Jonathan Rouse
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Dynamic commercial hospitality photographer with expertise in photo editing, client communication, and project management. Proven ability to translate concepts into compelling visual narratives across diverse settings.
Work History
Commercial Hospitalitty Photographer and Marketing
24 Years 3 Months- Captured high-quality images for diverse events, ensuring client satisfaction and creative vision alignment.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their needs, translating concepts into compelling visual narratives.
- Traveled to over 85 countries
- Utilized advanced photography equipment and editing software to enhance image quality and production efficiency.
- Directed photo shoots, managing lighting, composition, and subject positioning for optimal results.
- Managed make-up artists, videographers, wardrobe stylists, hair stylists, assistants, food stylists, models, and retouching.
- Coordinated travel, production schedules, billing, pre-production, post production, equipment rentals, work visas, and craft services.
- Started internship program through my alma mater Brooks Institute of photography in santa Barbara, CA.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Commercial Advertising Photography
- Dean's List [Semester and Year]
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- Study Abroad: [Location], [Subject]
Skills
Accomplishments
My first professional photography career was chief photographer at Resorts and Great Hotels Magazine, and Islands Magazine in Ventura California. I started an internship program through Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, and mentored over 150 students through my career with Islands Publishing Company. I graduated from NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) Big Horn Mountaineering and Tech Rock Climbing Courses based out of Lander and Vedavoo Wyoming. I attended Sanborn Western Camps and was a junior councilor (outbacker). I have my Padi certification, Skydiving license, and lighter than air hot air ballooning License. I have worked in the international hospitality space for over 25 years.
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