Jordan Merillat
Spring,TX
Summary
Experienced with photographing in high-quality photo shoots and managing photographic equipment. Utilizes technical knowledge and creative insight to enhance visual storytelling. Strong understanding of lighting techniques and post-processing skills. Reliable team player known for adaptability, strong organizational skills, and effective communication. Proficient in photo editing software, lighting equipment management, and client coordination, consistently delivering high-quality results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Photography Assistant
Covenant Pictures
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted in managing and organizing photography equipment for various shoots.
- Collaborated with photographers to set up lighting and backgrounds efficiently.
- Engaged with clients to understand their vision, adapting techniques to meet specific needs.
- Developed skills in portrait and product photography through hands-on experience during assignments.
- Conducted research on current photography trends to inform creative direction for projects.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Handled cameras operating at several thousand frames per second.
Wunsche Brothers
Social Media Advertising
10.2022 - Current
- Increased brand awareness by developing and executing strategic social media campaigns.
- Coordinated social media promotions, increasing audience engagement and listenership.
- Increased guide readership through effective online promotion and social media marketing.
- Boosted website traffic through targeted social media advertising campaigns.
- Expanded clientele base through effective marketing strategies and strong social media presence.
- Enhanced public awareness of programs and services through targeted social media campaigns.
- Boosted brand visibility by developing and implementing engaging social media campaigns.
- Attracted new followers with strategic social media marketing efforts.
Photographer
Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current
- Learned camera settings and techniques to enhance image quality during sessions.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Engaged in continuous learning of photography trends and techniques through workshops and online resources.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
- Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and preferences for photography projects.
- Organized digital files and maintained a streamlined photo catalog for easy access.
- Supported post-production processes by editing images using software tools effectively.
Education
No Degree - Photography
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas, TX12-2026
Skills
- Advanced camera skills
- Image composition
- Wedding photography
- Social media
- Advertising effectiveness
- Advertising strategy
- Paid advertising strategies
- Digital photography
- Social media promotion
- Image editing expertise
- Superb attention to detail
- Social media marketing
- Client relations
- Collaborative attitude
Timeline
Photography Assistant
Covenant Pictures
11.2024 - Current
Wunsche Brothers
Social Media Advertising
10.2022 - Current
Photographer
Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current
No Degree - Photography
Sam Houston State University