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I am Melanie Irwin, a versatile photographer and multi-disciplinary professional based in Jacksonville, NC. With over seven years of experience spanning photography, project management, acting, and event coordination, I excel at communicating clearly with teams and clients, resolving issues with sound judgment, and delivering exceptional customer service with a professional and friendly demeanor. I am reliable, quick to learn, and highly organized, able to plan and execute tasks from concept to completion. I am proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Photoshop and Premiere, photography and videography workflows, and I thrive in dynamic environments that require creativity and collaboration.…I am Melanie Irwin, a versatile photographer and multi-disciplinary professional based in Jacksonville, NC. With over seven years of experience spanning photography, project management, acting, and event coordination, I excel at communicating clearly with teams and clients, resolving issues with sound judgment, and delivering exceptional customer service with a professional and friendly demeanor. I am reliable, quick to learn, and highly organized, able to plan and execute tasks from concept to completion. I am proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Photoshop and Premiere, photography and videography workflows, and I thrive in dynamic environments that require creativity and collaboration.

Melanie Irwin

Photographer, Videographer, Choreographer, +2

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I am Melanie Irwin, a versatile photographer and multi-disciplinary professional based in Jacksonville, NC. With over seven years of experience spanning photography, project management, acting, and event coordination, I excel at communicating clearly with teams and clients, resolving issues with sound judgment, and delivering exceptional customer service with a professional and friendly demeanor. I am reliable, quick to learn, and highly organized, able to plan and execute tasks from concept to completion. I am proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Photoshop and Premiere, photography and videography workflows, and I thrive in dynamic environments that require creativity and collaboration.…I am Melanie Irwin, a versatile photographer and multi-disciplinary professional based in Jacksonville, NC. With over seven years of experience spanning photography, project management, acting, and event coordination, I excel at communicating clearly with teams and clients, resolving issues with sound judgment, and delivering exceptional customer service with a professional and friendly demeanor. I am reliable, quick to learn, and highly organized, able to plan and execute tasks from concept to completion. I am proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Photoshop and Premiere, photography and videography workflows, and I thrive in dynamic environments that require creativity and collaboration.

Available to hire

I am Melanie Irwin, a versatile photographer and multi-disciplinary professional based in Jacksonville, NC. With over seven years of experience spanning photography, project management, acting, and event coordination, I excel at communicating clearly with teams and clients, resolving issues with sound judgment, and delivering exceptional customer service with a professional and friendly demeanor.

I am reliable, quick to learn, and highly organized, able to plan and execute tasks from concept to completion. I am proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Adobe Photoshop and Premiere, photography and videography workflows, and I thrive in dynamic environments that require creativity and collaboration.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Crew Member at Raising Cane's

November 1, 2024 - Present

Greet customers, take orders, prepare Raising Cane’s signature chicken fingers, fries, toast, and drinks, maintain food safety and cleanliness, restock supplies, assist with opening/closing duties, support teammates, follow policies, and deliver a positive Cane’s Culture with every guest interaction.

Assistant Color Guard Instructor / Dance Tech / Lead Instructor at Dixon High School

January 1, 2024 - Present

Assist head instructor in developing and teaching choreography for winter guard, attend rehearsals and performances, provide feedback to members, assist with props/equipment, communicate with parents, ensure a safe learning environment, participate in professional development, and integrate technology into performances.

Color Guard Instructor at White Oak High School

August 1, 2022 - January 31, 2024

Create and teach choreography for competitive routines, educate team on technique and execution, coordinate rehearsals and performances, communicate with families, collaborate with other instructors, and stay current on trends in color guard.

Crew Lead / Photographer's Assistant at Gerardy Photography

March 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022

Oversee daily schedule, load and transport equipment, manage on-site staff, track time in Data Maxx, ensure policy compliance, coach team, prepare reports, and set up/tear down portable photo studio; pose up to 300 students per day to meet Gerardy standards.

Assistant Photo Manager at Legoland California / PomPom

June 1, 2021 - January 31, 2022

Inventory stock, handle customer complaints, train and evaluate staff, develop procedures to increase sales, plan schedules, set pricing policies, prepare sales/inventory reports, coordinate promotions and displays, monitor performance.

Sales Associate at Bath & Body Works

April 1, 2021 - June 30, 2021

Deliver in-store shopping experiences, build a loyal customer base through engagement, uncover needs, make product recommendations, support replenishment, floorset execution, visual presentation, and uphold store policies.

Photography Ambassador at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment

November 1, 2019 - May 31, 2021

Provide information about facilities and rules, direct patrons to rides, monitor safety, photograph guests with animals during tours, manage and sell park products, take special photo requests, set up/operate equipment, edit and transfer photos.

Burn Ambassador / Receptionist at Burn Boot Camp

April 1, 2019 - October 31, 2019

Operate telephone switchboard, greet visitors, schedule appointments, process payments, transmit information, analyze data, handle merchandise orders, assist with front desk duties and gym maintenance.

Dog Sitter at Irwin Residence

November 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019

Provide safe environment for animals, transport to activities as needed, perform caregiving tasks, coordinate with owners and ensure pets are fed and cared for.

Choreographer / Color Guard Instructor at Forest Park / Osbourn High School

August 1, 2017 - March 31, 2019

Direct rehearsals, teach rhythm and interpretive movement, design dances for multiple productions, instruct color guard members (up to 20), manage social media and coordinate with band on visuals.

Audience Coordinator / Usher at American Ninja Warrior

May 1, 2016 - July 31, 2017

Greet patrons, sell/collect admission, resolve seating disputes, assist patrons with special needs, direct to exits, manage large crowds, locate lost items and issue clearances.

Broadcast Production Intern at Ankerman - McQueen

January 1, 2017 - April 1, 2017

Assist editor with organizing film clips, coordinate advertisements, edit base cuts, export content for programs, and support production workflow.

Cast Member / Quick Service Food And Beverage at Walt Disney World Resort

January 1, 2015 - June 30, 2015

Prepare and serve foods, monitor distribution for special diets, provide excellent customer service, guide guests and resolve inquiries, work with large crowds.