Cathlin Arness Email & Phone Number

Vancouver, BC, CA

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

• Accounts Payable - process third party vendor invoices to appropriate files for inclusion as disbursements on firm invoices and attend to payment on varying terms and timelines.
• Accounts Receivable - receive and apply payments to firm accounts and prepare daily bank deposits for multiple business units.
• File Opening - follow established protocol to open new legal matters with accurate details, and work with COO and file opening team to improve process and increase efficiency.

Vancouver, Canada Area

• As an assistant and coordinator, my focussed and timely attention to the details of every celebration enhances our clients’ experiences and our team’s efficiency.
• provide collaborative support in on-site wedding day logistics
• assist in managing the event schedule, communicating with bridal party, family, guests, and vendors to ensure the timeline runs as planned
• maintain a calm, collected, and upbeat demeanour when resolving each unique challenge
• meticulously set up, carefully take down, and pack event equipment and decor

Vancouver, Canada Area

• Providing front-of-house, client care, and administration services at Stone Fox Hair has improved the operation of the studio, helping to retain clients and maintain the salon's busy schedule. I contributed to the.
• suggest and implement policies and procedures to improve client retention, schedule maintenance, and salon efficiency
• help ensure repeat visits by developing relationships and rapport with clients, learning their specific needs and fostering trust through clear and efficient communication
• book and organise the appointment schedules of seven busy stylists, balancing priority and timing
• produce monthly performance and sales reports for each employee
• monitor and order stock for retail sale

Remote

• Working freelance affords me the opportunity to work with small business clients to produce work that excites them and gets them noticed among competition. I've also had the pleasure of working on more personal.
• brand and re-brand small businesses through visual research, colour palette and typeface selection, and logo design, as well as the creation of stationery and social media
• improve usability of websites used for blogging and the sale of products and services by creating, implementing and maintaining practical designs
• help realise the vision, style, decor, and themes of weddings and events with fully customised design of invitation suites and other print materials, such as programmes, name cards, and seating charts

Vancouver, Canada Area

• As one of the leading florists in the city, working with Celsia Floral meant being part of a tight-knit team to go above and beyond on every single project. As the studio’s first dedicated front-of-house coordinator, I.
• increased studio efficiency and customer satisfaction through detailed attention to design specifications and highly organised delivery coordination allowing for increased sales and decreased customer complaints.
• developed, launched, and managed the studio’s A La Carte wedding and event floral service, working directly with clients to plan florals within specific budgets while offering the highest standard of client care and.
• revamped and managed the studio’s corporate programme, liaising directly with business clients to produce weekly arrangements to best suit a specific office space and florals for themed events
• guided clients through the order process in person, over the phone, through email, and online shopping platform, offering knowledgeable suggestions when required
• ensured designers were fully informed of order details and able to execute designs accurately and on schedule

Vancouver, Canada Area

• From engagements and families to editorial and fashion sessions, I assist Ashley in planning, setting up, and executing photo shoots.
• helped to create beautiful and memorable images by location scouting, setting up lighting, coaching clients/models on posing, and second shooting
• produced final products ready for print using graphic design and page layout skills

Vancouver, Canada Area

• As Visual Capitalist’s first Studio Coordinator, I defined the responsibilities and developed the role to support the design team, simplify day-to-day activities of the founder and all staff, and managed client.
• created a transparent and streamlined creative process for managers and designers by implementing and maintaining project management software and systems
• addressed client needs and inquiries quickly and efficiently by overseeing client relations and establishing open and simplified communication channels
• distilled clients’ ideas and instructions into easily understandable and executable visual plans
• helped ensure accuracy, clarity, and visual efficacy of published projects and campaigns through collaborative brainstorming, research, and art direction

Remote

• Responsible for all things aesthetic and design-related, I contributed to developing Keela’s maturing brand, drove sales and investments by designing clear and informative presentation documents, and provided insight.
• simplified the user experience for approximately 500 beta users and over 60 organisations by redesigning Keela’s entire user interface to be cleaner and more functional
• improved customer satisfaction through on-going and thorough audits of the user experience
• provided design guidelines for new productivity features to integrate smoothly with existing CRM tools

