Colten Daigneault
Salem,VA
Summary
A versatile creative professional with expertise across multimedia, including photography, retouching, graphic design, and construction. Building on a foundation in these fields, my 15-year journey is driven by meticulousness and a passion for visual storytelling.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Retoucher
Mango House Media
Huntington Beach, CA
03.2021 - Current
- Utilized sophisticated editing techniques to enhance both still images and video content, spanning diverse creative genres.
- Demonstrated unwavering work ethics, upholding a consistent demeanor of professionalism and objectivity. Frequently committed extended hours to ensure timely project completion.
- Cultivated positive collaborations with photographers and clients, gaining deep insights into project requirements and consistently exceeding expectations with final images.
- Independently managed the development of project catalogues, consistently delivering impeccable final images directly to the client.
- Managed video projects with Adobe Premiere as an editor, colorist, and sound engineer.
- Captured images of individuals, families and small groups in studio or on location.
- Integrated new AI tools such as Topaz AI and Crop.photo into workflows, boosting bulk editing efficiency and improving final images beyond conventional limits.
- Illustrated the Mango House Media company logo in vector format, contributing to a high-quality multimedia brand identity.
- Captured photographs of high-end real estate for prominent agents involved in listing properties throughout Southern California.
- Offered technical expertise in photography and provided assistance for a range of company-affiliated photoshoots.
- Served as a videographer for high-profile corporate events.
- Conducted comprehensive training for colleagues spanning artistic and technical domains, enhancing peer performance and elevating work quality; fortifying overall company professionalism.
- Assumed the role of Creative Director for photographing brand identities, overseeing the public portrayal of distinguished brands and major corporations.
Logo Designer
Freelance
Huntington Beach, CA
01.2009 - Current
- Proficiently utilized Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Cinema 4D to craft visually appealing logos.
- Translated client requirements into innovative logo concepts and designs.
- Collaborated seamlessly with marketing teams to ensure logo designs adhered to brand standards.
- Presented polished logo design drafts to clients, integrating feedback and securing approvals.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, consistently meeting tight deadlines.
- Adapted logo designs for optimal digital display on web and mobile platforms.
- Leveraged Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects.
- Stayed current with industry trends to infuse contemporary elements into designs.
- Responsively edited existing logos based on client requests and evolving branding strategies.
- Applied color theory and the golden ratio principle to elevate logo aesthetics.
- Conducted consultative discussions with clients, integrating their vision with creative input.
Construction Foreman
Orange County Construction
Anaheim, CA
09.2017 - 03.2021
- Supervised and coordinated workers engaged in all construction phases.
- Delegated tasks based on employee skillsets.
- Trained and monitored employees to improve performance.
- Inspected construction sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Enforced safety rules to minimize workplace hazards.
- Operated heavy equipment in accordance with safety policies.
- Provided leadership, motivating crew members while ensuring a safe work environment.
- Communicated progress to project supervisors for each job site.
- Worked in close proximity to other workers while operating machinery safely.
- Directed workers in proper techniques for installation or repair according to blueprints.
- Performed hands-on work including demolition, carpentry, painting, and drywall installation.
- Constructed forms for various concrete structures as per engineering specifications.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Set up scaffolding and temporary structures to support crew during work.
- Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand and power tools.
- Operated excavators, loaders, and heavy equipment for site preparation.
- Transported materials between job sites using trailers and trucks.
- Loaded and unloaded tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Operated excavator to dig trenches, footings, and foundations.
- Loaded trucks with excess dirt from excavation sites.
- Assisted in the installation of underground utilities.
- Inspected forms, footings, and foundations for accuracy and compliance.
- Ensured projects were constructed square and level.
- Bore boltholes in wood, masonry, or concrete using drilling equipment.
- Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
- Cleaned up job sites after project completion, removing debris.
- Provided assistance to laborers by carrying heavy objects around the job site.
- Maintained records including time sheets, material orders, project costs, and contractor information.
Photographer
Freelance
Los Angeles, CA
02.2009 - 05.2017
- Managed planning and setup of shoots including location scouting and team creation.
- Collaborated with clients, art directors, stylists, and makeup artists to achieve desired image results.
- Provided advise on appropriate poses to models and advised makeup artists to ensure an authentic and specific project result.
- Researched trends in photography styles and stayed up-to-date with current technologies and practices.
- Composed visually appealing photographs across a wide variety of image styles including portrait, fashion, beauty, and real estate,
- Successfully captured live environments such as weddings, parties, and corporate seminars.
- Explained pricing and package details to customers.
- Applied advanced light modeling techniques with the use of artificial flashes and various light modifiers in conjunction with a light meter.
- Culled and edited each project using Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop.
- Properly labeled and delivered final image packages to clients and always gained their satisfaction.
- Coordinated model portfolios for esteemed modeling agencies such as Elite, Wilhelmina, and others.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts
Platt College
Huntington Beach, CA06.2013
Associate of Arts - Photography
Platt College
Huntington Beach, CA06.2013
High School Diploma -
Ablaze Academy
Montgomery, AL06.2009
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Premiere
- Image Editing
- Compositing
- Colorist
- Topaz AI
- Cropphoto
- Audio Engineering
- Workflow Optimization
- Creative & Technical Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Visual Design
- Logo Design
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Senior Retoucher
Mango House Media
03.2021 - Current
Construction Foreman
Orange County Construction
09.2017 - 03.2021
Photographer
Freelance
02.2009 - 05.2017
Logo Designer
Freelance
01.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts
Platt College
Associate of Arts - Photography
Platt College
High School Diploma -
Ablaze Academy
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