Jenny Appleton
Asheville,NC
Summary
Strong leader and Photography Supervisor with a proven track record at Lifetouch/Shutterfly, enhancing team performance and client satisfaction through expert application of visual storytelling and lighting techniques. Excelled in fostering professional growth, streamlining workflows, and boosting brand visibility. Skilled in team leadership, achieving significant repeat business and positive referrals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Photography Supervisor
Lifetouch/Shutterfly
07.2001 - Current
- Evaluated industry trends to stay current on best practices and emerging technologies, ensuring the team remained competitive in a fast-paced market.
- Contributed to the development of creative strategies for visual storytelling in various media formats including print, online, and video content.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create visually engaging content for promotional campaigns, increasing brand visibility.
- Coordinated schedules of photographers and support staff to maximize productivity and meet project deadlines.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality images that aligned with their brand identity and objectives.
- Ensured compliance with copyright laws by diligently managing image usage rights agreements with clients.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality and reducing downtime during critical projects.
- Established strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and positive referrals.
- Mentored junior photographers, fostering professional growth and enhancing overall team performance.
- Enhanced photography team performance by implementing efficient workflow processes and providing regular feedback.
Education
High School Diploma -
Centreville High School
Clifton, VA1999
Skills
- Image Editing
- File Organization
- Post-production
- Deadline Management
- Visual storytelling
- Lighting expertise
- Photography Workflow
- Crew Leadership
- Lighting techniques
- Customer Service
- Team Leadership
- Hiring and Training
Timeline
Photography Supervisor
Lifetouch/Shutterfly
07.2001 - Current
High School Diploma -
Centreville High School