Laura Cooksey

My husband and I have spent the past two year gutting and renovating two cottage in Wales. They are now Airbnbs.

• Collaborated with clients to develop personalized decluttering strategies resulting in improved home functionality.
• Empowering clients to maintain order independently.
• Increased available living space for clients through efficient use of storage solutions and furniture arrangement.
• Revamped closet organization, accessibility and visibility for effortless outfit selection.
• Boosted productivity levels by designing functional home office and workspace organization.
• Facilitated downsizing processes, assisting clients in making thoughtful decisions about possessions to keep or discard.

• Reduced stress levels for clients by transforming chaotic spaces into serene environments.
• Revamped closet organization, accessibility and visibility for effortless outfit selection.
• Facilitated downsizing processes, assisting clients in making thoughtful decisions about possessions to keep or discard.
• Coordinated estate sale preparations, categorizing items and staging displays for successful events.
• Efficiently managed moving processes by coordinating packing, labeling, and unpacking services to ensure a seamless transition into organized new homes.
• Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.

• Enhanced photo quality by adjusting lighting and camera settings for optimal results.
• Collaborated with photographers to compose visually striking images for various projects.
• Streamlined workflow by organizing and maintaining photography equipment, ensuring quick access during shoots.
• Increased client satisfaction by providing timely assistance in setting up and breaking down photo sessions.
• Contributed to the creative process by suggesting innovative ideas for photoshoot concepts and themes.
• Supported photographers in capturing high-quality images through precise positioning of subjects, props, and backgrounds.
• Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly responding to client inquiries and addressing any concerns throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety guidelines when handling equipment and managing studio spaces.
• Assisted in coordinating logistics for location-based shoots, including securing permits and scouting suitable sites based on project requirements.
• Managed scheduling requests efficiently to accommodate multiple clients while minimizing conflicts or delays.
• Facilitated smooth communication between photographers, models, stylists, makeup artists throughout the production process.

• Captured high-quality school portraits by utilizing professional photography equipment and lighting techniques.
• Enhanced student comfort during photo sessions by creating a relaxed atmosphere and providing clear instructions.
• Delivered consistent results with efficient time management, adhering to tight schedules and multiple appointments per day.
• Developed rapport with students, staff, and parents by maintaining a friendly and approachable demeanor throughout the photography process.
• Collaborated closely with school administrators to ensure seamless integration of photo sessions into the daily schedule.
• Handled customer inquiries professionally, resolving concerns promptly and efficiently while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
• Coordinated class picture days efficiently by organizing students according to predetermined guidelines provided by the school administration team.

• Captured compelling images by covering various events, including natural disasters, political rallies, and community gatherings.
• Enhanced storytelling through the use of powerful visuals, creating impactful photo essays for publication in print and online media outlets.
• Maintained professional standards while working under tight deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of captivating images for publication.
• Improved publication''s visual quality by collaborating with editors on selecting and arranging photographs for optimal impact.

• Streamlined the editing process for faster turnaround times by utilizing advanced software tools.
• Reduced project completion time by implementing efficient workflows and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Maintained organized digital archives of raw footage, final edits, and other assets for easy access and retrieval.
• Increased viewer engagement through skillful use of pacing, rhythm, and transitions in video edits.
• Contributed to brainstorming sessions for concept development, offering insight into effective editing techniques that support storytelling goals.
• Mentored junior editors on best practices in editing software usage, workflow management, and troubleshooting technical issues.
• Worked tight deadlines with team or independently and made quick creative editing decisions to maintain high quality of work.
• Edited together video, audio still imagery and motion graphics for creative and informational multimedia projects.
• Contributed new ideas and looked for ways to improve content editing and processes.