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Karen Halker Miller

Los Alamitos,CA

Summary

Dynamic photography business owner with a strong background in visual storytelling and effective time management. I successfully juggle three monthly magazine deadlines while maintaining a photography business and graphic design projects that enhance client satisfaction and community engagement. Known for delivering tailored branding solutions, I excel in logo creation and fostering authentic client connections.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Wishing You Happiness Photography
2018 - Current
  • Put emphasis on capturing authentic moments and connections throughout my work
  • Fosters a sense of calm making it easier for clients show their true selves.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their needs, delivering tailored photography services that exceeded expectations.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
  • Directed all aspects of photography business operations, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction and service delivery.

Lead Photographer

Best Version Media
2019 - Current
  • Directed photo shoots, ensuring alignment with the magazine and project objectives.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality photography services for various events and projects.
  • Established a solid reputation within the community boosting the magazine's popularity as a reliable source of information..

Graphic Designer

Wag the Dog
2013 - Current
  • Designed innovative branding materials to enhance client visibility and market presence.
  • Streamlined design processes, reducing turnaround times while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Developed unique logo concepts that aligned with client branding objectives.

Art and Art History Teacher

St. Paul of the Cross
2008 - 2015
  • Designed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of historical concepts.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Fostered a collaborative classroom environment, encouraging critical thinking and discourse among students.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Illustration

Art Center College of Design
Pasadena, CA
06-2002

Skills

  • Highly detail-oriented
  • Strong visual storytelling
  • Effective time management
  • Efficient workflow management
  • Logo creation
  • Brand strategy

Timeline

Owner

Wishing You Happiness Photography
2018 - Current

Lead Photographer

Best Version Media
2019 - Current

Graphic Designer

Wag the Dog
2013 - Current

Art and Art History Teacher

St. Paul of the Cross
2008 - 2015

Bachelor of Arts - Illustration

Art Center College of Design

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