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Anelisa Chawuruka

Anelisa Chawuruka

St Louis,MO

Summary

A highly detail-oriented and creative visual artist, specializing in capturing vivid and meaningful moments through photography and video production. Skilled in conceptualizing and executing innovative ideas, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality visuals. An experienced photographer with a passion for preserving life’s most treasured memories, consistently providing exceptional results and outstanding client experiences in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Proficient in advanced photography equipment and editing software, with expertise spanning portrait, wildlife, wedding, family, sports, and event photography.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Photography Associate

St Louis Aquarium
11.2023 - Current
  • Contributing to Successful Photo Shoots: Detail any instances where your assistance significantly contributed to the success of photo shoots
  • Setting up equipment, managing props, or ensuring optimal lighting conditions.
  • Improving Workflow Efficiency: Implementing any systems or procedures that streamline the photography process or enhance productivity, mention them.
  • Organizing equipment more effectively, or developing a more efficient studio layout.
  • Client Satisfaction: Highlight instances where your customer service skills played a key role in ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Effectively communicating with clients, addressing their needs and concerns, and delivering high-quality results that exceed their expectations.
  • Equipment Optimization: Describe how you optimized AV equipment setups to enhance the quality of audio and video presentations.
  • Fine-tuning sound systems, adjusting lighting configurations, or implementing innovative solutions to improve overall event production.
  • Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Showcase your ability to adapt to evolving technology trends and effectively troubleshoot technical issues in dynamic environments.
  • Highlight specific instances where quick thinking and problem-solving skills helped mitigate risks and ensure uninterrupted AV services.

Freelancer Film and Photography

Nenezphotography
St. Louis, Missouri
01.2017 - Current

 Capture high-quality images while considering composition, lighting, and camera settings to ensure the best possible outcome for each shoot.

 Maintain and manage photography equipment, including cameras, lenses, lighting, and accessories, ensuring they are in optimal working condition for every assignment.

 Skillfully document events, such as weddings, parties, and corporate functions, by capturing candid moments and staged shots to tell a compelling visual story.

 Create stunning poolside and outdoor portraits by expertly controlling natural light, managing reflections, and capturing subjects in their best moments, while adhering to safety guidelines around water.

 Prepare and dismantle photography studios, including lighting setups, backgrounds, and props, ensuring a seamless transition for different client needs and locations.

 Communicate effectively with clients to understand their vision and requirements, offering professional guidance and suggestions to achieve the desired results.

Camera Operator

Naledi Productions
Harare, Harare
10.2015 - 10.2022

I produced, shot, and edited promotional material for products and events. The materials I produced included TV commercials, live event coverage, documentaries, and infomercials.

Audio Visual Technician

Jabula Newlife Ministries
03.2011 - 12.2019
  • Technical Training and Development: Discuss any initiatives you've undertaken to enhance your technical skills or those of your team members
  • This involve attending specialized training programs, obtaining certifications, or conducting in-house workshops to share knowledge and best practices
  • Customer Retention and Referrals: long-term relationships with clients or generated referrals through exceptional service delivery and client satisfaction, provide testimonials or case studies to demonstrate your ability to consistently deliver value and exceed expectations
  • Successful Event Execution: Highlight instances where you played a pivotal role in the successful execution of high-profile events, conferences, or presentations
  • Emphasize your contributions to seamless audiovisual setups, troubleshooting technical issues on-the-fly, and ensuring a flawless experience for attendees
  • Equipment Optimization: AV equipment setups to enhance the quality of audio and video presentations
  • Fine-tuning sound systems, adjusting lighting configurations, or implementing innovative solutions to improve overall event production
  • Client Satisfaction: positive feedback received for professionalism, technical expertise, and ability to exceed expectations
  • Discuss how you effectively communicated with clients to understand their needs and deliver customized AV solutions tailored to their requirements
  • Innovative Solutions: Highlight instances where i proposed and implemented innovative solutions to address unique challenges or improve efficiency in AV setups
  • New technologies, automating processes, or developing creative approaches to enhance event experiences

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Advanced Diploma In Graphic Design

Business & Computing Examinations (BCE)
Untied Kingdom
09-2022

Diploma In Graphic Design - Graphic Design

Business And Computing Examination
12.2019

Certificate - Science And Sport Management

Gateway Christian College

Skills

  • Innovative Solutions
  • Team Leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Leadership qualities

References

  • Laura Deuser, Photography and Multimedia Manager, St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station, ldeuser@stlouisaquarium.com
  • Irvine Matikiti, Creative Director, Naledi Productions, irvine@nalediproductions.com
  • George Chikulo, Chief Operations Officer, Jabula Newlife Ministries, george@jabulanlm.co.zw
  • Tatenda Rushwaya, Technical Director, Events Evolutions, tatenda.rushwaya@gmail.com

Languages

Shona
Native language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Software

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Lightroom

Adobe Premier Pro

Final Cut

DanVinch

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments

  • Produced, shot and edited promotional material for products and events.
  • Materials produced included TV commercials, Live event coverage, documentaries and infomercials.
  • Produced, shot and edited promotional material for products and events. Materials produced included TV commercials, Live event coverage, documentaries and infomercials.

Interests

Make Films

Timeline

Photography Associate

St Louis Aquarium
11.2023 - Current

Freelancer Film and Photography

Nenezphotography
01.2017 - Current

Camera Operator

Naledi Productions
10.2015 - 10.2022

Audio Visual Technician

Jabula Newlife Ministries
03.2011 - 12.2019

Some College (No Degree) - Advanced Diploma In Graphic Design

Business & Computing Examinations (BCE)

Diploma In Graphic Design - Graphic Design

Business And Computing Examination

Certificate - Science And Sport Management

Gateway Christian College
Anelisa Chawuruka