2023 - 12.2023
  • Set up lighting and backdrops for photo shoots.
  • Ensure client satisfaction by providing quality photos.
  • Develop creative ideas for capturing memorable moments during events.
  • Maintain photographic equipment in proper working order.
  • Attend meetings with clients to discuss event photography needs.
  • Organize and store digital images in an efficient manner.
  • Conduct pre-event consultations with clients to determine their specific needs and objectives.
  • Operate cameras and related equipment to capture high quality images at events.
  • Provide direction to subjects prior to taking pictures in order to ensure desired results are achieved.
  • Collaborate with other photographers when needed or requested by the client.
  • Assist clients in selecting poses, backgrounds, clothing styles, props. for photo sessions.
  • Set up camera control equipment, stands and tripods for shoots.
  • Set up lights, backdrops and props for shoots and events.

Event Decorator

AwamutuKorakonui School
, Te Awamutu
11.2023 - 12.2023
  • Inspected event venues to determine best decor layout.
  • Selected appropriate materials and props for decorations.
  • Set up stages, platforms, tables, chairs and backdrops in accordance with design plan.
  • Maintained inventory of decorative items such as fabrics, ribbons, lights.
  • Ensured all decorations were placed correctly prior to the start of an event.
  • Checked electrical equipment before use to minimize safety risks.
  • Removed all decorations after completion of the event and ensured proper disposal or storage of items used.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision for the event and offered suggestions on how to achieve desired look.
  • Attended meetings with clients to discuss ideas for decoration themes and color schemes.
  • Performed maintenance duties such as cleaning furniture or polishing silverware.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading trucks transporting necessary materials for each event.
  • Conducted quality control checks before each event began to ensure everything was set up properly.
  • Developed creative solutions when unexpected problems arose while setting up decorations.

Ticket Designer

Te Awamutu College
Te Awamutu, Te Awamutu
06.2023 - 06.2023
  • Created high quality visual designs that are both aesthetically pleasing and intuitive for users.
  • Designed engaging infographics using data visualization techniques to explain complex concepts easily.
  • Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas for product features or improvements.
  • Analyzed customer feedbacks to identify areas of improvement within existing designs.
  • Created product designs in alignment with specifications.
  • Worked with client via email, phone and in-person to collect information to complete designs.
  • Worked with creative personnel to establish and create designs related to brand and communications.
  • Consulted on tone, style and subject matter, driving layout and design.

Pet Sitter

Jess Mudge
01.2018 - 01.2018
  • Cleaned up pet messes and provided fresh food and water to all assigned pets.
  • Provided companionship to animals by playing with them or providing belly rubs.
  • Communicated with clients regularly regarding their pet's care needs and progress.
  • Administered oral medications as prescribed by the veterinarian or client instructions.
  • Monitored pet behavior for any signs of distress or illness and reported any changes to the owner immediately.
  • Delivered mail, newspapers, packages from the front porch to inside the home while caring for the pet.
  • Met with owners to gather pet care information and discuss pet sitting duties.
  • Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.

Education

Bachelor of Design With Honours - Concept Design

Massey University
Wellington
11-2027

Skills

  • Client Communication
  • Digital illustration
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Client Consultations
  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Customer Service-Oriented
  • Problem-solving capabilities
  • Strong communication abilities
  • Critical Thinking
  • Design Presentation
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Effective Communication
  • Honest and Trustworthy
  • Adaptability and Dependability

Affiliations

  • Student
  • Art Commissions
  • Writer (Comic Scripts and Novel writing)
  • Artist (digital and traditional)
  • Building up my reach on Social Media

Testimonials

Testimonials available upon request.

Timeline

Event Photographer

Korakonui School
12.2023 - 12.2023

Event Decorator

AwamutuKorakonui School
11.2023 - 12.2023

Ticket Designer

Te Awamutu College
06.2023 - 06.2023

Freelance Artist

Myself
02.2021 - Current

Pet Sitter

Jess Mudge
01.2018 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Design With Honours - Concept Design

Massey University

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