Photography assistant sample resume

Jen Wyatt

71 Shutter St
Macro NSW 2904
T: (02) 9999 7777
M: 0400 000 000
E: snap.tastic@email.com

Professional Profile

I am a recent photoimaging graduate and freelance photographer keen to continue developing my skills and secure a permanent position with a photography company. I have a good working knowledge of photographic techniques and equipment, lighting and photo editing software, as well as a great eye for composition. I am also extremely organised and efficient, with an ability to learn quickly and get along with a range of personalities.

Education

Employment History

Responsibilities:

• Take photographs in a range of styles and for a variety of clients. Styles include portraits, fashion and product shoots for magazines, websites, brochures, marketing material and individual clients
• Photo shoots involve obtaining and setting up sets, props and lighting, within tight timeframes
• Manage relationships with talent and clients
• Edit photos using Photoshop/Aperture and create special effects in post-production
• Upload photos onto company websites and into databases

Achievements:

• Have become a regular and favoured photographer for discount clothing store Otto’s Outlet
• Developed strong skills in photo editing/Photoshop and Aperture
• Gained skills in setting up and striking sets
• Gained skills in working quickly and efficiently, to tight deadlines
• Developed exceptional organisational, communication and diplomatic skills

Responsibilities:

• Assisted customers with their photo developing and photo editing needs
• Processed orders and sales
• Took in-store passport photographs
• Transferred images onto CDs and USB sticks
• Sorted and re-touched photos

Achievements:

• Developed skills in photo development, image manipulation and storage
• Developed customer service skills

Other Qualifications

• Driver’s licence class C

Personal Interests

I enjoy travel, playing the guitar, and regularly contributing to my photography blog, phlourish.com.au.

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