Louise Fourie

• Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
• Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
• Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
• Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
• Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
• Continuously improved technical skills by staying updated on industry trends and new equipment.
• Researched new camera equipment and accessories.
• Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
• Facilitated printing of images for client's portfolio.
• Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
• Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
• Shot photographs in controlled lab, field, and remote environments.
• Enhanced client satisfaction through exceptional editing skills, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
• Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
• Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
• Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
• Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
• Regularly networked at industry events to form lasting professional connections leading to new opportunities.
• Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
• Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing photo editing software tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.
• Increased overall productivity by effectively managing schedules appointments, location scouting, equipment maintenance, image processing, archiving photoshoots.
• Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire process from initial consultation to delivery of final products.
• Generated cost-effective solutions for client's photography needs.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing deadlines and maintaining excellent organization.
• Conducted pre-shoot consultations to discuss clients'' needs and preferences for optimal results.
• Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
• Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
• Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
• Served a diverse range of industries, including weddings, corporate events, fashion shoots, and family portraits.

• Utilized social media platforms to promote upcoming events, updates on class schedules, and success stories from satisfied clients which increased community outreach efforts significantly.
• Collaborated with other fitness professionals to develop and implement new programs.
• Assisted with coordinating and running special events and competitions.
• Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
• Promoted water safety awareness by incorporating essential skills into lessons such as treading water, floating, and rescue techniques.
• Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
• Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
• Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
• Implemented proper safety protocols and emergency response plans.
• Collaborated with swim team coaches to develop successful training plans.
• Organized and taught swimming lessons to children aged 3 months to adults.
• Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
• Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
• Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
• Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
• Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
• Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
• Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.

• Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
• Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
• Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
• Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.

• Resolved problems with high-profile customers to maintain relationships and increase return customer base.
• Collaborated cross-functionally with headquarters, regional and other teams nationally to maintain consistent message and experience.
• Contacted key accounts regularly and achieved high satisfaction scores by routinely re-assessing needs and resolving conflicts.
• Held one-on-one meetings with sales team members to identify selling hurdles and offered insight into best remedy.
• Developed and managed budgets to confirm proper use of resources and maximize profitability.
• Finalized sales contracts with high-value customers.
• Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
• Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
• Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
• Effectively recruited and hired highly talented individuals bringing exceptional skills and expertise to sales team.
• Cultivated strong partnerships with distributors and retailers to increase product visibility and drive sales volume.
• Exceeded quarterly sales targets consistently by leveraging extensive product knowledge and effective selling techniques.
• Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
• Executed successful promotional events and trade shows.
• Participated in sales calls with direct reports to strengthen customer relationships and uncover possible opportunities for growth.
• Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients in assigned sales territories.
• Organized regular sales meetings, providing comprehensive updates on market trends, competitor analysis, and new product developments.
• Compiled and analyzed data to determine approaches to improve sales and performance.
• Analyzed competitor offerings to devise targeted sales pitches, effectively differentiating our products from competitors in the marketplace.
• Achieved regional sales objectives by coordinating sales team, developing successful strategies, and servicing accounts to strengthen business relationships.
• Attended industry conferences and tradeshows to stay up-to-date with market trends and customer needs.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.

My responsibilities as an advertising consultant consisted of selling advertising space to small companies for both the Bloemnuus and Ons Stad newspapers. These newspapers are distributed free of charge, thus the importance of selling advertisements to cover the cost of the newspapers.