Michael Zallie
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Philadelphia, PA 19103
© ZPhotography_1977
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
Attention to Detail
Communication
Creativity
Lightroom
Composition Mac and PC proficient
Captures stunning portraits and cityscapes with DSLR and Social Media
Mirrorless Nikon using 70x200mm, 85mm, and 35mm lenses.
Experienced with tripods and freehand photography, remote/field Education
editing of photos and videos, lighting and color correction, audio B.A. Business & Food Marketing
correction, and non-linear editing. St. Joseph’s University
Post-Processing Conferred 2002
Creates unique digital imaging effects in Adobe Creative Suite
including Lightroom, Photoshop, Illustrator, ete. Awards & Recognition
Awards & Recognition © Raw Artist Exhibit, Trocadero 2018
* Selected by Raw Artist to participate in annual showcase at the * Daily Mail Frontpage
Trocadero, Philadelphia in 2018. ¢ Philadelphia Inquirer Frontpage
¢ Photograph of the May 30, 2020 unrest at City Hall in © Fox News, Tucker Carlson Special
Philadelphia was seen on the front page of the Philadelphia
Inquirer and Daily News, as well as included on nationally syndicated Fox News television.
* Commissioned by Mascot Publishing Company to create a coffee table book covering Philadelphia's graffiti and
street art scene.
Freelance Experience
Self Employed/Commissions
October 2020-Present
¢ High-quality modeling photographs using innovative lighting effects including post-processing, color-correcting,
and digital retouching.
¢ Frequently hired for freelance event photography creating artistic compositions and videos capturing event
atmosphere and historical record according to client’s requirements.
¢ Builds authentic relationships with clients to ensure a repeating customer base.
Product Photographer/Social Media Oversite
March 2018 - April 2021
¢ Updated product detail photographs and established social media presence for 10 supermarkets in the Shoprite
Supermarkets.
¢ Ensured product standards maintenance and consistently produced high-quality imagery, daily, as requested.
¢ Followed requirements as dictated by stylist-team to ensure efficient product delivery.
* Maintained required photography equipment.