KAREN KAVANAGH K_KAVANAGH@SYMPATICO.CA 613.899.5801

OBJECTIVE Resourceful and dynamic administrative assistant eager to transition into an active full or part-time role either independently or as part of a team.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

COMPUTER

ORGANIZATIONAL

PHOTOGRAPHY

INTERPERSONAL/ LEADERSHIP

Advanced in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Lightroom, Deltek Vision

Excellent formatting skills for creating letters, memos, emails, newsletters

60 wpm typing speed

Proficient on both PC and MAC operating systems

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Exercises great attention to detail

Planning and executing projects while respecting deadlines

Coordinating resources

Time management

File management; hard copy and digital format

Multitasking - driving objectives forward throughout multiple stages of development while balancing administrative duties and client inquiries

Event planning and coordinating

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Photography equipment; ND800, ND600, various prime and zoom lenses

Image processing and delivery

Network marketing - using social media platforms to build business contacts and expand client base

Photo journalism - using photography and blog writing to advance business and philanthropic pursuits

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Excellent communicator with an engaging demeanor and positive can-do attitude, ensuring customer & client needs are heard, understood and addressed

Focused and driven work ethic. I work very hard to complete tasks with a high regard for quality

Recognizing opportunities and talents within others and encouraging them by reinforcing a positive work environment

Friendly, outgoing and efficient while remaining punctual and respecting project timelines

EXPERIENCE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, W.F. BAIRD & ASSOCIATES COASTAL ENGINEERING May 2016-Present

Administrative duties include managing incoming calls, maintaining filing systems, assembling reports, preparing expense claims and receipt of invoices, travel arrangements, assisting staff with organizing meetings and special events. SENIOR SALES ASSOCIATE, A DASH OF FAB WOMEN’S BOUTIQUE

Mar 2015-July 2016

Providing exemplary customer service to our wide customer base by offering fashion styling advice with an outgoing and friendly demeanor.

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PHOTOGRAPHER & OWNER, KAREN KAVANAGH PHOTOGRAPHY Dec 2010-May 2016 KKP has become a local favourite amongst families and businesses for professional photography services in Arnprior and the Ottawa Region. KKP has enjoyed rapid and sustained growth over the last 5 years. By incorporating technical photography skills, multi-level sales and value-add services, KKP is a profitable business that enjoys a collaborative spirit within the local community. I have been commissioned by numerous clients for re-branding website projects such as: The Town of Arnprior, and Pillar 5 Pharma. My work has also been published online, in print, and on billboards. CASH MANAGER, SHOPPERS DRUG MART May 2007-Nov 2008 Rapidly advancing from Supervisor to Manager at Shoppers Drug Mart, it was my primary responsibility to handle the cash office; keeping all store transactions, cash and lottery kiosk balanced. I also reported to the pharmacy owner and store manager on critical management issues such as: staffing, theft prevention and general front-of- store-matters. DINING ROOM MANAGER, THE BERKELEY RETIREMENT HOME 1999-2005 Enjoying a long tenure within The Berkeley Retirement Home, I held several positions including dietary aide, personal care worker, and dining room supervisor, and advanced into the role of Dining Room Manager. I was also responsible for administration and reception duties, coordinating ambulatory care, hygiene programs, and many other personal care programs for residents.

EDUCATION EXECUTIVE OFFICE ADMINISTRATION DIPLOMA, ALGONQUIN COLLEGE

MARCH 2015-JUNE 2016

Advanced Word Processing

Document Production

Business and Legal Concepts

Executive Integrated Projects

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, AUBURN DRIVE HIGH SCHOOL

SEPTEMBER 1996-JUNE 1999

WHMIS certification-2014

Safe Food Handlers certification-2014

VOLUNTEER WORK

FOUNDER AND COORDINATOR, FAMILIES HELPING FAMILIES SEPT 2013-PRESENT

“Families Helping Families” is a very successful initiative that has helped provide the basic needs of nearly 100 local families over the last two years by providing grocery hampers, toiletries, and brand new gifts at Christmas. I network with local community members and business owners to fundraise. I maintain project management, control and also work closely with our clients while preserving a professional yet compassionate attitude.

HOT LUNCH COORDINATOR, AJ CHARBONNEAU PUBLIC SCHOOL SEPT 2012-JUNE 2014

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Preparation of hot lunch forms as well as sorting all student’s orders. Connecting with local restaurants to find the best price options while adhering to healthy food guides as per board policy. Picking up, delivering and distributing lunches to classrooms each Friday.