David Wilks

Elgin, IL *****

adtjlg@r.postjobfree.com

+1-847-***-****

PROFESSIONAL Collaborative Photographer possessing expertise in lighting and design. SUMMARY Hardworking and dedicated professional with over 25 years of experience.. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization. Work Experience

Work History Owner

David Wilks Photography - Elgin, IL

January 1996 to Present

David Wilks Photography. Performed all the duties associated with being a self employed photographer, including marketing, photographing, delivery and billing. Standardized Patient

ECFMG - Chicago, IL

April 2007 to June 2020

With a passion for learning, and implementing standardized patient training to support the certification programs of students and graduates of medical schools transferring to U.S. graduate medical programs. Deeply familiar with related policies and regulations. An excellent communicator, presenter, and role player who enjoys working independently and as a member of a team. Photographer

Architechtural Artifacts - Chicago, IL

May 2003 to March 2006

Architectural salvage and Vintage antiques.

Responsible for photographing all items listed on the web site and preparing them for display. Photographs for publication in print media, as well as working with the creative staff of such publications to achieve their goals.

Experimented with different lighting effects to deliver unique images utilized on websites, prints and promotional items.

Adjusted, modified and networked photos using digital and computer manipulative applications. Photographer

eBay - Chicago, IL

April 1997 to June 2000

Headed the Photography Department at eBay in Chicago. Responsible for photographing Items consigned for auction. Images were used either on line or in print for catalogs. Paintings, furniture, glassware and jewelry were much of what was submitted for auction. Also responsible for meetings with appraisers and clients on how to photograph the individual items. Other duties included shipping images to eBay's California locations. Education

BA in Liberal Arts

Cornell College - Mount Vernon, IA

May 1971

Masters in Photography

Illinois Institute of Technology - Chicago, IL

Skills

• SKILLS Project Management Verbal and written communication Client Service Team Oversight

Relationship building

• Adobe Photoshop

Assessments

Basic attention to detail — Proficient

November 2021

Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information

Full results: Proficient

Verbal communication — Highly Proficient

November 2021

Speaking clearly, correctly, and concisely

Full results: Highly Proficient

Teamwork: Interpersonal skills — Highly Proficient November 2021

Responding to challenging team situations at work

Full results: Highly Proficient

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