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Summary of Qualifications

• B.F.A., Photography, Savannah College of Art and Design, 2004

1. •   Portrait, event, still life, and editorial experience including work with publications, sales and assisting
   

2. •   Event photography, and public relations work with such firms as CNSG Hilton Head
   

•Knowledge of cameras and processes, including Hasselblad, Horseman, RZ67, Canon EOS D-series, Nikon D-series, and 35mm format.  Processes include color and black and white wet/film processes, digital capture, digital image processing, retouching and print finalizing

•Lighting and styling skills, including hot lights and ratio-capable “powerpak” strobes

•Travel experience, valid passport

•Experience with Besseler and Durst enlargers, Ilford and Kodak darkroom chemicals, as well as making developers and toners from powders

•Fluency with Adobe Photoshop CS3, Lightroom and Camera Raw, Nikon Imaging Software, Microsoft Office Suite, Macintosh and PC operating systems

•Ability to follow directions, anticipate needs, and learn quickly with enthusiasm, energy and positive attitude

•Self-motivated, strong communication skills and professional conduct

Employment History

2007: Regular Contributor, Skirt! Magazine, Savannah, GA

•Accompany editor on interviews to capture portraits and personalities

•Independent portrait sessions to accompany editorial pieces without art direction

•Collaboration with art director/editor to accompany article

1. •   Digital files rendered quickly and print-ready to editor via ftp protocol and private website
   

2007: Contributing Photographer, Island Dining Guide/Island Events (Island Communications),

Hilton Head Island, SC

•Cover contributor

•Still life food photographer

2006-7: Contributing Photographer, Hilton Head Monthly Magazine, Lowcountry Monthly Magazine

1. •  Editorial work and environmental portraiture
   

2. •  Prominent in 2006 and 2007 “Intriguing Islanders” issue, featuring portraits, stills and details, including
   

3.   opening spread
   

•   Service provider for Magazine clientele

2006: Official Photographer, Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra

•Presence in a documentary capacity at events coordinated by HHSO such as galas, featured performer appearances, and benefits

•Publicity campaign contribution including promotion from the HHSO’s presence and performance at landmark events as the Concourse d’Elegance

•Post production to prepare images for web and print output

2005-2007: Photographer, Manager, Sales Associate, Assistant, Hilton Head Island Photography,

Hilton Head Island, SC

•Shoot production, including scheduling clients, coordinating assistants, equipment, and props

•Shoot execution including posing, shooting and supervision

•Equipment management such as research and purchasing digital cameras, props, flash equipment, manufacturer repair/replacement, cleaning, storage and shipping of camera/studio equipment

•Quality control of finished product, i.e., inspection of prints and mounted prints on canvas, gator foam and masonite board, customer service regarding damage or concerns, contact person for printing lab regarding issues of color and digital output

•Post-production management of digital image processing, retouching services and digital archiving

•Customer service administrator overseeing call reception, message return, directions and accommodation of special needs; attendance to client and family satisfaction with particular attention to children’s happiness

2005: Production Assistant, Stylist and Studio Assistant, Joyce Tenneson Studios, New York, NY

•Supply assistance on set during shoots including styling, managing model releases, attending to Joyce Tenneson, clients, caterers, and studio managers

•Performing digital retouching and printmaking, preparation and delivery of inventory of fine art prints and books

•Office assistant, filtering and replying to email and phone messages

2005:  Intern, Paul Nurnberg Photography, Savannah, GA

•Provided aid on shoots, studio and office associate

•Interacted with clients and tended to their, and Paul Nurnberg’s needs

•Supported keeping the studio, kitchen, and archives in order, with labeling and filing

2002-2005:  Childcare Provider and Dental Office Assistant, Mrs. Lisa and Dr. Phillip Friedman, D.D.S., Savannah, GA

•Cared for young children (1-3 years and 4-6 years), including cooking dinner, housekeeping, doing homework, entertaining and otherwise providing authority 3-4 days a week

•Answered telephones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients, and other clerical duties

•Conducted business with insurance companies on a daily basis

Summer 2004:  Lab Technicial, Gallery Assistant, and Photographic Assistant,

Savannah College of Art and Design, Assistant to Imke Lass, Lacoste, France

•Supervised and maintained black-and-white darkroom chemicals and equipment

•Monitored gallery and boutique sales and greeted visitors

•Kept inventory of and distributed photographic supplies to students

•Carried and provided equipment for Imke Lass, including lens changing, film loading and unloading, labeling and storage

2002-2004:  Server, Sushi-Zen Restaurant, Savannah, GA

•Provided table-service and cashier function

•Performed food expedition and preparation, and cleaned restaurant

2000-2001:  Office Assistant and Teacher’s Aide, Temple Emanu-El, Tucson, AZ

•Answered phones, interacted with families, teachers and students, religious professionals and other office professionals

1. •Assisted in organization such as collating, scheduling and coordinating of events
   

References

•Joyce Harkins, Owner, Hilton Head Island Photography

(843)683-6883 HiltonHeadIslandPhotography@yahoo.com

•Jessica Leigh Lebos, Editor, Skirt! Magazine Savannah/Hilton Head publication

(912)236-9511, Jessica.leigh@skirt.com

•Jennifer M’Lay, Art Director, Island Communications,

(843) 757-7614, graphics@hiltonhead.com

•Blanche Sullivan, Editor-in-Chief, Hilton Head Monthly Magazine

(843) 842-6988 ext. 241, blt@monthlymag.com