Rachel Henry
Rockford,IL
Summary
Dynamic leader and seasoned professional, adept in crisis management and project planning, with a proven track record of fostering industry relationships and maintaining high ethical standards. At Bang Pow Media, excelled in enhancing a brand presence of authenticity, and in coordinating major projects, showcasing an ability to lead with integrity and and an open heart.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
President/CEO
Bang Pow Media
01.2008 - Current
- Field all custom video order emails (usually dozens monthly), working with customers to clearly identify their desirable outcome. Follow up upon delivery to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Field all emails and negotiate with various other opportunities that come my way as far as working with different brands, guesting on promotional podcasts, various other promotional opportunities and appearances.
- Manage all bookings and gigs for myself for mainstream productions - coordinate the date and time on the schedule, get myself to the booking, maintain professionalism on set at all times, perform to the best of my passion and abilities, foster good working relationships with my colleagues.
- Manage my own digital front video stores - delegate admin tasks to assistants, oversee their work.
- Maintain social media marketing and presence across many platforms.
- Produce films - organize dates and times with other models, producers, and my partner/VP/cameraperson. My tasks on production days:
- Makeup artist
- Set design
- Wardrobe
- Script supervisor
- Director
- Actor
- Cultivate strong improvisational skills for various performances, including wrestling and fight choreography.
- Attend public appearances - conventions and expos to promote my brand and work, and to coordinate with other models/producers to create content together.
Massage Therapist
Self
10.2014 - 08.2015
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication.
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
- Provided clear, concise instructions to clients to prepare for massage services.
- Utilized deep tissue, Swedish and lomi lomi massage therapy techniques to provide options to customers.
- Created comfortable and professional environment for clients.
- Booked appointments, answered calls, greeted clients, handled payments, and used client resource management software.
- Ensured client safety and comfort by adhering to strict hygienic practices and proper draping techniques.
- Assisted clients in understanding benefits of massage therapy and provided education on self-care techniques.
- Assessed medical histories and conditions of clients to determine contraindications to massage services.
Self-Employed Model
Multiple
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Excelled in changing environments while maintaining professionalism, even under pressure
- Remained focused, motivated, professional, and maintained positive attitude throughout long shoots and events.
- Secured repeat bookings through that outstanding professionalism and adaptability.
- Networked with industry professionals, promoting valuable relationships that led to future opportunities.
- Fostered positive relationships with set crew, creating collaborative work environment.
- Received training in video camera operation and shot composition, and was successful cameraperson for many professional productions.
- Worked as production assistant for many professional productions - gathering paperwork, copying ID's, maintaining the set, helping production in any way needed, creating a smooth shoot experience.
- Represented companies and brands at conventions and trade shows.
- Worked often with fine art photographers.
Exotic Dancer
Multiple Clubs
10.2002 - 01.2008
- Approached customers with friendliness and engaging interactions, maintaining professionalism while enforcing boundaries.
- Continuously improved dancing skills by observing stage performances, emulating, and building my own personal style and stage presence with a focus on the art of movement, sensuality, and musical embodiment.
- Learned a moderate amount of skilled pole tricks.
- Supported venue marketing efforts through participation in photoshoots or video recordings.
- Collaborated with fellow dancers to develop choreography for themed events, special occasions, and competitions.
- Developed attentive listening skills when engaging with clients.
- Cultivated my own understanding of the art of seduction.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Massage Therapy
International Professional School of Bodywork
San Diego01-2015
High School Diploma -
Serrano High School
Phelan, CA06-2001
Skills
- Integrity and ethics
- Industry relationship development
- Approachable leader
- Crisis Management
- Project Management
- Planning and coordination
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Public Speaking
- Cultural Awareness
Timeline
Massage Therapist
Self
10.2014 - 08.2015
President/CEO
Bang Pow Media
01.2008 - Current
Self-Employed Model
Multiple
01.2003 - 01.2008
Exotic Dancer
Multiple Clubs
10.2002 - 01.2008
Certificate of Technical Studies - Massage Therapy
International Professional School of Bodywork
High School Diploma -
Serrano High School
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