Objective
To work for a publication as an editorial photographer and/or photo editor; my work experiences and internships in photography and graphic design have allowed me the opportunity to acquire valuable knowledge and workplace skills needed to succeed in this field.
Work experience
Photographer - KrisLiz Photography
May 2015 - present
● Krisliz Photography’s main focus is to capture weddings and engagements in the New Orleans area
○ Photograph event
○ Assist with photographer duties as needed at each event
○ Responsible for ensuring event day runs efficiently for the lead photographer
○ Assist with lighting for shoot, gathering clients to be photographed
Owner - RebeccaLynDesigns
March 2014 - present
● Jewelry making is a hobby that I share with the public through Etsy.com
○ Always use genuine stones and semi-precious gems
○ Designs include earring, necklaces, bracelets
○ All products are photographed and edited to post online
Editorial Photography Intern
November 2014 - March 2015
● Magazine focus is photographing events in around Charleston to be featured in each magazine
○ Photographed people, businesses, charity events, festivals and more
○ Learned valuable studio skills--lighting and product photography
○ Post-processed my images and frequently co-workers images
○ Assist with graphic design assignments as needed
Photographer - Duca Studio
March 2014 - November 2014
● Studio focuses on weddings and engagement sessions
○ Photographed events
○ Attended clientele and sales meetings
○ Responsible for ensuring event day runs efficiently for the lead photographer
○ Assist with lighting and gathering clients
○ Post-processed my own images
Photography Intern - LeahAndMark & Co.
May 2013 - August 2013
● Studio focuses on various events and sessions
○ Assist at wedding, charity events, festival, and portrait sessions
○ Gained real-world experiences by interacting with clients, performing in a high stress environment
○ Accountable for editing my work and keeping blog up to date
Demo Representative - The Green Goddess Group
May 2012 - May 2013
Languages
ENGLISH
HTML/CSS
Skills
ADOBE CREATIVE SUITE
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
FILM PHOTOGRAPHY
PHOTOGRAPHY EDITING
VIDEO EDITING
GRAPHIC DESIGN
SOCIAL MEDIA
MICROSOFT WORD
POWERPOINT
EXCEL
MAC & PC
JEWELRY MAKING
Gear
CAMERAS
Nikon D610
Nikon D5000
Nikon FE (35mm film SLR)
Zenza Bronica ETRS
Polaroid SX-70 AF Land Camera Polaroid Spectra Pro
LENSES/ACCESSORIES
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II Lens
Tamron SP 24-70mm F2.8 Di VC USD
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
Nikon AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED
Nikon SB-920 AF Speedlight
Neewer TT560 Flash Speedlight
Kenko Auto Extension Tube Set DG
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2010 - present
2010 - present
● Business focuses on sales within the natural products industry
○ Learn and memorize over ten product lines available in the nature products industry
○ Products ranged from skin/body care, electrolyte drinks and make-up
○ Gained key skills in time-management and organization
○ Increased sales by engaging customers during product demonstration
○ Responsible for completing forms and sending reports to demo coordinator
Education
Savannah College of Art & Design
December 2015
Certificate: Digital Publishing
University of South Carolina
May 2013
BA Journalism and Mass Communications
Major: Visual Communications
Minor: Photography