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Kenneth Lava

West Columbia,SC

Summary

Versatile and dynamic, with a proven track record in delivering captivating visual content, I excel in Adobe Premiere Pro and possess exceptional communication skills. My collaboration with SWIFF as Co-Creative Director highlights my ability to transform visions into compelling narratives, showcasing my adeptness in both photo and video, and my commitment to excellence in every project.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Photographer

Self-employeed
05.2018 - Current
  • Strong knowledge of photography techniques, including composition, lighting, and exposure.
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and Lightroom, for photo editing.
  • Built and maintained an impressive portfolio, showcasing high-quality work across various genres.
  • Successfully collaborated with clients to understand their vision and deliver photography that meets or exceeds their expectations.
  • Assist in planning setup of shoots including location scouting.

Freelance Videographer

Self-employeed
, United States
05.2018 - Current
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential for ensuring successful collaboration with clients to understand their vision and meet their event videography needs.
  • Crafted a visually captivating narrative to document the emotions and moments of the live event.
  • Filmed key moments and emotions of an event, and transformed them into an engaging and memorable video.
  • Set up and operate video cameras, audio recorders, lighting equipment, props, and other related production equipment.
  • Organize and manage multiple camera angles during shoots.
  • Edit raw footage into a final product using non-linear editing systems such as Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere.

Automotive Photographer and Videographer

Self-employeed
05.2018 - Current
  • In-depth understanding of automotive design, features, and technology, enabling me to effectively highlight the unique qualities of each vehicle in photos and videos.
  • A strong, creative eye for capturing the essence, design, and performance of vehicles, resulting in visually engaging and emotionally compelling automotive content.
  • Experience in sound design to capture the exhaust and create an appealing auditory experience that adds to the visual element.
  • Capture images from various sources such as film, digital media, computer graphics and animation for use in projects.
  • Ensure continuity between shots by checking settings on equipment and positioning of subjects within the frame.

Co-Creative Director

SWIFF
Columbia, United States
05.2023 - 03.2024
  • Collaborated with the brand owner/director in conceptualizing and creating videos that presented the brand's products and lifestyle.
  • Collaborated with the creative director to ensure that the production was executed in accordance with the vision and timeline.
  • Worked with the director to understand their vision and create shots that met their expectations.
  • Created promotional videos for marketing campaigns from events hosted by SWIFF.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
05.2020

Skills

  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Video editing
  • Photo editing
  • Communication Skills
  • Camera operation
  • Retouching and color correction
  • Composition
  • Sound design
  • Attention to detail
  • Lighting Knowledge
  • Artistic Direction
  • Digital marketing
  • Excellent workflow management

Timeline

Co-Creative Director

SWIFF
05.2023 - 03.2024

Freelance Photographer

Self-employeed
05.2018 - Current

Freelance Videographer

Self-employeed
05.2018 - Current

Automotive Photographer and Videographer

Self-employeed
05.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

University of South Carolina

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