Cory Thoemke
Newport,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Photo/Video Coordinator
The Sportsman's Guide
05.2006 - 01.2024
- Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
- Performed tasks by using proper tools, materials, methods and safe practices in accordance with best industry practices.
- Provided troubleshooting techniques in integrating professional audio/video systems.
- Supported live events with well-controlled lights, sound and video streaming.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
- Experimented with different lighting effects to deliver unique images.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
- Archived photographs on computers and servers.
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests and abilities with potential customers.
- Performed advanced computer processing of images for assignments.
- Tracked inventory for photo products and equipment.
Studio Supervisor
Brooks Institute Of Photography
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
- Assisted in recruiting and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Helped students and teachers get rental equipment and check into studios.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of studio workspace, working closely with employees to systemize tasks.
- Supervised 4 employees on dan and night shift, overseeing efficiency of check out and rental equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Commercial Photography
Brooks Institute of Photography
Santa Barbara, CA04.2005
General Studies
Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN2002
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Normandale Community College
Minneapolis, MNHigh School Diploma -
Park High School
Cottage Grove, Mn03.1998
Skills
- Digital Photography
- Canon Mark IV Proficient
- Lighting Techniques
- Camera Operation
- Color Correction
- Attention to Detail
- Lighting Expertise
- Digital Enhancements
- Strong Compositional Skills
- Photo Shoots
Timeline
Photo/Video Coordinator
The Sportsman's Guide
05.2006 - 01.2024
Studio Supervisor
Brooks Institute Of Photography
01.2002 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Commercial Photography
Brooks Institute of Photography
General Studies
Saint Cloud State University
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Normandale Community College
High School Diploma -
Park High School
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