Buddy Secor
Flowery Branch,GA
Summary
Dedicated Photographer exhibiting true love for craft, art and science of photography process. Seasoned professional at using camera lenses, controls and composition to capture stunning results. Consistently enhancing creative insight through projects and professional workshops. Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. Creative Photographer with extensive experience capturing stunning images and creating visually compelling content. Innovative with comprehensive understanding of camera settings, lighting techniques and digital editing tools. Strong management skills and committed to meeting clients' expectations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer Volunteer
George Washington's Mount Vernon
03.2014 - Current
- Performed photography at special events including reenactments, firework displays, festivals, and special donor occasions.
- Photographed landscape photography of the estate at sunrise, sunset, during inclement weather, and in special events.
- Was given full security access to the property.
- Was published extensively in MV magazine, calendars and social media.
Photographer Volunteer
American Battlefield Trust
07.2013 - Current
- Photographed historic sites and battlefield for use in social and print media, including Hallowed Ground Magazine.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Performed detailed Photoshop editing and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Performed event photography at national conferences, tours, and special events.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Photographed portraits of VIPs, heads of state, and special persons, as well as staff portraiture.
Photographer Volunteer
National Park Service VIP Program
03.2012 - Current
- Performed photography as requested by Park Historian, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Battlefield Park.
- Performed landscape and event photography for the NPS Social Media Team during the Civil War Sesquicentennial .
- Performed photography for the Vicksburg 160TH anniversary.
- Performed photography at other Civil War battlefield parks as needed for their use, including Manassas, Antietam, Gettysburg, Richmond, among others.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Memphis State University
Memphis, TN12.1980
Skills
- Digital Photography with specialization in Landscapes
- Outdoor and Studio Portrait Photography
- Event Photography
- Night and Low Light Photography
- Product Photography
- Video Photography
Awards
Grand Prize Winner - American Battlefield Trust Photo Contest (2013, 2014)
People's Choice Winner - American Battlefield Trust Photo Contest (2014)
First Place Winner - National Cherry Blossom Photo Contest (2011)
Category Winner - Scenic Virginia Photo Contest (2014, 2015, 2021)
People's Choice Winner Scenic Virginia Photo Contest (2018, 2019, 2021)
Published to the cover of 36 magazines, and countless publications in books and Web and social media.
Timeline
Photographer Volunteer
George Washington's Mount Vernon
03.2014 - Current
Photographer Volunteer
American Battlefield Trust
07.2013 - Current
Photographer Volunteer
National Park Service VIP Program
03.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Engineering
Memphis State University
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