Mary Bandimere

Studio Coordinator & Lead Photographer | The Unfound Door I’m the Studio Coordinator & Lead Photographer at The Unfound Door, combining studio operations with client-facing photography. I lead in-studio headshot sessions end-to-end (prep, capture, file organization, trafficking, QC, and delivery), support event and lifestyle shoots, and help keep production workflows running smoothly across projects. I also support recurring retainer work (including monthly content capture, organization, and delivery) and collaborate closely with operations and post-production to keep timelines on track.

Oversee weekly in-studio headshot sessions and the full client experience, serving as the lead photographer and operational owner of the in-studio headshot pipeline. Responsible for managing bookings, directing sessions, and owning the workflow from shoot through final gallery delivery, including culling, file organization, and coordination with the editing team. Maintain studio workflows, systems, and readiness while supporting studio operations and light administrative tasks to ensure a consistent, high-quality in-studio experience.

Owner & Lead Photographer Mary Makes Art Not War | 2018–Present • Operate a full-service photography business serving wedding, portrait, and commercial clients • Direct and execute photoshoots from concept development through final delivery • Manage client communication, booking, contracts, and project timelines • Edit and retouch high-volume image galleries with consistent brand style • Create and deliver marketing content across social media platforms, growing audience to 90K+ followers • Coordinate with vendors, venues, and creative teams on wedding and commercial shoots • Maintain a seamless client experience from inquiry to final gallery delivery • Handle business operations including pricing, invoicing, scheduling, and workflow systems

• Personally developed, led, and implemented a parts photography plan for Marini Diesel Inc. to add individual Cummins parts photography to the business operating system for over 6,000 parts. This enhanced customer satisfaction in order accuracy and ease of ordering with Marini parts sales staff, increasing overall yearly parts sales by 35% with the customer base. • Loyal employee • Strong work ethic • Adaptive employee for multiple job roles and responsibilities • Problem solver • Unique understanding of the challenges of a business owner and day-to-day operations • Listener and planner for developing a strategy to tackle obstacles for a business and implement solutions to achieve goals

• Managed and maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing inventory • Conducted regular audits to ensure inventory accuracy and identify any discrepancies • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement efficient warehouse processes • Optimized warehouse layout for improved organization and accessibility of inventory items • Developed and implemented standard operating procedures (SOPs) for inventory control processes • Trained new employees on proper handling, storage, and tracking of inventory items • Performed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate stock levels throughout the warehouse • Identified slow-moving or obsolete inventory items, leading to a 22% reduction in excess stock holding costs • Worked closely with suppliers to resolve any issues related to incorrect or damaged shipments • Collaborated with purchasing department to forecast future demand based on historical data trends • Implemented quality control measures to ensure accuracy of received goods against purchase orders • Maintained effective communication channels with internal stakeholders regarding stock availability and delivery timelines • Analyzed data from sales reports, customer feedback, and market trends to optimize stocking levels • Coordinated returns process for defective or damaged products, ensuring timely replacement or refund • Monitored product expiration dates and facilitated rotation of perishable goods as necessary • Implemented safety protocols for handling hazardous materials within the warehouse environment • Managed relationships with third-party logistics providers for inbound/outbound shipments • Reduced shipping errors by 50% through implementation of rigorous inspection procedures at receiving dock • Investigated root causes of inventory discrepancies using problem-solving techniques such as root cause analysis (RCA) • Liaised with customer service team regarding order fulfillment status updates