Jaylein Williams
St Louis,MO
Summary
Dynamic photographer with extensive experience at St. Louis Community College - Florissant Valley, specializing in digital photography and image editing. Proven ability to capture stunning visuals through innovative lighting techniques and a flexible creative approach. Successfully managed and collaborated with clients to deliver tailored photography solutions that exceed expectations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer Volunteer
St. Louis Community College - Florissant Valley
01.2020 - 05.2024
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Shot photographs in controlled lab, field, and remote environments.
- Monitored trends in photography to stay current in industry.
- Managed team of photographers for special projects.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Researched new camera equipment and accessories.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
- Collaborated with clients to create engaging photo albums.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
- Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
Apprentice Photographer
St. Louis Community College - Florissant Valley
01.2020 - 05.2024
- Prepared worksite by setting up required tools and supplies.
- Learned proper and safe use and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and safety equipment.
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from on-the-job training.
- Conducted quality control of materials used in construction.
- Developed successful system for tracking project progress.
- Assisted with post-construction cleanup and maintenance.
- Prepared and applied construction materials to build structures or fill gaps.
- Developed system for tracking job costs and project profitability.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Researched new camera equipment and accessories.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
- Generated cost-effective solutions for client's photography needs.
- Collaborated with clients to create engaging photo albums.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
- Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
Education
Associate of Arts - Photographer
St. Louis Community College Florissant Valley
St Louis, MO05-2024
High School Diploma -
Riverview Gardens High School
St Louis, MO05-2018
Skills
- Lighting techniques
- Flexible creative approach
- Image editing
- Digital enhancements
- Digital photography
- Photo editing
Timeline
Photographer Volunteer
St. Louis Community College - Florissant Valley
01.2020 - 05.2024
Apprentice Photographer
St. Louis Community College - Florissant Valley
01.2020 - 05.2024
Associate of Arts - Photographer
St. Louis Community College Florissant Valley
High School Diploma -
Riverview Gardens High School