Christian Crook

Experience

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  Skyline Queenstown

  Dec 2015 - Sept 2018

  Stargazing Guide/Manager

  • Led immersive stargazing tours, delivering engaging explanations of celestial phenomena and tailoring experiences to guests' interests.• Oversaw guides, managed schedules, and ensured seamless, high-quality guest experiences through effective leadership.• Collaborated with Skyline's marketing team to promote tours, providing content and insights to enhance campaigns.

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  Dart River Adventures

  Sept 2017 - Apr 2020

  Funyak Raft Guide Trip Leader

  • Managed and led inflatable raft day tours, overseeing the other guides and ensuring guest safety while delivering educational content about the local ecosystem and history.• Fostered positive guest experiences by addressing needs, adapting to group dynamics, and maintaining a high standard of service for diverse international groups.• Coordinated with the office and jetboat drivers to ensure river safety and adjusted trip plans as needed based on weather, water flow, and guest requirements. Show less

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  Morrisons Rogue Wilderness Adventures

  May 2019 - Sept 2020

  Whitewater Rafting Guide Trip Leader/Social Media Coordinator

  • Managed all aspects of multi-day class IV rafting trips, ensuring guest safety, leading side hikes, coordinating camp setup and meals, and delegating tasks to guides, all while maintaining effective time management for a seamless guest experience.• Engaged with guests throughout the trip, providing informative and personalized interactions to enhance their overall experience.• Managed the company’s social media channels including creating content, making regular posts, and interacting with followers. Show less

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  Teralani

  Dec 2020 - Aug 2021

  Catamaran Crew Member

  • Provided exceptional guest service, including loading/unloading guests, leading snorkeling sessions, handling various onboard duties, and ensuring the maintenance and upkeep of the boat for safe operations.• Engaged with guests as a naturalist, sharing information about local marine life and attractions to enhance their experience.

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  Christian Crook Photography LLC

  May 2021 - now

  Professional Photographer

  • Conduct private photoshoots for individuals, couples, and families, delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a consistent 5-star online rating.• Collaborate with businesses, including local tourism companies and outdoor apparel brands, to create diverse marketing content.• Develop and implement digital marketing strategies to promote photography services and enhance online visibility.• Manage e-commerce platforms, including Etsy, to sell prints of my photography.

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  Self-employed

  May 2021 - now

  Freelance Social Media Specialist and Digital Marketer

  • Collaborate with marketing teams to develop and execute social media strategies, manage client profiles, and run targeted ad campaigns to optimize engagement and ROI.• Create and publish multimedia content—photography, videos, and graphics—that aligns with brand identity and enhances online presence.• Leverage SEO and analytics tools to maximize content reach, optimize performance, and adapt strategies based on client feedback and trends.• Measure performance metrics and KPIs and regularly update stakeholders.• Design and maintain websites on platforms like WordPress, Squarespace, and Wix, integrating branding, custom domains, and e-commerce functionalities. Show less

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  Island Dream Productions

  May 2021 - Aug 2023

  Professional Photographer

  • Captured, edited, and sold high-resolution photography packages to guests on board several catamarans around Maui which included photos of the guests on the boats and in the water as well as local wildlife.• Collaborated with marketing teams at the various catamaran companies to create engaging visual content that boosted online presence and customer engagement.