Christopher Jones
Alabaster,AL
Summary
Creative Photographer offering expertise in photography sales and marketing, customer service and project management. Talented at various photography styles, identifying client needs and providing innovative suggestions. Practiced in on-location shoots, studio set-ups and equipment maintenance. Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer Manager
Iron City Studios
04.2022 - Current
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
- Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
- Experimented with different lighting effects to deliver unique images.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
- Archived photographs on computers and servers.
- Performed advanced computer processing of images for assignments.
- Tracked inventory for photo products and equipment.
Electrician
Advanced Electrical
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, and on roofs.
- Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeters.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
Photographer and Videographer
The E. Group
11.2019 - 06.2021
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Used [Software] to edit footage into correct order and add effects.
- Conserved footage archive by organizing, labeling and tagging with metadata.
- Set up technical details, lighting and sound of over [Number] shots.
- Established and adhered to detailed production schedules for over [Number] projects.
- Collaborated with team members to develop content and message of over [Number] hours of footage.
- Handled transportation for equipment for [Number] shoots.
- Storyboarded films and recorded over [Number] hours of footage for [Number] projects.
- Edited videos and rearranged shots to match creative or production requirements.
- Adjusted and controlled video equipment, composing and framing shots.
- Calculated proper lighting, shutter angles, camera distances and shot factors.
- Changed camera attachments based on specific shot requirements and environmental conditions.
- Set up and used cameras in different types of mounts for live and recorded broadcasts.
- Developed studio sets and lined up furniture and props.
- Set up lighting and sound details of over [Number] shots.
Photographer and Videographer
Tech Providers
07.2012 - 11.2019
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Used [Software] to edit footage into correct order and add effects.
- Conserved footage archive by organizing, labeling and tagging with metadata.
- Set up technical details, lighting and sound of over [Number] shots.
- Established and adhered to detailed production schedules for over [Number] projects.
- Collaborated with team members to develop content and message of over [Number] hours of footage.
- Handled transportation for equipment for [Number] shoots.
- Storyboarded films and recorded over [Number] hours of footage for [Number] projects.
- Maintained over $[Amount] worth of equipment by designing and sticking to preventive and regular maintenance schedules.
- Edited videos and rearranged shots to match creative or production requirements.
- Adjusted and controlled video equipment, composing and framing shots.
- Calculated proper lighting, shutter angles, camera distances and shot factors.
Electrician
Scotts Services
01.2007 - 05.2011
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeters.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and repair requirements.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
Electrician
Gant Electric
03.1997 - 02.2007
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Worked with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters and multimeters.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
Education
GED -
Gadsden Job Corps
Gadsden, AL03.1997
Apprenticeship - Electrician
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL03.1997
Skills
- Proficiency in Final Cut Pro
- Visual Design
- Lighting Expertise
- Digital Design
- Canon Mark II Proficient
- Adobe Photoshop
- Digital Enhancements
- Strong Compositional Skills
- Microsoft Suite Proficiency
- Digital Video
- Image Editing
- Photo Shoots
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Location Shooting
- Client Requirements
- Photo Imaging
- News Stories
- Lighting and Angles
- Precise Measurements
- Image Manipulation
- Location Scouting
- Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
- Coordinating Stories
- Visual Effects
- Critical Thinking
- Online Presence Monitoring
- Excellent Workflow Management
- Microsoft Word
Websites
Timeline
Photographer Manager
Iron City Studios
04.2022 - Current
Electrician
Advanced Electrical
06.2021 - 04.2022
Photographer and Videographer
The E. Group
11.2019 - 06.2021
Photographer and Videographer
Tech Providers
07.2012 - 11.2019
Electrician
Scotts Services
01.2007 - 05.2011
Electrician
Gant Electric
03.1997 - 02.2007
GED -
Gadsden Job Corps
Apprenticeship - Electrician
Gadsden State Community College
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