John Hisel
Hooksett,NH
Summary
Event photography professional with advanced skills in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Strength in composition and visual storytelling for fast-moving subjects. Effective communication, strong work ethic, and rapid learning to support team and event goals.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Photographer
John Hisel Photography, LLC
Hooksett, New Hampshire
08.2026 - Current
- Promoted photography services through social media campaigns and direct client engagement, enhancing visibility and client acquisition.
- Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.
- Polished images in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop for professional presentation.
- Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
- Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
- Managed invoices, contracts, and client payments to ensure accuracy and financial integrity.
- Organized photo files and digital archives for easy retrieval and preservation of work.
Track Photographer
Legion Speedway
Wentworth, New Hampshire
06.2025 - 09.2026
- Captured race day action across track, pits, and grandstand for Legion Speedway coverage
- Photographed drivers, teams, and fans for Legion Speedway promotional content
- Edited images for social media, website, and event galleries at Legion Speedway
- Enhanced photos with filters and edits to elevate visual appeal for promotional use.
- Manipulated images to achieve color balance and clarity for final use.
- Archived and organized photo files to streamline access for Legion Speedway marketing efforts.
- Coordinated shot lists with Legion Speedway staff for scheduled event coverage
- Adapted photography techniques to optimize image quality under varying light, weather, and racing conditions.
- Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Digital Photography
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH10-2026
Skills
- Event photography skills
- Digital photography
- Photo editing software expertise
- Adobe illustrator
- Image manipulation
- Color correction
- Post-processing
- Digital enhancements
- Visual composition
- Product photography
- Strong portfolio
- Digital file management
- Workflow management
- Task prioritization
- Multitasking
- Decision-making
- Client communication
- Project management
- Creative flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Digital enhancements
- High quality images
- RAW file processing
- Batch processing efficiency
- Quality control
- Advanced masking techniques
- Photography background
- Action Photography
- Contract preparation
Affiliations
- Photographer for USAC National Sprint Car Series "Eastern Storm Tour" in 2026
- Photographer for NASCAR while at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in 2026
Timeline
Owner/Photographer
John Hisel Photography, LLC
08.2026 - Current
Track Photographer
Legion Speedway
06.2025 - 09.2026
Some College (No Degree) - Digital Photography
Southern New Hampshire University