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Kam Beavers

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Dedicated visual artist with strong understanding of photography equipment and techniques. Skilled in capturing and editing stunning images with keen eye for detail. Creative and committed to telling stories through photographs.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Photographer

Wantable
09.2021 - Current
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Leveraged mechanical mounting systems to improve focus and image stability.
  • Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
  • Excel shot list creation
  • Hanger priority photos
  • Used image processing algorithms to reduce motion blur and enhance color, contrast, and light range.
  • Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
  • Perform ecomm onfig photography at a rate of 80 sku/day.
  • Captured diverse images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
  • Upload to specific WAM specs including metadata tagging
  • Studio cleaning and next-day prep

Freelance Photographer

Self Employed
03.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
  • Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
  • Adapted to a variety of shooting environments and lighting conditions, showcasing creativity and technical expertise.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Delivered consistent results under tight deadlines by effectively prioritizing tasks and maintaining focus on project objectives.
  • Built a diverse portfolio by working with clients across multiple industries, showcasing versatility and adaptability.
  • Streamlined photo editing process, increasing efficiency and reducing turnaround time for clients.

Link Crew Leader

Reagan High School
04.2018 - 05.2021
  • As positive role models, Link Crew Leaders are mentors and student leaders who guide the freshmen to discover what it takes to be successful during the transition to high school and help facilitate freshman success.

Bar Back

St. Francis Brewery
06.2017 - 10.2019
  • Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
  • Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
  • Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.

Host

St. Francis Brewery
06.2017 - 10.2019
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by attentively listening to guest needs and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.

Student Worker

Fernwood Elementary Greenhouse
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • Worked as a helper/caretaker in the school greenhouse
  • Tasks included planting, watering, trimming, cultivating, pruning, transplanting and fertilizing plants
  • Maintained structures and equipment, such as irrigation and aquaponics systems.

Student Volunteer

St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care
01.2015 - 08.2016
  • Helped to bring St. Ann Center’s mission to life
  • Provided services to the elderly and the challenged
  • Volunteered as a student at the South Side facility devoting a few hours at the center reading to, playing games with, and just talking to the community within.

Education

Associate of Arts - Photography

Milwaukee Area Technical College

General Studies Diploma -

Reagan College Preparatory High School
05.2021

Skills

  • Retouching and color correction

  • Advanced Camera Skills

  • Creative artistic vision

  • Fashion photography

  • Shot Composition

  • Image manipulation

  • Digital asset management

  • Image Editing

  • Photo Shoots

  • Camera Setup

  • Creative Lighting

  • Color Correction

  • Commercial Photography

Timeline

Photographer

Wantable
09.2021 - Current

Freelance Photographer

Self Employed
03.2020 - Current

Link Crew Leader

Reagan High School
04.2018 - 05.2021

Bar Back

St. Francis Brewery
06.2017 - 10.2019

Host

St. Francis Brewery
06.2017 - 10.2019

Student Worker

Fernwood Elementary Greenhouse
05.2016 - 09.2016

Student Volunteer

St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care
01.2015 - 08.2016

Associate of Arts - Photography

Milwaukee Area Technical College

General Studies Diploma -

Reagan College Preparatory High School
Kam Beavers