Stephanie Steinmetz

Experience

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  Hyon Smith Photography LLC

  Jun 2003 - Aug 2006

  Assistant Photographer

  I captured moments in the candid/documentary style on Canon cameras. My responsibilities included: - using Adobe Photoshop to retouch photographs for color, cosmetic retouching, and artistic stylings in Adobe Photoshop;- equipment inventory and set-up/break-down of lighting equipment for studio sessions; - maintaining and organizing files for clients on Mac operating system;- establishing and maintaining client relationships through e-mail and phone correspondence; and - created and implemented pricing sheets for photography packages for clientsI used Canon camera equipment for photographing events. Show less

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  Artsy Like Whoa

  Apr 2010 - now

  Artist

  I create hand-made goods out of upcycled and recycled materials. I also knit and crochet fashion accessories. As the owner of my own e-commerce shop, I maintain the products in the shop. I inventory, photograph, digitally retouch images, watermark, and upload products and their descriptions to my shop. I promote my products through social media (Facebook and Instagram) on a bi-weekly basis.artsylikewhoa.com

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  FCPS

  Jun 2010 - Jun 2015

  Art Teacher

  For five years, I inspired school-aged children in Northern Virginia to express themselves in the art room. I taught elementary art at the following schools:- Hunters Woods Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences in Reston, Virginia- Vienna Elementary School in Vienna, Virginia- Dranesville Elementary School in Herndon, Virginia- Buzz Aldrin Elementary School in Reston, Virginia- Crestwood Elementary School in Springfield, VirginiaAs an art educator, I had the following responsibilities:- hanging artwork in public spaces both within the school and in the community; - creating and implementing lessons with cross-curricular connections that go in tandem with the FCPS Fine Arts Program of Studies; and - assessing, archiving, documenting through photographic means and displaying student art projects Show less

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  Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services

  Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

  Art Coordinator/Instructor

  As an art coordinator and instructor, I had the following responsibilities:- creating and implementing art activities for children between the ages of 5 and 12; - ordering, assessing and stocking art supplies for multiple camp locations in the Fairfax County area for summer recreation programs;- directed and coordinated camp counselors and counselors-in-training for art-related engagement with campers; and - organized and secured art projects and supplies for multiple camp locations Show less

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  Seltzer Film & Video

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2015

  Assistant Photographer

  I assisted Ms. Seltzer with wedding and special event photography in the D.C. Metro area. I retouched photographs for color, cosmetic retouching, and artistic stylings in Adobe Photoshop. I used Canon and Nikon equipment for photographing events.

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  Joy of Dance

  Jun 2015 - Oct 2015

  Graphic Designer/Customer Service

  My responsibilities include: - establishing and maintaining relationships with customers - drafted, created and maintained display boards for promotion of dance classes geared towards children between the ages of 2 and 15 years old

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  The Sign Shop LLC

  Apr 2016 - May 2016

  Graphic Designer

  I created banners, vehicle and boat vinyl graphics and signs for local businesses. I used programs such as Adobe Illustrator and Quartz Composer.

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  Anywhere

  May 2016 - now

  Freelance Graphic Designer

  I am currently taking any freelance graphic design projects and short-term contracts.I pride myself with providing customers with eye-catching designs that effectively communicate their ideas and/or company name and information.

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  Signarama

  Apr 2017 - Oct 2018

  Graphic Designer/Customer Account Specialist

  I work with customers and co-workers on creating quality graphics for their businesses and non-profits in the Northern Virginia/DC/Maryland area.My responsibilities include: - establishing and maintaining relationships with customers - preparing client files such as quotes, proofs/mocks ups with accurate dimensions and representation for approval and purchase - coordinate with vendors, contractors and colleagues for product production and installation

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  Design Techniques Inc

  Oct 2018 - Oct 2019

  Graphic Designer

  Designed site maps for Northern Virginia real estate companies, visually translating complex engineering files into aesthetically pleasing designs Used Adobe Illustrator and InDesign on a daily basis Responsible for communicating with clients regarding status of deliverables on a daily basis Designed, prepared and distributed digital and physical site maps for clients such as Ryan Homes and NV Homes Packaged and shipped brochures, portfolio pages and plexiglas signs on a weekly basis Show less