Nathan Flohr

Nathan Flohr Core Competencies Contact  Small team leadership   -www.nathan.media www.linkedin.com/in/nathanflohr  Creative problem solving  -    Studied Japanese and Japanese Economics  • When I do a job, I make sure it’s done right by checking it thoroughly. Often there is only one chance to make a client pleased and making sure that is done in perpetuity is of paramount importance. Technical competence  Doshisha University, Kyoto, Japan, 03/2017 – 08/2017 Consistent note taker in school, organized global travel itineraries When working a complex job any simple organizational tasks to make my workflow happen more efficiently are done first. Strong work follow-through  Bachelor of Arts in Economics with specialization in Policy At my business club I was a group leader of five for our quarterly Case Competition and one member just did not show up. Having to improvise and pivot priorities between the other members and myself was a rewarding challenge. Highly organized   Education At UC Davis’ top business club, EBSA, I was the Media Director in charge of all media aspects and often worked with other Board members to produce and publish effective material. At Magical Lighting, a production company I’ve worked for over three years, I Crew Chief and am in charge of coming into a venue and work with my crew of three or four and organize and execute effective setups to the client’s specifications. In lighting, I work with wattage, voltage, and am spatially aware of what I’m doing while keeping the importance of the visual aesthetics of the results In portrait photography the result of a satisfied client only comes when the model and their needs are prioritized first. The lighting, positioning, and set location – be it in a studio or outside, only work when the model and I are on the same page.  Ready to work an Agile development environment Ambitious  I’m the kind of person that is going to make a positive mark on any workspace I am located in and constantly trying to improve my performance, my environment, and my teams. Experience Magical Lighting, Lighting Technician, Photo Editor, San Jose, CA, 3 years 5 months 05/2015 – Present  Project manager on small teams working closely with client to implement their lighting vision in a technically feasible manner that met their budget.  Designed marketing content to be used in global advertisement. Experience Continued Enhanced Lighting and Audio Visual, Lighting Technician, San Francisco, CA, 6 months, 04/2018 – Present  Recognized for my achievements at Magical Lighting I was recommended to conduct high-level production and design skills where I prepare, rig, operate and maintain stage lighting systems and electrical effects. UC Davis College of Biological Sciences, Data Management and Web Specialist, 3 months, 04/2018 – 07/2018  Created the lab’s first website and contact portal and highlighted lab accomplishments.  Independently organized 30 years of research from chaos into order. Created an organizational database and catalog of current and previous scientists so that decades of research on brain function and how this is altered in disease and in response to injury can be efficiently utilized. Trader Joes, Crew Member, Campbell, CA, 3 years, 10/2013 – 09/2016  Provided an excellent customer service and gained kills in communications, registering, training, merchandising, and stocking.  Due to passion for the brand was selected to create custom signage  Awarded “exceeds expectations” rating on performance reviews 5 consecutive times over for 2 ½ years. Freelance Photographer, Bay Area, CA, 06/2015 – Present  Strong interpersonal communication skills combined with extensive knowledge of portrait lighting and composition consistently result in satisfied clients. Extracurricular Leadership Abrahamic Alliance International, Non-Profit, Media Curator, San Jose, CA, 08/2014 – Present  Direct all media production projects.  Photographer and exclusive photo editor a diverse, multi-cultural organization whose impact is seen by thousands. Economic and Business Student Association (EBSA), Media Director, UC Davis, Davis, CA,10/2016 – 06/2018  Oversaw and executed all media related topics in photography, video, and social media resulted in an excellent product with a fast turnover rate within two hours of events.  Recipient of an honorary award, Winter 2016 Member of the Quarter.  Increased Instagram activity by 30%. Alpha Gamma Sigma Honors Society, Saratoga, CA, 01/2015 – 05/2016 ▪ Supported the Bay Area community by volunteering at three programs 50 hours every semester. ▪ Gained leadership abilities working with diverse group to support the Saratoga and San Jose community. Corner of Love, Mission Trip, San Ramon, Nicaragua, 04/2016 – 04/2016  Provided medical care assistant, eyewear, clothes, and medicine for over 1500 people in multiple villages in rural Nicaragua Volunteer/ Interests     Science Fair Judge for 6th Grade at Alum Rock School, San Jose, CA Tutor for Low-income Elementary Outreach Program, San Jose, CA Language Learning, Japanese, American Sign Language Photography, Photo editing, Video Editing, Calligraphy