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Jason Zara

Clinton Township,MI

Summary

Creative Photographer/Videographer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in digital editing, lighting techniques, and visual storytelling. Excel in time management, adaptability, and communication, ensuring seamless project execution from concept to delivery.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Photographer/Video Creator

Ignite Media Productions
Rochester Hills, Michigan
01.2022 - Current
  • Provide direction to models and subjects throughout photoshoots while capturing natural expressions.
  • Enhanced, retouched and resized photographs using airbrushing and other techniques.
  • Uploaded digital images for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.

Owner Videographer/Editor

Cinema 48
Birmingham, Michigan
01.2014 - Current
  • Film, edit, and produce content for weddings.
  • Capture images from various sources such as film, digital media, computer graphics and animation for use in projects.
  • Ensure continuity between shots by checking settings on equipment and positioning of subjects within the frame.
  • Managed multiple video projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget constraints.
  • Collaborate with editors to select appropriate takes of each shot for inclusion in finished product.
  • Communicated with directors and other crew members to discuss filming sequences, desired effects and lighting requirements.
  • Troubleshoot any issues that arise during post-production process such as audio syncing errors or color correction problems.

Owner Photographer/Wedding Videographer

Zara Creative
Troy, Michigan
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Main videographer/photographer for weddings and other events.
  • Main editor
  • Assist in planning setup of shoots including location scouting.
  • Explained price and package details to customers.

Owner Photographer/Wedding Videographer

Zara Film
Sterling Heights, Michigan
01.1995 - 01.2011
  • Film, edit, and produce content for weddings.
  • Capture images from various sources such as film, digital media, computer graphics and animation for use in projects.
  • Ensure continuity between shots by checking settings on equipment and positioning of subjects within the frame.
  • Managed multiple video projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget constraints.
  • Collaborate with editors to select appropriate takes of each shot for inclusion in finished product.
  • Communicated with directors and other crew members to discuss filming sequences, desired effects and lighting requirements.
  • Troubleshoot any issues that arise during post-production process such as audio syncing errors or color correction problems.

Apple Sales Associate

Micro Center Stores
Madison Heights, MI
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies, and security practices.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.

Electronics Sales Lead

Walmart
Sterling Heights, MI
  • Developed and updated electronic product knowledge materials for team use, enhancing team performance.
  • Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
  • Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of the sales floor, ensuring a pleasant shopping environment.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inventory, including new arrivals, product specifications, and stock levels.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
  • Collaborated with the team to organize promotional events and product demonstrations, increasing store traffic and sales.
  • Conducted warranty and service plan information sessions for customers, enhancing product value and customer loyalty.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
  • Processed payments and maintained accurate drawers to meet financial targets.

Sales Associate

Best Buy
Madison Heights, MI
  • Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
  • Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
  • Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
  • Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.

Sales Associate

Toys R Us
Madison Heights, MI
  • Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
  • Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
  • Handled returns and exchanges according to company policies.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
  • Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Associates Degree

Macomb Community College
Warren, MI

High School Diploma -

Warren Mott High School
Warren, MI
09-2000

Skills

  • Final Cut Pro Experienced Editor
  • Da Vinci Resolve Experienced Editor
  • Adobe Photoshop Experienced Editor
  • Adobe Lightroom Experienced Editor
  • Social media management
  • Videography
  • Drone videography/photography
  • Architectural photography
  • Photo editing
  • Image retouching
  • Color correction
  • Lighting techniques
  • Equipment setup
  • Client communication
  • Project management
  • Content creation
  • Model direction
  • Location scouting
  • Audio editing
  • Trend analysis
  • Time management
  • Service oriented
  • Photo Critiquing
  • Visual design
  • Digital video
  • Frame shots

Timeline

Freelance Photographer/Video Creator

Ignite Media Productions
01.2022 - Current

Owner Videographer/Editor

Cinema 48
01.2014 - Current

Owner Photographer/Wedding Videographer

Zara Creative
01.2012 - 01.2014

Owner Photographer/Wedding Videographer

Zara Film
01.1995 - 01.2011

Apple Sales Associate

Micro Center Stores

Electronics Sales Lead

Walmart

Sales Associate

Best Buy

Sales Associate

Toys R Us

Some College (No Degree) - Associates Degree

Macomb Community College

High School Diploma -

Warren Mott High School

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