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Paige Hinrichs

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Freelance Photographer and Social Media Manager
Neptune Beach

Skills

  • Marketing Strategy
  • Content Creation
  • Customer Service
  • Photography
  • Retail Management
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Interests

Photography
Videography
Social Media Marketing
Content Creation
Marketing Strategy

Industries

Fashion
Lifestyle
Skate
Surf
Health & Fitness
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In my own words

Paige

<p><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">I am a versatile and creative professional with a strong background in retail, photography, content creation, and social media management.

With over seven years of experience in customer-facing roles, I excel at building meaningful relationships, providing exceptional service, and driving sales through personalized strategies. As a photographer for six years, I've honed a keen eye for storytelling through visuals. As a content creator and social media manager for the past three years, I've developed an expertise in crafting engaging digital content that resonates with audiences.</span></p>

Trajectory

Sep 2023 — Now
Social Media Manager · Innerlight Surf & Skate
-Developing and executing content strategies for social media platforms, boost brand awareness, and customer engagement. -Manage our content calendar, create visually appealing posts, and monitor performance metrics. -Manage collaborations with other content creators to connect with community and broaden the scope of audiences reached. -Create engaging content through photography and videography that showcases surf and skate products as well as local community events.
Jan 2020 — Now
Freelance Photographer and Videographer · Self-employed
-Capture and edit high-quality photography and videography for special events (weddings, graduations, etc.), surfing, and skateboarding -Manage all aspects of production including client communication, scheduling, location scouting, lighting, and post-production editing -Create compelling visual content tailored to client needs, resulting in strong referrals and repeat business -Utilize Adobe Creative Suite and other editing tools to deliver polished, professional final products Market services through social media and word-of-mouth, building a consistent client base over 6 years
Apr 2023 — Aug 2025
Keyholder & Manager · Innerlight Surf & Skate
Team Leadership & Training – supervised, mentored, and trained staff to maintain high performance and customer service standards Performance Management – monitored staff productivity, provided feedback, and motivated the team toward goals Inventory Management – oversaw stock levels, ordering, and merchandising to keep products well-organized and appealing Visual Merchandising – created engaging product displays that aligned with brand image and seasonal promotions Customer Relationship Management – built lasting relationships with regular customers and the local surf/skate community Product Knowledge Expertise – advised customers on surf, skate, and lifestyle products based on needs and trends Community Engagement – represented the shop at local events, surf contests, and brand activations
Mar 2024 — Nov 2024
Social Media Manager · Pensacola Sports
Content Strategy Development – planned and executed campaigns aligned with organizational goals Community Engagement – built relationships with followers, athletes, and local supporters through interactive posts and responses Analytics & Reporting – tracked engagement, reach, and growth metrics to optimize content performance Content Creation – produced photography, videography, graphics, and written copy tailored to sports audiences
Aug 2018 — Apr 2023
Retail Associate · Bluetique
Store Opening & Closing Procedures – handled daily open/close duties, secured cash, and maintained store safety Customer Experience – delivered personalized service to meet customer needs and build loyalty Upselling & Product Recommendations – increased sales by suggesting complementary items and styling advice Problem-Solving – resolved customer concerns quickly and professionally Retail OperationsCash Handling & POS Systems – processed transactions accurately and balanced registers Inventory Management – assisted with stock checks, restocking, and maintaining organized displays Visual Merchandising – styled product displays to align with brand image and seasonal promotions Professional Representation – upheld brand standards in customer interactions and store presentation

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Projects

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Yancy Spencer III Memorial Surf Contest

Education history

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University of Florida

| 2018 - Present

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Marcella Fredericks

Founder, marcellaINC Studios | Brand Consultant for Fashion, Sport & Lifestyle | Wholesale Strategy for Emerging Brands | Industry Coaching for New Grads
marcellaINC Studios

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