Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Accomplishments
Software
Interests
Co-Own and Operate a 3,000 portrait Space
Timeline
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Derric Chambers

Photographer-Videographer
Dallas,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented Photographer with 5+ years of experience combining design savvy and excellent customer service to provide unique and quality photos of newborns, families and special events. Skilled Videographer with 5+ years of experience setting up and operating equipment, editing final videos and adding effects. Well-organized with disciplined approach and good time management skills. Enthusiastic about developing and realizing cohesive vision with each project.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Owner/Operator

D.C. Luxe Photos
Fort Worth, TX
02.2018 - Current
  • Dallas-Fort Worth Based Luxury Wedding and Commercial Videographer/Photographer for 5 years
  • Average over 150 client session annually
  • Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
  • Shot photographs in controlled lab, field and remote environments.
  • Scheduled studio appointments to shoot wide variety of subjects.
  • Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Used image processing algorithms to reduce motion blur and enhance color, contrast and light range.
  • Experimented with different lighting effects to deliver unique images.

Production Manager

Antioch Worship Center
Mesquite, TX
01.2017 - Current
  • Created actionable plans to grow and maintain followers through Facebook and Instagram.
  • Helped Increased Facebook follower number from 400 to 700 in one month
  • Analyzed and reported social media and online marketing campaign results.
  • Increased customer engagement through social media.
  • Suggested and implemented new features to develop brand awareness.
  • Set clearly defined goals to drive customer retention, brand awareness and website or social media traffic.
  • Led monthly production meetings and weekly production calls.
  • Managed video shoots, set teams and performers while creating work schedules and operating production equipment.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations for production company specializing in creating videos for webcasting, commercials and special events.
  • Developed promotional materials, posters and videos.
  • Monitored industry trends to stay informed of innovative technology, production equipment and editing software.

Delivery Driver

FedEx, FedEx Ground
Hutchins, TX
04.2015 - 07.2020
  • Delivered Packages to over 200 locations daily
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Evaluated products for damage prior to drop-off and documented reasons for returns.
  • Adhered to safe lifting techniques to avoid injuries.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
  • Communicated customer complaints, requests and feedback to company management for swift resolution.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Carried heavy trays, packages and boxes from delivery vehicle to areas designated by customers.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology

My Computer Career
Dallas, TX
11 2017 - 9 2018

High - undefined

Duncanville High School
08.2007 - 05.2009

Skills

Digital camera (Canon and Nikon DSLR's) operation, lighting & design (4 years)undefined

Additional Information

  • Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Accomplishments

  • Filmed an Award winning Short Film called "Instafluenced"
  • Qualified to publish an IMDb as a Director.

Software

  • Final Cut Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • DaVinci Resolve 17
  • Mac OS
  • Microsoft OS
  • Linux OS
  • Apple Logic

Interests

  • Photography
  • Videography
  • Film Production
  • Sports
  • Music

Co-Own and Operate a 3,000 portrait Space

4 Years ago it was my desire to open photography space where creatives to have the freedom to express themselves without limits. After much preparation, prayer, negotiation my brother, friend, and I were able to open a natural light space in the Downtown Dallas Area in the spring of 2022.

Timeline

Owner/Operator

D.C. Luxe Photos
02.2018 - Current

Production Manager

Antioch Worship Center
01.2017 - Current

Delivery Driver

FedEx, FedEx Ground
04.2015 - 07.2020

High - undefined

Duncanville High School
08.2007 - 05.2009

Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology

My Computer Career
11 2017 - 9 2018
Derric ChambersPhotographer-Videographer