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Kendal Lanz

Santa Rosa,California

Summary

Dynamic sports photographer skilled in photo editing and digital photography. Delivers high-quality images under tight deadlines while fostering strong client relationships through effective communication.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Rugby Club Photographer

Knights Rugby
Thousand Oaks, CA
01.2026 - Current
  • Managed photography equipment and maintained inventory, ensuring readiness for all assignments.
  • Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.

Sports Photographer

California Lutheran University Athletics Department
Thousand Oaks, CA
08.2025 - Current
  • Captured high-action sports moments for various athletic events, enhancing visual storytelling.
  • Collaborated with coaching staff to understand photographic needs and event themes.
  • Edited and processed images using Adobe Lightroom for publication.

Leadership Class Photographer

Analy High School
Sebastopol, CA
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Captured high-quality images for school events, enhancing visual documentation of student activities.
  • Collaborated with faculty to develop creative concepts for event photography, improving overall engagement and satisfaction.
  • Delivered timely photo galleries for yearbook publication, ensuring consistency in style and quality across all submissions.

Student Athlete

Analy High School
Sebastopol, CA
08.2021 - 06.2025
  • Participated in Basketball, Softball, and Flag Football throughout high school.
  • Demonstrated teamwork by collaborating with peers to achieve common athletic goals.
  • Developed time management skills balancing academics and rigorous training schedules.
  • Mentored younger athletes, fostering skill development and sportsmanship values.

Student Photography Workshop

National Geographic
Yellowstone National Park, MT
07.2024 - 07.2024
  • Evaluated project outcomes to identify areas for improvement, driving efficiency in program execution processes.
  • Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and improve overall teaching effectiveness in the department.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Communication

California Lutheran University
Thousand Oaks, CA
05-2029

High School Diploma -

Analy High School
Sebastopol, CA
06-2025

Skills

  • Photo editing
  • Problem-solving
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Digital photography
  • Retouching and color correction
  • Photojournalism

Timeline

Rugby Club Photographer

Knights Rugby
01.2026 - Current

Sports Photographer

California Lutheran University Athletics Department
08.2025 - Current

Leadership Class Photographer

Analy High School
08.2024 - 06.2025

Student Photography Workshop

National Geographic
07.2024 - 07.2024

Student Athlete

Analy High School
08.2021 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Communication

California Lutheran University

High School Diploma -

Analy High School