Architecture | Corporate  Photographer  Based in Chicago, Illinois.  Able and ready to travel as needed.  Please call me and we can discuss your needs.

Resume

Patrick Warneka

4814 N. Clark St. #210                                                                    Cell: 773.915.3178

Chicago, IL 60640                                                                       pjwarneka@gmail.com

Skill Highlights
 

• Ability and prior experience engaging and growing consumer interest via

Facebook, online marketing, YouTube, blogs and email marketing

• Advanced knowledge of e-commerce and operations as well as experience using marketing automation tools
• Solid strategy development and analytical skills, sound business judgment and the ability to provide direction to senior management
• Superb communication skills, including strong oral and presentation skills with the ability to communicate and interact at all levels
• Excellent management and project management skills, with the ability to delegate and manage multiple priorities while generating positive relationships
• Ability to think and problem solve creatively to solve business challenges
   Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
• Works well under pressure and managing multiple deliverables and timelines.

            Brand development                                                           Project management

Public speaking                                                                       True View marketing

            Quick Books                                                                    Email campaigns

            Google analytics                                                         Knowledge of market trends

            Strategic media placement                                          SEO for Marketing

            Adobe Photoshop                                                            Digital video

            Social media                                                                Commercial Photography

                  Final Cut Pro                                                                                                       Adwords                                                                      

Work Experience

Photographer                                                                                2001-present

Patrick John Photography                                                                  Chicago, IL

Work with companies to produce executive portrait, event and annual report photography. Consulted with Public Relations staff to ensure company guidelines were followed and deadlines met. Provided both Location and studio photography. Offered customized architectural photography tours to visitors and company groups, as well as online marketing and fine art sales.

Office Operations Assistant                                                                   05/2012 - 07/2013

Art Book Binders of America                                                                            Chicago, IL

Designed and created marketing collateral for sales meetings, trade shows and company executives. Created an official company page on Facebook, Linkedin, Pintrest and Google + in support of SEO strategies.   Verified details of transactions, A/R and A/P balance. Account deposits, as well as monthly reserve transfers. Conducted month-end balance sheet reviews and reconciled any variances. Researched and resolved billing and invoice problems. Maintained the front desk and reception. Served as point of contact for all outside vendors. Dispersed incoming mail.

New hire orientation and office operations                                           04/2002 - 03/2012  

KPMG LLP                                                                                                            Chicago, IL

Served as a greeter for clients, directed executives to meetings and ran switchboard. Conducted weekly new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives. Created new hire course content and all materials. Order cafe and office supplies.  Provided support to visiting executives in coordination with other executive assistants. Booked and set up conference rooms, ordered and delivered catering, provided meeting support.

Owner                                                                                                        01/2002 - 01/2004

MyRentCheck.com                                                                                            Chicago, IL

Managed the day-to-day tactical and long-term strategic activities within the business.  Managed all social media programs, including Internet forums, blog, social networking. Designed, created marketing content for online marketing and social media using Adwords, analytics and trends to increase brand awareness.  Increased company revenue to $165,000. 40,000+ Subscribers.  Leveraged CRM data of customers and industry. Successfully market EFTPS service. SOLD 2004

Concierge -President of Chicago Concierge Association                         10/1995 - 02/2002

Fairmont Hotels and Resorts                                                                                       Chicago, IL        

Assisted guests with special requests. Planned events and outings for guests, dignitaries and executives. Worked directly with Mayor and Mayors office of Tourism. Involved in creation and development of marketing and advertising campaigns used nationwide Managed all social media programs, including Internet forums, blogs, social networking applications and message boards. Presented current promotions to the public at events and tradeshows.

Owner                                                                                              01/1997 - 02/2000 CityKnows.com                                                                                                       Chicago, IL

Managed the day-to-day tactical and long-term strategic activities within the business. Analyzed client requirements, created and drove strategy development. Cross-marketed with key industry leaders. Researched market and industry trends to identify potential new products and services. Managed the design and launch of the company's website. Developed content, marketing and SEO strategies. Implemented and evolved high-impact strategies to target new business opportunities and new markets. Managed all social media programs. Presented current promotions to the public at events and trade shows. SOLD 2000

Education

University of Dayton

Dayton, OH, United States

 Studied Marketing + Marketing Management, General