James Peter Murray
I'm a Journalism student wanting to improve my skills in digital photography and photojournalism. I'm adventurous and appreciate getting to assess and take appropriate risks to conduct proper photojournalism. I have photo/photojournalism experience from classes at UM, as well as a study abroad trip in Nepal where I took photos for a student who was covering women's struggles with citizenship and land ownership. From that experience and others I can confidently say that I function well in new and potentially stressful environments along with managing good teamwork and communication. I also prioritize being respectful and not invading peoples personal space.
Work History
Photographer/Videographer/Whitewater Rafting Guide
3 MonthsFollowed trips via kayak and company vehicle to take photos and videos of rafters, cook lunch for customers, and at the end of each trip use a 40 minute period to edit video clips and create a short compilation of the trip, or editing photos to sell when customers finished their day. Worked as a raft guide on days where photographers weren't needed.
Photographer
2 MonthsFollowed raft trips via kayak or company vehicle, stopping at specific locations to take pictures. Also worked simultaneously as the trips cook and a driver, and would cap off each day at base selling the photos to customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
I've taken beginner and intermediate photo classes, media law, and a short study abroad trip in Nepal taking photos for a student covering women's struggles with citizenship, abuse and land ownership,
Skills
Certification
.Wilderness First Responder/CPR certification
.Swift Water Rescue Certification
.Maine Guides License