Vancouver, Canada Area

• As Kat and Dan’s assistant, I took on any task that would simplify their day. Through early mornings, late nights, and long days, I was required to be alert, follow directions, safeguard equipment, and execute.
• adhered to long, demanding schedules for 4 wedding seasons
• simplified the photographers’ process by accurately anticipating needs and quickly providing necessary equipment, set up, and feedback
• interacted professionally with clients, wedding parties, and families to ensure clarity of instructions
• provided professional and safe transportation, set up, and tear down of photographic and lighting gear in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings

Vancouver, Canada Area

• Redesigned and coded from scratch each year, LangaraPRM.com transforms the printed pages of Pacific Rim Magazine to a beautifully designed and fully accessible website. As the managing online editor, I was responsible.
• edited, further researched, and prepared all stories for web publishing with the help of assistant editors
• planned the stylistic use and placement of text throughout the website
• ensured cross-platform usability and legibility through extensive user testing

Vancouver, Canada Area

• Distributed annually with The Globe and Mail to 18,000 customers, Pacific Rim Magazine is a full-colour 64-page magazine, professionally written, designed, and produced by the Publishing programme at Langara College..
• enhanced information delivery and storytelling through collaboration with the editorial department on art and design
• performed on-going quality control to ensure colour accuracy, layout consistency, and print readiness
• completed all art tasks ahead of deadline by efficiently managing a team of 20 illustrators, designers, photographers, and layout artists during a 13-week schedule

Vancouver, Canada Area

• As an office assistant, I was responsible for all tasks associated with running the reception desks for the Vancouver locations of Cossette and Dare. In addition to being the first impression and gatekeeper of the.
• operated a busy multi-line phone system with confidence and courtesy for 6 separate business units
• created and disseminated professional, informative interoffice communications
• monitored and managed paper, print, office, and kitchen supplies
• maintained schedules, bookings, travel arrangements, and expense reports for 5 executives

Vancouver, Canada Area

• Oh My Gift is a celebration of beautiful, handcrafted giftware that inspires and connects customers to the world around them. I joined the shop team shortly after its opening, and helped to introduce its unique items.
• independently carried out opening and closing duties, including responsibly handling cash, preparing the till and float for daily sales, and maintaining shop order and cleanliness
• designed and set up shop displays to showcase products and drive sales
• offered personalised service and suggestions to each client based on their individual needs
• created beautifully packaged baskets and gifts with quick turnaround for clients

Kingston, Ontario

• Working in a very team-focused environment, I focused on delivering friendly and helpful service to customers, helped with opening, closing, and stocking duties, and learned a great deal about customer relations.
• maintained thorough product knowledge to effectively advise clients
• contributed to store success and daily goals by working collaboratively with fellow associates
• efficiently served clients at the register accepting cash, credit, and debit payments and processing exchanges and returns
• helped execute floor moves and display arrangements

Hamilton, Ontario

• As the acting receptionist for McMaster’s purchasing department, I was the first point of contact for email and telephone inquiries, and assisted the purchasing officers with day-to-day activities necessary for the.
• prepared and input purchase requisitions to the main computer system
• generated purchase numbers and requisitions for various products and clients
• ensured and confirmed timely receipt of orders and payments

Hamilton, Ontario

• I took over all the responsibilities of Lintack Architect’s long term administrative assistant during her maternity leave, maintaining office supplies, preparing proposals and presentations, and quickly learning.
• performed reception duties, interacting with clients over email, the phone, and in person
• ensured full stock of office supplies and ordered large-scale printing projects
• created detailed and stylised project proposals and presentations
• prepared invoices and account statements, processed payments and payroll using Simply Accounting software

Bachelor Of Arts (Honours), German Language And Literature, Religious Studies

Activities and Societies: Tricolour Yearbook photographer

Diploma, Publishing

Diploma, Professional Photo-Imaging, Photography

Activities and Societies: Graduation art show co-chair