Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Publications, Shows and Commercial Work
Timeline
Generic

Ava Marks

New York

Summary

Freelance Artist and Photographer who graduated from Parsons, New School for Design with a BFA in Photography with a dedicated true love for the craft of the artistic process. Seasoned professional in the arts, consistently enhancing creative insight through projects and professional works. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Passionate about all past and future projects with an aspiration to inspire others.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Producer

Art Partner
09.2024 - Current
  • Production for Stylist Lotta Volkova on all projects most recently including campaigns for Zara, Ferragamo and Miu Miu as well as ongoing consulting at Miu Miu.
  • Production for Stylist Camilla Nickerson on all projects most recently including consulting for Toteme, Givenchy and Gabreilla Hearst.


  • Assisting senior producers in pre and post-production planning.
  • Liaised with directors, artists and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
  • Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
  • Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and individuals to achieve objectives.

Freelance Photographer

Ava Marks Sole Proprietor
09.2016 - Current
  • Shot and Edited photographs for publications and personal use of personal studio and clients.
  • Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities with potential clients.
  • Used extensive knowledge of Adobe Suite to facilitate high standards of completed projects.

Artist/ Video Artist

Ava Marks Sole Proprietor
01.2016 - Current
  • Use of personal creative process to execute original ideas and projects.
  • Maintains ongoing portfolio of artistic work demonstrating artistic styles and abilities for potential employers or publishing agents.
  • Graduated BFA Photography at Parsons School of Design at The New School.

Production Assistant

Mad Girl Productions
10.2020 - 05.2023
  • Production Assistant on short films Miss, 2021 and Rotten, Coming Soon
  • Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays.
  • Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.


Personal Assistant

Tyler Mitchell
05.2022 - 06.2022
  • Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
  • Oversaw personal and professional calendars and coordinated appointments for future events.
  • Maintained appropriate filing of personal and professional documentation.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Photography

Parsons School of Design
New York, NY
05.2023

High School Diploma -

Hampstead Fine Arts
London, UK
06.2019

Skills

  • Skilled in use of Adobe Suite: Photoshop, Premier Pro, Lightroom, InDesign
  • Proficient in Excel
  • Video/ Video Editing
  • In date Class D Driver's License
  • Effective team work and collaboration skills
  • Online and in person communication skills

Publications, Shows and Commercial Work

  • 'What are you not telling me?' - Fine art instillation exhibited in the BFA Parsons Photography show, 2023
  • Press shots for members of Mad Girl Productions, 2023
  • 'The Things We'll Show Our Kids' - Short film published through Document Journal Online, 2022
  • Press shots for musical artist Molly Payton published in Pond Magazine, 2020
  • Cover art for musical artist Molly Payton's EP Mess, 2020
  • Fashion Editorial work for clothing brand Cricket Eyes, 2018


Timeline

Junior Producer

Art Partner
09.2024 - Current

Personal Assistant

Tyler Mitchell
05.2022 - 06.2022

Production Assistant

Mad Girl Productions
10.2020 - 05.2023

Freelance Photographer

Ava Marks Sole Proprietor
09.2016 - Current

Artist/ Video Artist

Ava Marks Sole Proprietor
01.2016 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Photography

Parsons School of Design

High School Diploma -

Hampstead Fine Arts
Ava Marks