Calli Duncan
Normal,IL
Summary
Wedding and lifestyle photographer with 14+ years experience specializing in creating friendly and fun experiences and beautiful photographs. Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Group Leader
Eastview Christian Church
Normal, IL
09.2024 - Current
- Led group study and discussion with discussion questions, and improvised follow-up questions.
- Encouraged open communication between participants within the group setting.
- Maintained a safe, secure and nurturing environment for the students during sessions.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians of students in the group.
- Collaborated with other Small Group Leaders to share best practices.
Photographer
Schilling Photography
Peoria, USA
01.2023 - Current
- Established good rapport with clients quickly to set the tone and create a positive experience on their wedding day.
- Directed and posed individuals, couples, and groups to create aesthetically pleasing and natural-feeling photographs.
- Clearly communicating with clients and other vendors to coordinate photo locations and timing throughout the day.
Photographer & Owner
Color&Cake Photography
Normal, USA
01.2010 - Current
- Used posing and friendly conversation to make couples feel comfortable in front of the camera.
- Met with and helped couples schedule the time needed for photography on their wedding day, and coordinated with the second shooter to cover all the details desired.
- Editing photos to look consistent, color-corrected, and exposed correctly, with skin smoothing when needed.
- Managing and communicating with clients through professional emails, invoices, and contracts.
- Use of on- and off-camera flash and video light to light dark environments.
- Designed unique wedding albums for clients.
Education
BA - Studio Arts
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05.2010
Skills
- Client communication
- Client relations
- Problem-solving
- Lighting
- Adobe creative suite
- Creative vision
- Posing and directing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Small Group Leader
Eastview Christian Church
09.2024 - Current
Photographer
Schilling Photography
01.2023 - Current
Photographer & Owner
Color&Cake Photography
01.2010 - Current
BA - Studio Arts
Illinois State University
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