Yahya Khalif
Brooklyn Park
Summary
Bringing a wealth of experience working in fast-paced environments with strict attention to details, working with fast turnarounds, and consistently producing high quality deliverables. Looking to transition into a new field, using these skills to bring impactful results to new settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Multimedia Producer
RecWell Marketing Team, University of MN
01.2026 - Current
- Oversee all photography and videography production at the RecWell.
- Collaborated with different multimedia departments to bring together cohesive marketing projects.
- Worked with strict deadlines and fast turnarounds while ensuring that my deliverables were completed at the highest calibre possible.
Photographer
Golden Magazine Issue 07, University of Minnesota
09.2025 - 04.2026
- Worked with other photographers and videographers, coordinated photoshoots and interviews for models and people of interest.
- Worked with the writing team to develop articles by providing photography and video assistance.
- Learned how to better coordinate models and adapt to new and unfamiliar circumstances on the spot.
Official Photographer
Dry Rot Vintage
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Coordinated photoshoots with the owner and Fashion & Styling Lead.
- Directed and managed a team of 4 full-time models and several part-time models.
- Taught beginner models how to be more comfortable in front of a camera, as well as how to pose naturally and effortlessly.
Teacher
VIBE Summer Program, Brooklyn Park MN
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Taught 4th graders basic core studies, with topics ranging from Math, History, and Science.
- Wrote my own lesson plans and built my own personalized study plan for students that struggled with traditional teaching and learning methods.
- Taught 32 students for 12 weeks for the full school day, in both a traditional teaching role and as a supervisor during breakfast, lunch, and Gym time.
- Coordinated with administration and parents to provide the necessary assistance and accommodations for students that had specialized needs.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Healthcare Management
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN05-2027
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Strategic planning
- Workflow optimization
- Time management
- Reliability
- Google and Microsoft Suite Proficiency
Languages
Arabic
Professional Working
Somali
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Multimedia Producer
RecWell Marketing Team, University of MN
01.2026 - Current
Photographer
Golden Magazine Issue 07, University of Minnesota
09.2025 - 04.2026
Official Photographer
Dry Rot Vintage
08.2024 - 01.2025
Teacher
VIBE Summer Program, Brooklyn Park MN
06.2022 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Applied Science - Healthcare Management
University of Minnesota Twin Cities