Hi, I’m
John Dockery
Rodeo,CA
Summary
Dedicated Photographer exhibiting true love for craft, art and science of photography process. Seasoned professional at using camera lenses, controls and composition to capture stunning results. Consistently enhancing creative insight through projects and professional workshops.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
SHOOTING STARS PRODUCTION
Lead Photographer
05.2019 - 02.2020
Job overview
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Monitored and executed presets and post production setups and takedowns
- Created welcoming atmosphere for people, dogs, and special needs clients, increasing customer satisfaction scores by 27%
- Collaborated with clients to solicit photograph feedback on selecting, uploading, and retouching images
- Knowledge of photoshop, photo manipulation, color correction, cloning, and all photo related editing
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality
Nikon
Nikon Photographer
02.2017 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
- Trained new photographers in use of camera equipment and editing software.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
- Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
Self-employeed
Freelance Photographer
01.2013 - Current
Job overview
- Environmental/Documentary Portrait Photographer
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Build authentic relationships with clients, leading to 70% return rate and 30% referral rate
- Managed portfolio site and run Instagram account with over 650+ followers
- Utilizes DJI Mavic Air 2 for videography and photography
- Point and Shoot FujiFilm x100v
- Fully knowledgeable through specific software's; Divinci Resolve, Adobe premiere pro, Light Room, and Adobe Photoshop
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
Self-employeed
Wedding Photographer
01.2015 - Current
Job overview
- Calculated quotes for clients
- Photographer weddings in professional manner, without disrupting ambiance
- Produced high-quality wedding photographs
- Shot and edited 17 weddings and engagements with 100% customer satisfaction
- Traveled to different locations to shoot destination weddings
- Trained and Managed team of 3 or more freelance photographers
- Provided consultations with wedding/engagement clients to discuss photography decisions and expectations prior to entering contract
- Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
- Inspected proofs to verify quality and determine needed adjustments and retouches.
Education
Academy of Art UniversitySan Francisco
Bachelor of Arts from Photography
08.2018
Contra Costa CollegeSan Pablo, CA
Associate of Applied Business from General Studies
06.2015
Skills
- Documentary Photography
- Wedding Photography
- Image Editing
- Adobe Photoshop
- Technical Photography Skills
- Networking
- Digital file creation
- Video Editing
- Image manipulation
- Photojournalism
- Strong compositional skills
- Digital enhancements
Availability
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Timeline
Lead Photographer
SHOOTING STARS PRODUCTION
05.2019 - 02.2020
Nikon Photographer
Nikon
02.2017 - 03.2020
Wedding Photographer
Self-employeed
01.2015 - Current
Freelance Photographer
Self-employeed
01.2013 - Current
Academy of Art University
Bachelor of Arts from Photography
Contra Costa College
Associate of Applied Business from General Studies
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