Ellis Gadrim

The Southeast Museum of Photography's primary purpose is educational outreach. The Southeast Museum of Photography exhibits, collects, preserves, and interprets photography to facilitate teaching and learning at Daytona State College, and enhances the community's understanding and appreciation of culture, history, art, and photography. One of the best decisions I have ever made was to work at the SMP! My supervisor; Director Juliana Romnes was a great pleasure to work with, as was all the staff I had the opportunity to meet and share time working together. Responsibilities: please see attached letter of recommendation...

Responsibilities: - Assist senior staff in at least one of the following areas: supervision of gallery and reception area, preparation, and installation of photographs for an exhibit, registration and collections, reference library, gift shop, educational programming, document and image scanning, data entry and/or photography/videography - Organizes and maintains an area of responsibility according to museum procedures. - Continuously monitors the museum for security from theft, misuse, and vandalism. - Other duties relevant to the job as needed.

Sound and Lighting Solutions is a pro audio and lighting gear house for any venue, including nightclubs, retail spaces, and houses of worship. This team was one of my favorites to work for in the industry. Always teaching and training his employees to advance! Responsibilities: - Demonstrate high experience level of technical knowledge and experience with the following: LED media wall and screens. Rigging, trusses, and structures. LED fixtures, conventional light fixtures, source four lights & all gobo fixtures, Intelligent moving lights, DMX addresses & channels. DMX cables and audio cables. Lighting controls both computer and analog. - Experience with pro sound system setup, a knowledge of pro audio & sound rig design, DJ equipment, and DJ lighting. - Demonstrate experience in theatrical lighting and productions as well as architectural lighting for properties. - as E-Commerce Sales Manager ability to assist customers online as well as build great relationships with new customers from all across the country. - Demonstrated experience in managing multiple shipping projects both domestic & international. - Source and execute new products onto the SLS Website.

Enjoyed working with this great company. James Conway is a great company owner who really cares about his people; his events were always challenging and fun to be a part of. Responsibilities: - Manage set up and operation of small to large-scale audiovisual systems in a hospitality environment while ensuring complete customer satisfaction. - Have excellent organizational and time management skills to coordinate the schedules, technical resources, crew requirements and equipment logistics with a capacity for multi-tasking. - Ability to innovate and think creatively. - Ability to use and adapt to a wide array of sound and lighting technology and equipment as tools of the trade. - One must be detail oriented, accountable and have a strong work ethic, take criticism constructively and be able to consult and communicate with clients as needed. - Able to lift up to 50-75lbs

Elation Professional is one of the world’s leading lighting and visual solutions providers and is the global brand of Elation Lighting. Absolutely one of the best companies I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Friendly, knowledgeable staff with an amazing product line that covers concert, special event, TV, theater, late night venue, House of Worship, theme park, cruise ship, exhibition, architectural space. A true industry leader! I Learned more in one year working with these pros than I could have dreamed. They have a true level of excellence that is unparalleled in the business. Responsibilities: - Answer incoming calls from outside vendors for equipment in the field with technical questions. - Provide excellent service and strive to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers. Maintain a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication. Meet with guests on site to ensure that their needs are met and the equipment setup is working properly. - participate in trade show events (such as NAMM Show) with regards to set up and tear down. Customer relations, and sales during the trade show. - Understand company processes, follow procedure and complete systems entry and paperwork accurately. - Onsite implementation and operation of large format lighting systems.

Sales Force & Associates, Inc. is a Video, Audio and Lighting sales rep firm located in South Florida. Sales Force is a multi-faceted company that services vertical markets offering assistance on job planning, live sound demos, in-store training, large format console training, lighting programming, and audio systems design. Working with Bobbie and Jeff was an exciting experience and I learned a lot about how to act as an extension to the factory lines that they represented; building long-lasting relationships between the dealers and the manufacturer to help grow their business successfully and effectively. Responsibilities: - Effectively manage sales leads as well as identify other prospective opportunities that result in profitable sales. - Follow up diligently on any leads provided by supervisors. - Prospect new clients through cold and warm lead-generation while traveling the state of FL. - Work with clients to understand and identify their strategic vision, objectives, and needs while aligning our products and services where business opportunities exist. - Responsible for proposals, power presentations, and product demonstrations. - streamline workflow and workspace solutions while in the office.

I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Daytona State College in August 2013 with an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Photographic Technology. This program provided me with a comprehensive education in the technical and creative aspects of photography, equipping me with the skills to excel in various photographic disciplines. Through hands-on training and in-depth coursework, I gained proficiency in digital imaging, studio lighting, photo editing, and the use of advanced photographic equipment. My education also included the study of photographic history, visual communication, and the principles of design, enabling me to approach photography with a well-rounded and informed perspective. Graduating with high honors underscores my dedication to academic excellence and my commitment to mastering the art and technology of photography.