Alexias Williams
San Diego,CA
Summary
Film photographer with a knack for capturing candid moments and transforming them into cinematic experiences. Inspired by the MTV generation, Punk Rock, Hip-Hop culture, and Street Fashion.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Photographer
Self-employeed
San Diego, CA
09.2019 - Current
- Develop film, print photos, and make digital copies of existing photos.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
- Conduct interviews with subjects of a photoshoot to ensure comfort level during the session.
- Review proofs with clients to determine which images should be printed or published.
- Advise on appropriate poses, props, and backgrounds for each shot taken.
- Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
- Research trends in photography styles to stay up-to-date with current technologies and practices.
- Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
- Provide direction to models and subjects throughout photoshoots while capturing natural expressions.
- Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
- Coordinated and completed photoshoots for individuals, families and small groups.
- Enhanced, retouched and resized photographs and negatives using airbrushing and other techniques.
- Manipulated and enhanced scanned or digital images using computers and specialized software.
Assistant Wedding Photographer
Fresh Studio Weddings
Los Angeles, CA
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisted the lead photographer in shooting pre-wedding and wedding ceremonies.
- Edited photos using Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and other software to enhance image quality.
- Ensured optimal lighting conditions during wedding ceremonies by adjusting camera settings as needed.
- Provided assistance to the lead photographer in setting up shots and directing couples during portrait sessions.
- Maintained an organized inventory of photography supplies such as lenses, batteries, memory cards.
- Handled post-production tasks such as color correction, retouching, cropping images.
- Operated digital cameras and other photographic equipment during events.
- Checked photography equipment before shoots to determine appropriate setup.
- Took pictures of individuals, families and small groups in studio or on location.
- Transferred photographs to computers for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film & Electronic Arts
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA12-2018
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts & Sciences, Language Arts & Humanitie
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA05-2016
Skills
- Photo editing
- Visual design
- Shot Composition
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Client Communication
- Superb attention to detail
- Flexible creative approach
- Retouching and color correction
- Film photography
- Lighting methods
- Empathy
- Planning
Affiliations
- Currently taking a Front End Web Development Course
Timeline
Freelance Photographer
Self-employeed
09.2019 - Current
Assistant Wedding Photographer
Fresh Studio Weddings
06.2019 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Film & Electronic Arts
California State University - Long Beach
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts & Sciences, Language Arts & Humanitie
San Diego City College