Overview
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Ryan Kiper

Bloomington,IL

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Member

Rivian
06.2022 - Current
  • Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Provided exceptional support to colleagues by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and fostering teamwork.
  • Assisted in the onboarding of new team members by providing guidance, support, and training resources to ensure a smooth transition into the work environment.

Editorial Content Manager

Lifeplace Church
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Manage content and distribute to online channels and social media platforms. Color correct media and edit audio to finalize for podcasts and radio.
  • Work alongside Pastor to create appealing video for thousand online viewers each week. Edit and source images and videos using Davinci.

Staff

Youth With A Mission-Brisbane
09.2020 - 04.2022
  • Maintained property at campus responsible for painting, lawn care and detailing vehicles.
  • Designed promotional videos used across multiple communications channels.
  • Contributed to YWAM YouTube channel and newsletter used for promoting base activities.
  • Participated with mission outreaches preached, shared testimonies and provided humanitarian services.
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of customer-facing work area and dining room space to meet governmental and organizational safety and health guidelines.

Camera Man

Interspot Productions
10.2016 - 09.2019
  • Operated DSLR cameras during shooting.
  • Edited average of four spots every year using Final Cut Pro.
  • Operated camera and audio recordings for weddings.

Videographer Intern

Vale Church
01.2019 - 08.2019
  • Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
  • Set up and used cameras in different types of mounts for live and recorded broadcasts.
  • Calculated proper lighting, shutter angles, camera distances and shot factors.

Restaurant Team Member

Panera
04.2018 - 05.2019
  • Used cash registers and calculators to prepare bills, accept payments and make change.
  • Checked and restocked utensils and condiments in appropriate locations for guests.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Greeted customers at drive-thru and took food orders.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.

Production Assistant / Camera Operator

ESPN3
08.2017 - 12.2018
  • Introduced shows on-air and announced station breaks, commercials and public service information.
  • Supported production needs by moving equipment, conveyors and staging areas. Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies to coordinate production activities.
  • Interacted with directors, producers and talent while remaining focused and professional at all times.

Kitchen Staff Member

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
08.2017 - 05.2018
  • Sanitized dining ware and kitchen equipment according to health code standards.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock and following proper storage procedures.

Summer Camp Counselor

State Farm Park
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
  • Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.

Shoes Sale Associate

Kohl's Department Store
10.2015 - 08.2016
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Greeted customers, offered assistance in finding requested items and carried merchandise to checkout line.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories and merchandise care.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.

Summer Residential Counselor

Easter Seals Midwest
05.2015 - 07.2015
  • Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal and social skills.
  • Resolved conflicts by performing in-time crisis intervention and enforcing discipline and behavior metrics.
  • Responsible for boys with all different disabilities.
  • Inspired campers to participate in fishing, canoeing and high ropes course.

Dining Hall Staff Member

Calvin College
12.2014 - 05.2015
  • Monitored dining room inventory and replenished as necessary.
  • Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
  • Followed sanitary food handling procedures, focused on correct use of covers and labels and discarded ingredients by expiration date.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.

Outdoor Sales and Receiving

Menards
05.2013 - 08.2014
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.

Summer Lifeguard

State Farm Park
05.2012 - 08.2012
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms and rip currents.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.

Education

Certificate 4 in Discipleship Ministry - Basic Leadership School

University of Nations
Brisbane, Australia
04.2022

Certificate Three in Discipleship - Discipleship Training School

University of Nations
Brisbane, Australia
04.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Cinema And Photography

Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL
05.2019

Associate of Arts - Cinema Production

Heartland Community College
Normal, IL
05.2015

High School Diploma -

Normal West High School
Normal, IL
05.2013

Skills

  • Decision Making
  • Forklift Operation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Communication and Collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Physical Strength and Stamina
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Customer Service
  • Pro Tools
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Powerpoint

Professional Objective

Hands-on, motivated professional with a strong work ethic and a passion for outdoor and physically active roles. Skilled at working with tools, machinery, and team-based environments where problem-solving and initiative are valued. Known for reliability, adaptability, and a strong desire to grow within an organization. Seeking long-term opportunities that offer career advancement and the chance to build new skills through hard work and dedication.

Additional Information

Scout Leader - Brisbane, Australia - 2021-2022

Mission Teams - Malaysia (2020), Australia (2019-2022), Haiti (2014)

Eagle Scout (2013)

Fire Extinguisher Certified October 2022 -Rivian

Timeline

Team Member

Rivian
06.2022 - Current

Editorial Content Manager

Lifeplace Church
01.2021 - 05.2022

Staff

Youth With A Mission-Brisbane
09.2020 - 04.2022

Videographer Intern

Vale Church
01.2019 - 08.2019

Restaurant Team Member

Panera
04.2018 - 05.2019

Kitchen Staff Member

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
08.2017 - 05.2018

Production Assistant / Camera Operator

ESPN3
08.2017 - 12.2018

Summer Camp Counselor

State Farm Park
05.2017 - 08.2017

Camera Man

Interspot Productions
10.2016 - 09.2019

Shoes Sale Associate

Kohl's Department Store
10.2015 - 08.2016

Summer Residential Counselor

Easter Seals Midwest
05.2015 - 07.2015

Dining Hall Staff Member

Calvin College
12.2014 - 05.2015

Outdoor Sales and Receiving

Menards
05.2013 - 08.2014

Summer Lifeguard

State Farm Park
05.2012 - 08.2012

Certificate 4 in Discipleship Ministry - Basic Leadership School

University of Nations

Certificate Three in Discipleship - Discipleship Training School

University of Nations

Bachelor of Arts - Cinema And Photography

Southern Illinois University

Associate of Arts - Cinema Production

Heartland Community College

High School Diploma -

Normal West High School

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