Ra'Saan Dandridge
Houston,TX
Summary
Versatile and dynamic, with a proven track record at Storibox/Magic Memories, I excel in visual storytelling and effective salesmanship. Leveraging creative photography and exceptional customer service, I've significantly enhanced sales and customer satisfaction. My adeptness in Adobe Creative Suite and strong organizational skills underpin my ability to meet tight deadlines and deliver compelling visual narratives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Sales Photographer & Shift Lead
Storibox/Magic Memories
11.2022 - 01.2025
- Implemented effective follow-up procedures after project completion for obtaining testimonials or referrals from satisfied customers.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance overall sales performance and achieve monthly targets.
- Cultivated partnerships with local businesses for cross-promotion opportunities, resulting in mutually beneficial arrangements.
- Organized schedules efficiently, balancing multiple bookings while maintaining punctuality and professionalism during each assignment.
- Boosted sales revenue by implementing creative photography packages and upselling additional products.
- Assisted in the training of new sales photographers, sharing valuable insights and best practices to improve their skills.
- Oversaw cash handling procedures, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation at all times.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
Lighting Grip
9 Windows (Movie -Directed by Lou Simon)
02.2022 - 07.2024
- Promoted a positive working environment by fostering teamwork and cooperation among crew members, leading to increased production efficiency.
- Streamlined communication between departments by effectively relaying instructions from the director of photography to other crew members.
- Collaborated with the director and cinematographer to achieve desired visual effects for each scene.
- Minimized downtime during shoots by swiftly addressing technical issues with lights or grip equipment as they arose.
- Enhanced lighting quality by expertly positioning and adjusting lights for various scenes.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to last-minute script changes that impacted the overall lighting design.
- Supported camera department with dolly track setup, ensuring smooth camera movements for dynamic shots.
- Improved on-set efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and dismantling grip equipment in a timely manner.
- Enhanced collaboration with other departments through active participation in pre-production meetings and ongoing communication throughout each project''s lifecycle.
Entry Key Loader
Avis Car Rental- Seasonal Job
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintained a safe work environment with proper handling techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
- Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high levels of attention to detail in the loading process.
- Load cars into the filing system
- Check for damage or mechanical issues along with ensuring all cars are properly detailed followed by parking the vehicles for the next car rental.
- Maintain the ability to handle all customer service issue and work together as a team with co-workers
Broadcast Unit Film Manager/ Ceo & Founder
Cspn Productions/ RSN Productions
09.2017 - 09.2021
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Managed and motivated cast members to be productive and engaged in work.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Maintained and repaired broadcasting and audio production equipment and ensured station compliance with school regulations.
- Assisted with the selection of cast members and daily job duties
- Responsible for all lighting and set, set-up, along with directing models so that I can capture clear & dynamic photos
- Edited and directed short films
- Maintained records, documents, inventory of materials, equipment and products.
Executive Assistant to CEO, Floor Mgr, CSR, Cashie
Harbor's Cajun Station
07.2014 - 08.2021
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling locations and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Handled payroll processing tasks accurately while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines for timely payments.
- Managed office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
- Responsible for developing and implementing an on-going training and professional development for all team members
- Ensured that all safety, sanitation, energy management, preventative maintenance and other standards are consistently met.
- Created new menu items
- Conducted cooking classes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Film And Video Production
Full Sail University
Orlando, Fl01-2025
Skills
- Adaptive learning
- Lighting techniques
- Social media marketing
- Image retouching
- Effective salesmanship
- Digital editing
- Photo editing
- Retouching and color correction
- Digital photography
- Problem-solving
- Adobe photoshop
- Strong exposure techniques
- Digital marketing
- Creative visionary
- Video editing
- Food photography
- Image manipulation
- Budgeting and finance
- Adobe creative suite
- Crime scene photography
- Lighting setup
- Excellent workflow management
- Customer service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organizational skills
- Self motivation
- Verbal and written communication
Languages
English
Native language
Spanish
Beginner
A1
French
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Lead Sales Photographer & Shift Lead
Storibox/Magic Memories
11.2022 - 01.2025
Entry Key Loader
Avis Car Rental- Seasonal Job
10.2022 - 03.2023
Lighting Grip
9 Windows (Movie -Directed by Lou Simon)
02.2022 - 07.2024
Broadcast Unit Film Manager/ Ceo & Founder
Cspn Productions/ RSN Productions
09.2017 - 09.2021
Executive Assistant to CEO, Floor Mgr, CSR, Cashie
Harbor's Cajun Station
07.2014 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Film And Video Production
Full Sail University
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