Jenna DeAbreu

Experience

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  Longo's

  Nov 2008 - Jan 2012

  Barista
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  Sears Canada

  Oct 2011 - Dec 2012

  Portrait Photographer
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  The Home Depot Canada

  May 2012 - Apr 2014

  Sales Associate

  Sales associates provide fast, friendly service by actively seeking out customers to assess their needs and provide assistance. Sales associates have an emphasis on department and product knowledge, providing information on product features, and knowing related items to sell an entire project. Associates in this position know how to greet, qualify, recommend and close every customer in their department, and know how to handle basics in adjacent departments. Sales associates maintain the in-stock condition of assigned areas, and ensure that it is clean, shoppable, and safe. Each associate has the responsibility of providing a safe working and shopping environment by following all safety policies & standards, completing specified safety training, immediately correcting hazards & unsafe conditions or reporting conditions to the Manager On Duty, and working safely as not to endanger themselves, co-workers, vendors, or customers. These associates work in cooperation with their Department Supervisor and other associates in their department as well as other sales departments. Specific store departments may include Building Materials, Décor, Electrical, Flooring, Garden, Hardware, Kitchen & Bath, Lumber, Millwork, Paint, Plumbing and Tool Rental. Sales position types may include Department Sales, Lead Generator, Pro Account Sales, Sales Specialist, Special Services, and Customer Order Specialist.Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities: - Providing fast, friendly service - Actively seeking out customers on the racetrack and in the aisles- Offering a friendly greeting. Smiling, and making eye contact with customers- Asking open ended questions about customer's projects in order to determine their needs and level of expertise- Showing enthusiasm with the customer- When necessary, handling several customers at once Show less

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  Snapd Inc.

  Apr 2014 - Jan 2015

  Photographer/Journalist

  SNAP North/South Mississauga is a FREE monthly print publication and website specializing in a "non-political" friendly and entertaining photographic view of living in our community. Big or small, we cover them all from home, business, birthday and surprise parties, sporting events, business openings, festivals & concerts and all aspects of life in the community. The paper is printed monthly and distributed through high traffic "exit racks" at all key Retail Stores and strategically by our Current Advertisers in the area. Job responsibilities include: - Signing up for upcoming events to work- Providing own transportation to and from events- Finding key individuals at events and getting the story from them, taking notes from them and from other guest attending the event.- Observing the event and finding good photo opportunities to showcase the event in the paper. - Using an online system to upload images of event and ranking them based on their ability to show the true spirit of the event.- Writing about the event and editing to be sure there are no typos or grammatical errors in order to publish in print and online editions.- Meeting strict deadlines for multiple events. Show less

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  Future Stars Sports Photography

  Apr 2014 - Mar 2018

  Mentor/Photographer

  Future Stars Sports Photography is the recreational youth sports photography leader in Southern Ontario. Key Responsibilities: - Having a firm knowledge of DSLR camera's (familiar with “fill-flash” techniques).- Photograph quickly with attention to small details.- Intuitively learn new computer software quickly.- Learn and follow detailed procedures consistently.- Having knowledge of studio lighting, and studio equipment. - Physically fit, excellent verbal communication skills and friendly disposition.- Working with youth between the ages of 5 and 17.- Punctual, reliable and a team player.Mentor Role:- All roles of photographer plus:- Being able to handle complicated situations with customers.- Being able to troubleshoot technical problems with camera and software in order to help other photographers on shoot. - Ability to jump in a help out when schedules are falling behind.- Willingness to carry extra equipment for photographers in case of technical issues.- Filling out report cards for photographers giving constructive feedback on their performances. Show less

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  Starbucks

  Jul 2014 - Jun 2016

  Barista

  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Acting with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the culture, values and mission of Starbucks.- Maintaining a calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to keep store operating to standard and to set a positive example for the shift team.- Anticipating customer and store needs by constantly evaluating environment and customers for cues.- Communicating information to manager so that the team can respond as necessary to create the Third Place environment during each shift.- Assisting with new partner training by positively reinforcing successful performance and giving respectful and encouraging coaching as needed.- Contributing to positive team environment by recognizing alarms or changes in partner morale and performance and communicating them to the store manager.- Delivering legendary customer service to all customers by acting with a customer comes first attitude and connecting with the customer. Discovering and responding to customer needs.- Following Starbucks operational policies and procedures, including those for cash handling and safety and security, to ensure the safety of all partners during each shift. Maintaining a clean and organized workspace so that partners can locate resources and product as needed.- Maintaining regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.- Providing quality beverages, whole bean, and food products consistently for all customers by adhering to all recipe and presentation standards. Following health, safety and sanitation guidelines for all products.- Recognizing and reinforces individual and team accomplishments by using existing organizational methods. Show less

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  Pegasus School Images

  Aug 2014 - Mar 2018

  Key Responsibilities: - Having a firm knowledge of DSLR camera's (familiar with “fill-flash” techniques).- Photograph quickly with attention to small details.- Intuitively learn new computer software quickly.- Learn and follow detailed procedures consistently.- Having knowledge of studio lighting, and studio equipment. - Physically fit, excellent verbal communication skills and friendly disposition.- Working with youth between the ages of 5 and 17.- Punctual, reliable and a team player. Show less

  • Account Manager

    Oct 2017 - Mar 2018

  • Photo Retoucher

    Jun 2016 - Mar 2018

  • Mentor/Photographer

    Aug 2014 - Mar 2018
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  Sandy Nicholson Stills and Motion

  Jan 2015 - Jun 2016

  • Studio Assistant / Archive and Data Manager

    Mar 2015 - Jun 2016

  • Photography Intern

    Jan 2015 - Feb 2015
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  EmergeTO

  Jan 2015 - Apr 2015

  Photographer
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  Freelancer (self employed)

  Jun 2015 - Jan 2019

  Photographer Assistant / Production Assistant
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  Olsen Europe

  Feb 2017 - Jun 2020

  Photo Retoucher
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  The Home Depot

  Aug 2018 - May 2019

  Merchandiser
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  Aaron Brothers, Inc.

  Nov 2018 - May 2019

  Framer
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  The Davey Tree Expert Company

  May 2019 - Apr 2021

  Ground Crew
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  Maple Hill Tree Services

  Apr 2021 - May 2024

  Arborist
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  City of Kitchener

  Jun 2024 - now

  Arborist