Chandra B. Abernathy
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Professional photographer with strong expertise in capturing memorable moments and enhancing visual storytelling. Skilled in managing high-pressure environments, adapting to change when needed. Collaborative team player focused on achieving exceptional results. Highly reliable, known for strong attention to detail, and proficiency in photographing.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
GRADUATION PHOTOGRAPHER/ASSISTANT
ICONIC GROUP INC./GRADIMAGES
05.2018 - Current
- I PHOTOGRAPH GRADUATES DURING THE CEREMONY OF DIPLOMA HANDSHAKES, CLOSE-UPS & OVERVIEWS.
FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHER
FINE ARTS/FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHER
08.2010 - Current
- I PHOTOGRAPH EVENTS & PERFORMANCE. SECRETARY OF CAAAP (CHICAGO ALLIANCE OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN PHOTOGRAPHERS), A MEMBER OF WPCC (WASHINGTON PARK CAMERA CLUB) & SOUTHSIDE COMMUNITY ART CENTER.
SOUND/MEDIA MINISTRY
CARTER TEMPLE CME CHURCH
11.2002 - Current
- I WORK THE CAMERA FOR LIVESTREAMING CHURCH SERVICES ON SUNDAY MORNINGS.
CARETAKER/HOMEMAKER
EUROPEAN SERVICE AT HOME INC.
03.2021 - 05.2024
- I WAS A FULL–TIME CARETAKER FOR MY BEDBOUND MOTHER AND WEEKEND/FILL-IN HOMEMAKER FOR MY MOTHER.
TEAM PHOTOGRAPHER ASSISTANT/INTERN
JLA MEDIA/WINDY CITY BULLS
11.2016 - 03.2018
- I PHOTOGRAPHED AND CAPTURED LIVE PLAY-BY-PLAY ACTION & FLOOR TIME ACTIVITIES DURING TIMEOUTS & HALFTIME.
RURAL LETTER CARRIER
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
07.2009 - 08.2010
MAIL PROCESSING CLERK
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
07.2006 - 07.2009
- TOUR ONE SAFETY CAPTAIN FOR J.T. WEEKER INTERNATIONAL/MILITARY SERVICE CENTER.
CITY LETTER CARRIER
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
11.1996 - 07.2006
- RECEIVED A YEAR 2000 U.S. POSTAL SERVICE'S CHICAGO DISTRICT PERFECT ATTENDANCE AWARD.
GMAT TEST PROCTOR
ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
08.1996 - 09.1996
- MONITOR THE TESTING PROCESS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS TAKING THE TEST FOR GRADUATE SCHOOL.
LEGAL PHOTO LAB ASSISTANT
A-1 PHOTO SERVICE INC.
05.1993 - 05.1996
- PROCESSED AND PRINTED PHOTOGRAPHS, DOCUMENTS AND X-RAYS FOR LEGAL CASES.
Education
Master of Arts - Independent Film/Digital Imaging
Governors State University
University Park. IL05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Systems
Chicago State University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Graduation photography
- Event photography
- Live streaming
- Camera operation
- Image processing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Creative vision
Timeline
CARETAKER/HOMEMAKER
EUROPEAN SERVICE AT HOME INC.
03.2021 - 05.2024
GRADUATION PHOTOGRAPHER/ASSISTANT
ICONIC GROUP INC./GRADIMAGES
05.2018 - Current
TEAM PHOTOGRAPHER ASSISTANT/INTERN
JLA MEDIA/WINDY CITY BULLS
11.2016 - 03.2018
FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHER
FINE ARTS/FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHER
08.2010 - Current
RURAL LETTER CARRIER
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
07.2009 - 08.2010
MAIL PROCESSING CLERK
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
07.2006 - 07.2009
SOUND/MEDIA MINISTRY
CARTER TEMPLE CME CHURCH
11.2002 - Current
CITY LETTER CARRIER
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
11.1996 - 07.2006
GMAT TEST PROCTOR
ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
08.1996 - 09.1996
LEGAL PHOTO LAB ASSISTANT
A-1 PHOTO SERVICE INC.
05.1993 - 05.1996
Master of Arts - Independent Film/Digital Imaging
Governors State University
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Systems
Chicago State University
Secretary of Chicago Alliance of African-American Photographers
The Organization known as CAAAP (Chicago Alliance of African-American Photographers) focus on documenting Events, Activities and Everyday Life of African-Americans.