Andrea Gaviña
Carpentersville,IL
Summary
Resourceful candidate brings drive, ambition and creativity to company. Well-versed in creating engaging content, monitoring posts and editing publications. Knowledgeable team player works diligently to meet and exceed assigned goals to contribute to company's success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Video and Social Media Specialist
JHB Group
Richmond, IL
07.2025 - Current
- Developed and scheduled engaging content across multiple social media platforms.
- Monitored social media trends to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement.
- Analyzed performance metrics to refine strategies and improve campaign effectiveness.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align messaging and brand voice.
- Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing targeted social media campaigns.
- Edited video content for clarity and engagement using Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Edited together video, audio still imagery and motion graphics for creative and informational multimedia projects.
Photographer
Van Gogh School Photographers
Barrington, IL
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Captured images of various clients and age groups.
- Captured high-quality portraits for school yearbooks and events, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Edited and retouched images using Adobe Photoshop to enhance visual appeal.
Social Media Marketing Intern
Jane Addams Resource Corporation
Chicago, IL
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Developed creative and unique campaign visuals, including videos, GIFs and images.
- Collaborated with the marketing team to develop targeted social media strategies for various demographics.
- Enhanced audience engagement through regular posting of relevant content on multiple social media platforms.
- Developed a library of reusable templates for efficient creation of visually appealing content across different channels.
- Created informative and entertaining posts for client's Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram pages.
Freelance Photographer
Self Employed
Carpentersville, IL
08.2018 - Current
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality photographs for various events and projects.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire project lifecycle, fostering long-term client relationships.
- Organized photoshoots from conceptualization to completion, effectively coordinating logistics such as locations, models, and props.
- Adapted to a variety of shooting environments and lighting conditions, showcasing creativity and technical expertise.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
Freelance Video Editor
Self Employed
Carpentersville, IL
08.2018 - Current
- Created titles, captions, graphics and templates in After Effects to give edits additional visual flare.
- Collaborated closely with clients to understand their vision and produce compelling visual narratives.
- Edited together video, audio still imagery and motion graphics for creative and informational multimedia projects.
- Implemented creative solutions to address specific client needs, resulting in unique and engaging content.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Documentary And Cinematography
Columbia College, Chicago
Chicago, ILSkills
- Photo editing
- Video Editing
- Written and verbal communication
- Campaign creation
- Content Writing
- Adaptability
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Multitasking Abilities
- Superb attention to detail
- Social Media Engagement
- Social media strategy
- Graphic design
Timeline
Video and Social Media Specialist
JHB Group
07.2025 - Current
Photographer
Van Gogh School Photographers
08.2024 - 09.2025
Social Media Marketing Intern
Jane Addams Resource Corporation
10.2022 - 02.2023
Freelance Photographer
Self Employed
08.2018 - Current
Freelance Video Editor
Self Employed
08.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Documentary And Cinematography
Columbia College, Chicago