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Breanna Garvin

Southfield

Summary

Passionate and enthusiastic photographer with 3+ years’ experience in comprehensive and distinctive photography. Proficient in capturing high quality images and arranging equipment for photo sessions while displaying confidence and professionalism at all times. Well versed in different types of photography including portraiture, landscape, event, and architecture. Rigorous knowledge of working with modern photography equipment and tools.

Skilled imaging professional prepared to bring keen eye for detail and artistic vision to dynamic team. Proven track record of delivering compelling visual content across various media platforms. Reliable and adaptable team player, committed to collaboration and achieving project goals with precision. Expertise in photo editing, lighting, and composition.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Photographer

The Michigan Chronicle
03.2016 - Current
  • Work with Senior Editor to execute the paper's needs
  • Pursue leads to create pictorial and written content
  • Produce images predicated upon assignment needs
  • Coordinating during events to create excellent photographs while maintaining professionalism
  • Edit images to ensure proper photo quality
  • Collaborate with clients to assure client's needs were met
  • Organize equipment and tools needed for assignment

Photographer

Detroit Association of Women's Club
08.2015 - Current
  • Capture images based off of assignment needs
  • Work with Association's President to interpret project needs
  • Work with clients to ensure client's needs were met
  • Pre-edit and edit images as necessitated
  • Develop photographs by retouching and resizing them
  • Ensured proper photo quality
  • Coordinated during events to produce excellent photographs
  • Arranged the shoot site for particular projects
  • Set up equipment and tools as needed for projects

Photography Intern

Daylight Media Team
04.2014 - 08.2014
  • Captured high-quality images during on-location shoots, ensuring alignment with client vision.
  • Engaged with clients to understand their needs, providing tailored photography solutions to meet expectations.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
  • Handled cameras operating at several thousand frames per second.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality photographs for various projects.
  • Contributed to company growth by consistently meeting project deadlines and exceeding client expectations with high-quality deliverables.
  • Provided exceptional customer service throughout entire client experience from initial consultation to delivery of final images resulting in repeat business.
  • Expanded portfolio diversity by assisting with various types of photography projects including weddings, portraits, events, and commercial shoots.

Education

B.A. - Fine Arts (Concentration in Photography)

Michigan State University College
05.2015

Skills

  • Studio/Location Photography (Lighting) /Dark Room
  • Adobe Photoshop, Camera Raw Bridge, In Design
  • Well versed in still, color, black and white, and event photography
  • Aesthetic and conceptual awareness
  • Microsoft Suite, Internet and Social Network Savvy
  • Office Equipment operations (Fax, Email, Copier/Printer)

Timeline

Freelance Photographer

The Michigan Chronicle
03.2016 - Current

Photographer

Detroit Association of Women's Club
08.2015 - Current

Photography Intern

Daylight Media Team
04.2014 - 08.2014

B.A. - Fine Arts (Concentration in Photography)

Michigan State University College

Areas of expertise

  • Photographic Equipment
  • Image Processing
  • Lens adjustment
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Bridge
  • Adobe Light Room
  • Camera Settings
  • Camera Raw
  • Adobe Suite