Creative Freelance Photographer with Storytelling Eye

Professional Experience

Freelance Destination & Commercial Photographer

John Beasley Photography — Self Employed

May 2015 – Present

Create high-quality photography and visual content for tourism organizations, commercial clients, and marketing campaigns.

Key Contributions

Photographer for the St. Landry Parish Tourism Board in Opelousas, Louisiana, capturing imagery that highlights the region’s culture, attractions, local businesses, and community events. Preferred Photographer for Snappr, delivering professional photography services for corporate clients and brands.

Completed assignments for major brands and platforms including DoorDash, Bring A Trailer, and Local Lens.

Produce professional imagery of destinations, landscapes, people, vehicles, products, and events for marketing and promotional use.

Plan and execute location-based shoots including destination scouting, lighting setup, and scene composition.

Collaborate with clients to develop visual concepts aligned with brand identity and marketing goals.

Edit and retouch imagery using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, delivering polished images optimized for web, social media, and print campaigns. Manage the full production workflow including image capture, editing, file organization, and client delivery.

Maintain strong client relationships leading to repeat contracts and referrals. Photographer / Videographer

KATC News Channel 3

August 2021 – Present

Capture broadcast-quality video and photography for regional news coverage, producing compelling visuals that document community stories, events, and local culture. Responsibilities

Capture high-quality video and photography for television broadcast and digital news platforms. Operate professional JVC broadcast cameras with advanced knowledge of exposure, composition, lighting, and framing.

Conduct interviews with community leaders, public figures, and residents. Operate and manage microwave news transmission equipment for live broadcast feeds. Collaborate with reporters and producers to visually tell impactful stories across the region. Use professional editing techniques to craft engaging visual narratives under tight deadlines. Youth Basketball Coach

June 2015 – August 2016

Organized and led youth basketball practices and team activities. Mentored young athletes while promoting teamwork, discipline, and focus. Managed equipment and coordinated events.

Education

Bachelor of Science – Kinesiology & Exercise Science New Mexico Highlands University

2018 – 2021

Photography Coursework – Media Arts Department

New Mexico Highlands University

2020

Skills

Photography & Visual Storytelling

Destination & Travel Photography

Hospitality & Lifestyle Photography

Editorial & Commercial Photography

Event & Cultural Photography

Technical Expertise

Mirrorless & DSLR Camera Systems

Composition, Lighting, Exposure Control

Prime, Zoom, Wide-Angle & Telephoto Lenses

Natural Light & Environmental Portraits

Editing & Software

Adobe Lightroom

Adobe Photoshop

RAW Image Processing

Color Correction & Retouching

Professional

Creative Direction

Client Collaboration

Visual Brand Storytelling

Time Management & Communication

Portfolio

johnbeas.myportfolio.com

Portfolio highlights include:

Destination & Landscape Photography

Automotive & Lifestyle Photography

Cultural Events & Community Storytelling

Editorial and Brand Photography

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