Manager High School
Resume:
PHOTOGRAPHER
Carla Brooks
Flushing Mi 48433
************@*****.***
PROFILE
Strong foundation in photography, commercial art, and computer applications complemented by knowledge of business operations and the need for customer-focused service.
Track record of initiative and achievement — seeking out opportunities to expand my work experience, looking to continue to serve the Military as a civilian, and use my knowledge to improve the daily operations in the lives of soldiers.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
* Artistic ability in planning the composition of moving and stationary images and achieving special effects, multiple imagery, conventional and electronic manipulation techniques
* Ability to demonstrate leadership and management skills in a professional demeanor, and exercise discretion and good judgment, with an ability to understand the effect of decisions overall in a company.
* Photography knowledge including camera operations, lighting, and photo composition
* Ability to master retouch, and to restore photographs, use green screen technology
* Large format view cameras 4x5; Medium format cameras; 35mm equipment; Digital Photography equipment and Cameras; canon 50D and canon 5D
* MAC, Windows Software: Coral Photo, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Bridge, Adobe Light room, Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Final Cut Pro Microsoft word, Publisher, Excel, Outlook, and Express Digital Darkroom.
* Ability to work effectively with employees and management of all levels including multi-national staff, superiors, and ranking military officers
* Ability to meet deadlines and to use judgments in achieving assigned objectives.
* Ability to promote events and activities by developing multimedia promotional materials.
* Ability to collaborate in the workplace, fostering cooperation and teamwork.
* Ability to work under extensive circumstances, and harsh weather conditions.
* Ability to use independent judgment in achieving assigned objectives.
* Ability to prioritize responsibilities in order to handle a demanding workload.
EXPERIENCE
Feb 2010- Present
CSA Marketing & Media
KUWAIT
Media Supervisor
Provided oversight and direction of all electronic media operations to support MWR Operations in ASG-KU by capturing videography, photography, scanned media, audio and all necessary documentary sources in order to fulfill or complete photographic and audiovisual production packages. Provided immediate, comprehensive, overall supervision, management, organization and execution of the media section of Marketing & Media. Acted as Branch manager on an as needed basis.
* Directed a professional team encompassing a wide range of functions within the discipline
1. Interviewed and placed candidates within open positions. Evaluated staff, comparing objectives and achievements in the assessment. Coached employees in their professional career development and process improvement, issued discipline whenever required, ensured employees used safe work practices, recommended for termination or contract renewal.
* Supervised daily media operations within ASG-KU Camps.
1. Supervise the production of video and photo materials and provided final quality control prior to distribution to customers. Provides technical expertise and consultation services in development of multimedia. Trains staffs in all aspects of video and photo skills and techniques to ensure customers receive high quality visual products.
2. Received and processed media requests from MWR managers supervisors and coordinators. Assigned work based on SOW requirements and the availability of resources. Collaborated directly with Marketing Supervisor to develop multi-media products for publicity and community awareness.
* Prepared budget requirements and developed purchase requisition documents
1. Researched and wrote purchase requests for equipment and materials in order to support the mission.
2. Conducted required inventories and maintains accountability of assigned equipment.
May 09-Febuary 2010
CSA Marketing & Media
KUWAIT
MWR PHOTOGRAPHER
Responsible for production of still photography in order to support MWR operations in ASG-KU. This included but was not limited to shooting digital images of MWR events, staff, and facilities. Editing images and publishing the photographs for distribution to ASG-KU community.
* Photography of community recreation and sports, and USO/AFE shows was provided to the customer through the library checkout program, Share drive, and for ASG-KU command documentation usage.
* Photographed in extensive working conditions, knowledge of location photography and Camera Trouble shooting was pertinent.
* Coordinated with requestors for specific media coverage requirements
* Worked with Command Cell, for Entertainers Commanders Call
* Worked hand in hand with military service members, to ensure that product would meet all quality standards.
* Edited photos with specific instructions on size, color, focus, composition, and OPSEC.
