JULIA TARRAF BATES
*** ******** **** **, *******, GA 31005
478-***-**** EMAIL: *******@*******.***
https://www.facebook.com/JuliaTarrafphotos?mibextid=ZbWKwL https://www.instagram.com/juliatarrafbates_pictures?igsh=ZXdweW9leXZxaTZj EXPERIENCE
Perdue Farms Inc. Sep 2022 to February 2024
As a production associate,
Self-employed Photographer 1996 to present
Brazilian Jiu-Jujitsu Instructor 2000 to present
"I have 25 years of experience in the photography and marketing industry in Brazil, specializing in high-profile clientele such as famous artists, actors, celebrities, and politicians. My expertise lies in capturing compelling and polished images for advertising purposes, having worked with notable figures in the entertainment and political spheres"
"I also taught photography as a form of art therapy to patients who were admitted to a rehabilitation center for drug addiction"
"I have expertise in capturing high-quality images using digital and film cameras, drones, tripods, printers, and lighting equipment. My experience spans studio and outdoor locations, including clients' homes and on-site photography studios. I have worked with a variety of subjects, including children, families, actors, politicians, and models, and have delivered high-quality, retouched and corrected images using Adobe software. Additionally, I have taught photography classes at the Focus School of Photography in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and have run my own photography business. I am now based in Bonaire, GA, and continue to develop my skills in English as a Second Language at Central Georgia Technical College."
"Language Skills" :
• Portuguese (Native)
• English (Second language, fluent)
• Spanish (Proficient)
• French (Proficient)
• Italian (Proficient)
KEY SKILLS
Skills: Promoting services to attract clients, great ability to connect with customers, maintaining portfolios, Photo composition, Software editing, Archiving and managing photo files, Public Relations, Creativity, Team oriented, Work well independently, Customer service oriented. Adept at using various equipment and software such as Apple iMAC, digital and film cameras, various type camera lenses, tripods, drones, Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom software, printers, lighting equipment As a group Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coach I taught children and adults of all skill levels. I encouraged others to maintain healthy lifestyles and motivated clients to reach personal health goals. I was very effective at selling gym memberships and providing client services.
EDUCATION
Central Georgia Technical College, Warner Robins, GA, English as a Second Language 2019-2022 Semoc Technical School, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 1997 Presbiteriana MacKenzie University, Design, 1994 – Attended did not graduate FAAP University, Fine Arts, 1994 – Attended but did not graduate Objetivo High School, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 1993
AWARDS
EAGLE Competition, Central GA Technical College, Runner Up 2021 Focus School of Photography, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 1992 Language class at Central Georgia Technical College in Warner Robins, GA