Diana Pedder
--Professional Summary
Photographer, editor, graphic designer, writer, copywriter, blogger
I’m a problem solver, who can think outside the box, works well independently and as part of a team – I’m a quick learner who has determination and stamina. I give 110% in all tasks given. I deliver well to deadlines.
For almost 11 years, I owned and ran a busy photography studio, which enabled me to build a large portfolio of skills.
Personal Summary
Currently, I am on a family gap year and we are travelling in our motorhome, looking for cultural experiences, to broaden our horizons.
I love spending time with family and enjoying the great outdoors. I’m happiest when immersed in nature and am not afraid of getting stuck in (no matter the weather).
Eventually, we would love to have a plot of land to call our own and live as self sufficiently as possible. We are always looking for ways to reduce our carbon footprint and I have worked on some farms and smallholdings, in order to gain the experience for our aspirations.
Skills
Social media analysis
Social media engagement
Social media management
Networking
Online marketing strategies
Strong time management
Exceptional attention to detail
Quantative and qualitative market research
Creative and innovative
Digital marketing
Copywriting
Blogging
Graphic design
Editing
Photography
Website analysis
Web management
Goal planning
Analytical thinking
Budgeting and forecasting
Design
Photoshop
Great customer service skills
Branding
Planting and weeding
Working with nature and animals
Work History
Dutch Bakery Southport – sales assistant -
Pixifoto - Photography studio manager -
Self employed business owner – Diana Celine Photography – 2009 to 2020
Photographing a variety of subjects including people, products, food, events and interiors.
Working with local press and submitting weekly features.
Sales
Studio photography and mobile photography
Working under pressure with all ages, group sizes and temperaments
Giving excellent customer service which results in repeat custom and referrals
Analysing social media insights to engage with audience and grow client base
Analysing data to create marketing strategies
Implementing marketing strategies which resulted in huge growth of customer base
Answering calls, emails and addressing customer enquiries on a daily basis.
Solving problems and providing product information.
Verifying data integrity and accuracy
Performing initial client assessment and analysis to perform research processes.
Entering details such as payment, account information, client information and call logs into system
Analysing documents for appropriate distribution and filing.
Designing logos, marketing material and websites.
Education
Merchant Taylors School for girls – 10 GCSE’s A-B - 1999
Triple Sciences, Maths, English Literature, English Language, French, Latin, Art, Religious Studies
King George v College 3 A-Levels - 2001
Psychology, English, Art
University or Central England BA Hons Degree - 1 year completed- 2003
Media Management of Design and Communication
