Brandon Johnson
Santa Fe,NM
Summary
Dynamic Photography Instructor and Operations Associate with extensive experience at Santa Fe Photographic Workshops. Demonstrated expertise in educational facilitation and studio management, successfully producing over 100 workshops annually. Proven ability to inspire and educate diverse audiences, fostering creativity in photography. Seeking to leverage this background to enhance educational programs further.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Associate
Santa Fe Photographic Workshops
Santa Fe, NM
06.2013 - 09.2020
- Managed production of photographic workshops encompassing all business facets.
- Contributed to budgeting, planning, marketing, and producing over 100 workshops annually.
- Prepared agreements for teaching personnel and temporary employees.
- Managed a team of up to 14 seasonal staff annually.
- Cultivated strong connections with instructors, sponsors, and educational partners.
- Managed weekly lodging arrangements specifically for Instructors.
- Oversaw model hiring, payroll administration, and advertisement execution on a recurring basis.
- Collaborated closely with HR to foster an inclusive and secure setting for faculty members and students.
- Collaborated with Director of Operations to develop National Geographic Expeditions.
- Arranged and scheduled workshop locations, averaging 12 per week.
Photography Instructor
Santa Fe Photographic Workshops
Santa Fe, NM
05.2013 - 09.2020
- Developed and taught classes on digital photography, lighting techniques, portrait photography, and photojournalism.
- Conducted immersive week-long photography workshops.
- Basics of Digital Photography
- Adobe Lightroom: The Basics
- Fostered a culture of respect, creativity, and collaboration among students.
- Managed supply inventory and budget for art materials, ensuring resources were available for all projects.
Course Coordinator
Santa Fe Photographic Workshops
Santa Fe, NM
03.2011 - 06.2013
- Provided operational assistance for individual workshop sessions.
- Facilitated course logistics and scheduling to streamline educational activities.
- Evaluated instructors' performance to ensure quality of instruction.
- Facilitated communication between instructors and students about important information related to their studies such as assignments due dates or exam schedules.
- Collaborated with other departments in order to ensure that course offerings meet institutional standards.
Landscape Architect / Owner
Working Hands Landscaping
Santa Fe, NM
06.2006 - 03.2011
- Oversaw end-to-end functions of a professional landscaping company.
- Completed a range of services such as planting, rock work, and setting up irrigation.
- Developed presentations outlining proposed designs for clients' review.
- Monitored ongoing projects to ensure they were completed according to plan within budget constraints.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Documentary Studies
College of Santa Fe
Santa Fe, NM05.2006
Associate of Arts (A.A.) -
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Minneapolis, MN05.2004
Skills
- Educational Facilitation
- Adobe Software Educator
- Digital Photography Educator
- Commercial photography
- Visual storytelling
- Studio management
Websites
Timeline
Operations Associate
Santa Fe Photographic Workshops
06.2013 - 09.2020
Photography Instructor
Santa Fe Photographic Workshops
05.2013 - 09.2020
Course Coordinator
Santa Fe Photographic Workshops
03.2011 - 06.2013
Landscape Architect / Owner
Working Hands Landscaping
06.2006 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Documentary Studies
College of Santa Fe
Associate of Arts (A.A.) -
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
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