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Carly LaFrance

Plympton,MA

Summary

Motivated college student pursuing a future in animal health and behavior. Dependable, hardworking, and a quick learner in all job settings. Eager to learn, gain new experiences, and develop as a person and worker in the animal industry. Committed, reliable, and a team player with confidence to be in a leadership position.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

The Catered Affair
03.2022 - Current
  • Assist in the set up and break down of events (dining spaces, receptions, kitchens, back of house, etc.) following client visions.
  • Maintain a friendly and welcoming attitude towards all guests.
  • Serve food and beverages promptly and professionally following company procedures.
  • Helped guests with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
  • Train and develop new employees, as well as lead teams in set up and dining room service.
  • Provide exceptional service throughout event to all guests and vendors.

Photographer

Carly LaFrance Photography
03.2018 - Current
  • Capture specific requests of clients to create perfect images.
  • Collaborate directly with subjects (animals, individuals, families) both before, during, and after photo shoots.
  • Recognize the operation of digital cameras and editing software and use skills to enhance images.
  • Make adaptations and suggestions according to changes in weather, wardrobe, environment, etc.
  • Display portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.

Pet Sitter

Carly LaFrance Pet Sitting
06.2014 - Current
  • Care for, clean, and feed client's animals, as well as provide mental stimulation, exercise, and grooming.
  • Follow specific and rigorous tasks, schedules, and requested as developed by clients.
  • Identify animal medical concerns and warnings. (Communicate with clients if issues arise or intervention becomes necessary.)
  • Discern specific needs of different species (cats, dogs, small animals, birds, farm, etc).
  • Maintain communication with clients throughout appointments by providing updates.


Head Barn Staff

Zina Baltopoulos Eventing At Apple Knoll Farm
09.2020 - 08.2021
  • Feed, handle, and manage ~20 horses in all-season weather, including blanketing and fly gear.
  • Operate basic farm equipment and tools to maintain property.
  • Clean and dispose of waste in stables/paddocks and make up new stalls.
  • Understand equine safety, health, and medical concerns.
  • Care for injured, medicated, or recovering horses as per vet instruction.
  • Ability to answer client questions on horses, facility, practices, etc.

Barn Staff

Winters End Farm
06.2020 - 09.2020

Responsibilities identical to position above.

Poultry Farm Staff

Private Farm
04.2012 - 06.2020
  • Feed, water, clean, and manage 100+ chickens, ducks, and geese in all seasons and weather conditions.
  • Understand poultry health and medical concerns, as well as follow protocol if implicating conditions arise.
  • Increased cleanliness and organization throughout facility.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Animal Health And Behavior

Unity College
Remote
05.2026

Some College (No Degree) - Wildlife Conservation And Ecology

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA

High School Diploma -

Canton High School
Canton, MA
05.2022

Skills

  • Animal Care and Handling
  • High Quality Standards
  • Professional Responsibility
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Employee Training
  • Communication
  • Project Management
  • Farm Management
  • Environmental Awareness
  • Animal, Landscape, and Portrait Photography
  • Image Editing

Timeline

Server

The Catered Affair
03.2022 - Current

Head Barn Staff

Zina Baltopoulos Eventing At Apple Knoll Farm
09.2020 - 08.2021

Barn Staff

Winters End Farm
06.2020 - 09.2020

Photographer

Carly LaFrance Photography
03.2018 - Current

Pet Sitter

Carly LaFrance Pet Sitting
06.2014 - Current

Poultry Farm Staff

Private Farm
04.2012 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science - Animal Health And Behavior

Unity College

Some College (No Degree) - Wildlife Conservation And Ecology

University of Massachusetts Amherst

High School Diploma -

Canton High School
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