Jason Clark
Farmington,NM
Summary
Accomplished photographer with a proven track record at Universal Church Directories, showcasing exceptional photo editing and customer service skills. Expert in Adobe Photoshop and adept at creating compelling compositions, significantly enhancing client satisfaction. Known for mentoring junior photographers, improving team skills by 30%, and excelling in fast-paced environments. Successful Photographer with solid background working with digital cameras and lenses to produce high-quality images. Adept at using natural light and modern technology with exceptional knowledge of lighting and color theory. Collaborative with artistic eye for composition.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer
Gittings Portrait Studio
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Coordinate/collaborate with digital marketing, Instagram posts and ads.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
Lead Photographer (Remote)
Universal Church Directories
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Captured memorable moments for clients with an artistic eye for composition, lighting, and storytelling.
- Mentored junior photographers to improve their skills, fostering a collaborative and supportive team dynamic.
- Organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Setup and breakdown all equipment.
- Travel weekly to locations in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Arizona.
Retail Sales Associate
1861 Market Nob Hill
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
Photographer (hybrid Remote)
Fox-Mar Photography Inc
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Captured high-quality school portraits by utilizing professional photography equipment and lighting techniques.
- Enhanced student comfort during photo sessions by creating a relaxed atmosphere and providing clear instructions.
- Delivered consistent results with efficient time management, adhering to tight schedules and multiple appointments per day.
- Developed rapport with students, staff, and parents by maintaining a friendly and approachable demeanor throughout the photography process.
- Organized digital files effectively for easy access, retrieval, and editing of images as needed.
- Edited photographs using advanced software programs for optimal color balance, exposure, and overall quality enhancements.
Studio Photographer
Weston Photography Studio
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality photography and editing services for various projects.
- Utilized advanced retouching techniques to enhance images according to client specifications while preserving natural aesthetics.
- Captured visually stunning images for diverse clientele, including families, individuals, and restorations of old photographs.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing questions, concerns, and requests promptly and professionally.
Customer Service Delivery Team Member
Kinney's Pharmacy
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided exceptional customer support by utilizing active listening skills and empathy to understand customer needs fully.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
School Photographer (Remote)
Lifetouch School Photography
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Captured high-quality school portraits by utilizing professional photography equipment and lighting techniques.
- Enhanced student comfort during photo sessions by creating a relaxed atmosphere and providing clear instructions.
- Delivered consistent results with efficient time management, adhering to tight schedules and multiple appointments per day.
- Maintained accurate records of photo sessions, including dates, locations, number of students photographed, and sales figures for internal reporting purposes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Photography
Art Institute of Florida
Fort Lauderdale, FL08.2016
Skills
- Photo editing
- Adobe Photoshop
- Premier
- Lightroom, Bridge and Camera Raw
- Retouching and color correction
- Social Media
- Advanced Camera Skills
- Fashion photography
- Image Editing Expertise
- Superb attention to detail
- Strong compositional skills
- Night photography
- Shot Composition
- Photo products
- Equipment Preparation
- Location Scouting
- Strong exposure techniques
- Marketing and Branding
- Image Archiving
- Dropbox
- Goggle Drive
- Color theory knowledge
- Drone Photography
- Wildlife photography
- Lighting mastery
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Photo Shoots
- Image Editing
- Camera Setup
- Creative Lighting
- Color Correction
- Equipment Setup
- Team Training
Additional Information
Personal equipment includes two-light setup, using both a Sony A7Rii and Nikon N8008s including 85mm 1.8 and a 35 1.8, Nikon film camera 80-400mm lens and 25-70mm 2.8 for Sony digital. Also own a camera slider and MAVIC mini drone.
Timeline
Photographer
Gittings Portrait Studio
11.2023 - 04.2024
Lead Photographer (Remote)
Universal Church Directories
04.2023 - 09.2023
Retail Sales Associate
1861 Market Nob Hill
10.2022 - 04.2023
Photographer (hybrid Remote)
Fox-Mar Photography Inc
01.2021 - 08.2022
Studio Photographer
Weston Photography Studio
08.2020 - 12.2020
Customer Service Delivery Team Member
Kinney's Pharmacy
01.2019 - 03.2020
School Photographer (Remote)
Lifetouch School Photography
08.2018 - 11.2018
Associate of Arts - Photography
Art Institute of Florida
Similar Profiles
Italee TaylorItalee Taylor
Photographer at JCPenney Portrait StudioPhotographer at JCPenney Portrait Studio
Andrea EisingerAndrea Eisinger
Sales Associate and Studio Photographer at JCPenney Portrait StudioSales Associate and Studio Photographer at JCPenney Portrait Studio
Lucy NowlandLucy Nowland
Sales Associate and Photographer at JC Penny Portrait StudioSales Associate and Photographer at JC Penny Portrait Studio