* Photographs were post processed to look as natural as possible
* Created custom DVD cases and Labels for photo CD distribution
* Created Stock Images for Marketing Staff for use in designing flyers for future events.
* Responsible to monitor media production logs, media requests, and media calendars for updates and changes to event schedules.
Nov. 2008-May 2009
Creative Touch Images
Carthage NY
Photographer/Studio Manager/Owner
worked on a variety of location and studio assignments.
Produced superior photo work in a number of venues:
* Photographed commercially in studio and on location.
* Photographs for model portfolios and head shots for local businesses, including passports.
* Interpreted layouts, designed custom composites and announcements for customers.
* Photographed at corporate and military events, School sports, and functions.
* Skilled at laying out and shooting hard-line advertising
* Mastered Organizing and planning skills, workflow is managed efficiently and accurately.
* Maintains photographic documentation records for weekly, monthly and annual reports as well as organizes all deposits and company spending.
* Ensures all work order requests are completed in a timely manner.
* Schedules and maintains customer appointments
* Creates and maintains websites for studio and personal portfolio.
* Creates custom military backgrounds
* Maintained customer portraits by organizing digital files.
* Handled Customer relations with the studio via phone and email.
* Maintained appearance and reputation of studio environment
* Conducted required inventory and maintained accountability of equipment.
* Conducted Market research to stay current on photography trends.
* Managed and coached employees in their professional career development and process improvements in the studio environment.
* Trained staff in all aspects of photography and techniques to ensure customers was able to receive high quality digital products.
Nov 07-May 08
The Portrait Studio Main Px- Fort Benning
Lead Photographer/Assistant Studio Manager
* Photographed commercially in studio and on location.
* Photographs for model portfolios and head shots for local businesses, including passports.
* Interpreted layouts, designed custom composites and announcements for customers.
* Photographed at corporate and military events, School sports, and functions.
* Ensures all work order requests are completed in a timely manner.
* Schedules and maintains customer appointments
* Created Custom military backgrounds.
* Maintained customer portraits by organizing digital files.
* Handled Customer relations with the studio via phone and email.
* Conducted required inventory and maintained accountability of equipment
* Assisted in the Interviewing and hiring of staff.
* Trained staff in all aspects of photography and techniques to ensure customers was able to receive high quality digital products
May 06-Nov 08
Lifetouch National School Portraits
Columbus Ga
Photographer/Studio Manager
* Photographed in studio and on location.
* Photographs for high school seniors and head shots for school yearbooks.
* Photographed at corporate and military events, School sports, and functions.
* Mastered Organized and planning skills, workflow is managed efficiently and accurately.
* Maintains photographic documentation for film processing
* Ensures all work order requests are completed in a timely manner.
* Worked alone and as a team to make sure we were able to meet time deadlines within schools.
* Conducted required inventory and maintained accountability of equipment
Sept 05-May 06
Olan Mills
Columbus Ga
Studio Manager
* Helped train new employees
* Met weekly sales quotas
* Maintained appearance and reputation of studio environment
* Kept track of inventory
* Photographed in studio for families and children
* Developed strong composition techniques
* Created and sold photography products for customers
* Booked and acquisitioned for studio appointments
* Received three merit awards for creative photography
Nov 04-May 05
Wal-mart Portrait Studio
Sault Ste Marie Mi
Studio Photographer
* Photographed in studio for families and children
* Developed strong composition techniques
* Created and sold photography products for customers
* Booked and acquisitioned for studio appointments
* Met weekly sales quotas
* Maintained appearance and reputation of studio environment
* Kept track of inventory
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
* Promoted from Photographer to Media Supervisor in Support of ASG-KU
* Opened a professional photography studio and Art Gallery in Carthage NY.
* Featured in Art exhibit at Columbus State University Black and White photography
* Promotional photography used in several advertising purposes
* Received three merit awards for creative photography.
EDUCATION
Art Institute of Atlanta, 2006-2008, Photojournalism; photography
Lake Superior State University, 2004-2005, Pre law Basics
Bentley High School, Diploma 2004
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