Steve D. L. Darrell
**** ****** **** *****, ********** Georgia 30039
**********@*****.***
www.brphotographystudios.com
Career Objective: To get a position as Photographer and to gain further experience in this field by taking up challenging and interesting photography project assignments.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
Proficient in Photoshop CS5 and Adobe Lightroom 4.
Exceptional knowledge of digital photography, and studio photography.
Excellent knowledge of flash photography equipment.
Strong organizational skills and communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal Skills and customer service skills.
Skill in archiving photos on a computer and server.
Skill in photo shoots as a photographer in a studio setting, and group settings.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Blue Rose Photography, Steve Darrell, St. Georges, Bermuda April 2009 - Present
Freelance Photographer, working in a variety of areas, special events and weddings, portraiture, fashion, commercial and pageants. Proficient with digital, and 35mm, color and black and white.
Determine project requirements, and arrange all proper equipments and supplies
Coordinate with videographers, makeup artists, and other professionals as necessary
Inspects proofs and identity prints for retouching and reprinting
Adjust, modify, and retouch photos using digital and computer manipulation applications
Photographer for the 2011 Miss Big and Beautiful Pageant in Bermuda
Photographer for the 2011 Miss Bermuda Pageant in Bermuda
Showcased work in the Great Bridal Expo in Atlanta
Showcased work in the Bermuda Bridal Show
Photographed for an advertisement for HWP Group Automotive Retail
Supervised and provided expert assistance to middle school students
Photographed fashion shows and hair shows
Commercial shoot for All Dolled Up Beauty School
Commercial shoot for WAMAD
Studio and location photography including maternity, family, and engagement portraits
Event photography including weddings, Christmas and Christenings
Covered assignments for the Royal Gazette Newspaper in Bermuda
Bermuda Police Service, Devonshire, Bermuda September 2000-June 2012
Police Constable Enforce traffic and parking regulations and issue citations as deemed necessary. Investigate and report incidents. Process and file reports and make court appearances as necessary. Respond to calls for first aid and medical assistance. Actively participate in departmentally sponsored Crime Prevention and Community Supervised case management.
Dignitary Protection details
Conduct surveillance of known or suspected criminals and provide backup for other undercover officers who are making purchases of illegal items.
Develop sources of information; locate and interview confidential informants.
Visit locations frequented by criminals to determine criminal habits, associates, characteristics, aliases, and other relevant information.
Appear in court to give testimony pertaining to the facts and evidence of cases being prosecuted.
Obtain and execute search and arrest warrants needed to collect additional evidence and to arrest suspects.
Operate a surveillance vehicle and electronic and photographic surveillance equipment.
Prepare and maintain complete records of the history of each case being investigated.
Keep superiors informed of activities and findings.
Conduct complex criminal investigations in order to prevent crimes and solve criminal cases.
Interview witnesses to criminal acts, suspects, victims, informants, and others in order to obtain relevant information.
Search for evidence in a systematic manner in order to obtain sufficient legally admissible evidence to prosecute and convict the violator of criminal laws.
Examine crime scenes to gather physical evidence and other information relevant to the identification and prosecution of violators of criminal laws.
Maintain liaison with other law enforcement agencies that are assisting in investigations and providing staff to a cooperative team.
Patrolled city streets to deter crime and assisted citizens as needed; noted suspicious persons, activities, or establishments; took action and reported the situation.
Prepared cases for court; appeared in court to present evidence and served as a witness.
Investigated and assisted at accident scenes: administered first aid as required; called for necessary assistance;
Investigated the cause and results of accidents; recommended corrective actions to help avoid similar future accidents.
Controlled traffic flow for compliance with local regulations: directed and re-routed traffic at fires and other disturbances; issued tickets for parking and traffic violations: authorized the tow and impoundment of vehicles as required.
Prepared accurate and timely reports regarding response calls.
Provided support to other Police functions such as School Resource Officer and Police Dispatchers.
Booked, monitored and controlled property, ensured safety, searched and frisked inmates in holding facility.
Helped trained and oversaw the work of less experienced Patrol Officer