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Connor Burke

Graphic Design & Photography (Commercial Drone Operator)
Duluth,MN

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. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Photographer & Photo Editor

Personal Business
, Minnesota
01.2018 - Current
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • 3+ Years Adobe (Lightroom, Photoshop, and illustrator)
  • Experienced with Video Editing (Drone & On Foot)
  • Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
  • Performed advanced computer processing of images for assignments.
  • Defined and recommended detailed solutions to capture images.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Inspected proofs to verify quality and determine needed adjustments and retouches.

Drone Pilot

Personal Info
, MN
01.2018 - Current

UAS FAA REMOTE SMALL AIRCRAFT

Commercial Drone Certification


I've teamed with architectural/construction companies to provide photo and video from above ground to monitor sites locations and building progress. Engineering firms needing their building monitored from the air for assessment. Also as a freelance photographer I also offer photo and video from the drone for any type of photoshoot.


  • Learned and used advanced drone inspection software to stay at forefront of industry.
  • Followed work specifications to obtain needed photography.
  • Maneuvered drone around obstacles and obstructions.
  • Helped create and implement innovative drone standards for group.
  • Completed more than 200+ flight hours in DJI drone aircrafts
  • Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
  • Used instrumentation to pilot aircraft during poor visibility.
  • Organized and completed routine charter routes, as well as paths requested by customers.

Graphic Designer

Personal Business
, MN
01.2014 - Current
  • 3+ Years Adobe (Lightroom, Photoshop, and illustrator)
  • Designed website layouts, templates and unique branded looks.
  • Created designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
  • Developed display, marketing and packaging materials to support product branding strategies.
  • Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
  • Put together videos for social media, advertising and informational purposes.
  • Applied creative expertise to present marketing concepts.

Front Desk, Concierge, Valet/Shuttle & Bellman

Fitger's Inn
Duluth, MN
03.2018 - 03.2020


  • Explained important features of guest rooms to travelers.
  • Transferred luggage, bags and other items from vehicles and main lobby to and from guest rooms with wheeled cart.
  • Provided guests with information regarding hotel's amenities, local attractions, nightlife, dining options, museums and concerts.
  • Maintained lobby in pristine condition and kept trash promptly emptied.
  • Responded immediately to any guest requests or concerns and promptly resolved issues.

Grounds Crew Member

Tournament Players Club (TPC) BLAINE
Blaine, Minnesota
02.2015 - 09.2022
  • Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.
  • Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
  • Diagnosed lawn and garden issues and recommended targeted solutions.
  • Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry And Material Engineering

University of Minnesota - Duluth
Duluth, MN
09.2018 - Current

Associate of Arts - AA

Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN
09.2018 - 12.2020

High School Diploma -

Andover High School
Andover, MN
09.2009 - 05.2013

Skills

Visual design

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Timeline

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry And Material Engineering

University of Minnesota - Duluth
09.2018 - Current

Associate of Arts - AA

Lake Superior College
09.2018 - 12.2020

Front Desk, Concierge, Valet/Shuttle & Bellman

Fitger's Inn
03.2018 - 03.2020

Photographer & Photo Editor

Personal Business
01.2018 - Current

Drone Pilot

Personal Info
01.2018 - Current

Grounds Crew Member

Tournament Players Club (TPC) BLAINE
02.2015 - 09.2022

Graphic Designer

Personal Business
01.2014 - Current

High School Diploma -

Andover High School
09.2009 - 05.2013
Connor BurkeGraphic Design & Photography (Commercial Drone Operator)