work history
2023 - current
BYLT Basics Irvine, CA
CREATIVE PRODUCER
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Lead production on high-profile campaigns, collaborating with a dynamic team of creatives to deliver high-quality images, CTV, and digital content featuring celebrities such as Rob Gronkowski, Mike Tyson, and Ashley Brewer. Manage on-location shoots across the United States.
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Author commercial scripts and coordinate with creative and marketing teams on CTV projects, go-to-market strategies, and statements of work.
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Expertly manage comprehensive photoshoot budgets, production calendars for editorials, e-commerce, and flatlays, as well as run-of-shows.
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Oversee casting and booking of talent, locations, equipment, permits, and other production-related expenses.
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Negotiate cost-effective rates with vendors, freelancers, and service providers, ensuring optimal resource utilization and budget adherence.
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Conduct thorough research to identify and secure suitable locations for photoshoots, ensuring alignment with creative vision and requirements.
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Handle talent negotiations and contracts, ensuring all talent needs were met with the highest level of professionalism.
2020 - 2023
FAM Brands Bell, CA
LEAD PHOTOGRAPHER
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ASSOCIATE PHOTOGRAPHER
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Successfully executed over 400 photoshoots for athletic and outdoor brands, including Marika, Balance, Ellie, WILDFOX, Banana Republic, GAP, Orvis, and Eddie Bauer, et al.
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Collaborated seamlessly with a team of professionals to produce high-quality images for diverse clients.
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Proficient in working with natural lighting and studio equipment, including Profoto strobes, softboxes, ARRI SkyPanels, and Canon EOS and Sony systems.
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Meticulously edited and retouched images to meet and exceed client requirements.
2012 - Current
Self-Employed LA, CA
FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHER
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Specialize in portrait, event, commercial photography, and behind-the-scenes documentation, bringing a wealth of experience to every project.
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Collaborate closely with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the delivery of images that align with their objectives.
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Successfully complete a diverse array of projects, ranging from weddings and corporate events to product shoots.
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Utilize advanced editing skills with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to enhance and perfect images.
Skills
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Experienced in negotiating and managing comprehensive photoshoot budgets.
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Proficient in industry-standard software tools, including Capture One, Adobe Photoshop, and Lightroom.
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Extensive knowledge of Canon EOS and Sony camera systems.
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Expert in Profoto equipment, on-camera flash, e-commerce setups, and editorial lighting.
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Possess a keen eye for detail and composition, ensuring the creation of visually stunning and impactful images.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating effective collaboration within a team or independently.