Lana Schaade
Burleson,TX
Summary
Adaptable professional with a strong background in community outreach and photography assistance. Known for excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, facilitating impactful projects that resonate with local needs and elevate visual storytelling.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Photography Assistant
Action Graphics Plus
Burleson, Texas
01.2003 - Current
- Assisted photographers in setting up equipment for various shoots.
- Organized and maintained photography gear for efficient access and use.
- Supported lighting setups to enhance image quality during shoots.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve creative vision for projects.
- Set up lights, backdrops, and props for shoots and events.
- Provided technical support when needed by troubleshooting any issues that arose during a shoot.
- Explained price and package details to customers.
- Set up camera control equipment, stands, and tripods for shoots.
- Ensured that all safety precautions were followed while working on location at various sites.
- Transported equipment between locations when necessary for onsite photo assignments.
- Evaluated photos taken during shoots to determine which ones should be kept or discarded.
- Collaborated successfully with various personalities and work styles.
- Operated a variety of camera systems and lenses to capture high quality images.
- Conducted on-location photography sessions, adapting to various environments and lighting conditions.
- Directed models and subjects during photo shoots to capture desired expressions and poses.
- Took pictures of individuals, families, and small groups in studio or on location.
- Tested equipment prior to use, verifying good working order.
- Set up, mounted or installed photographic equipment and cameras.
- Used traditional or digital cameras along with tripods, filters and flash attachments.
- Selected and adjusted subjects, equipment, and lighting to achieve desired effects.
Minister of Recreation
First Baptist Church Burleson
Burleson, Texas
09.1995 - 12.2010
- Facilitated community outreach programs to support local needs.
- Provided counseling services to individuals and families in crisis.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts for church events and services.
- Developed educational programs for youth and adult ministry groups.
- Collaborated with church leadership to plan strategic initiatives.
- Created Bible study classes to help people grow spiritually.
- Developed youth outreach programs for children in the community.
- Organized and facilitated spiritual retreats for members of the church community.
- Encouraged members of the congregation to serve their communities through volunteer work.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.
- Administered communion, baptisms and other religious rites.
- Oversaw building management, supplies orders and facility repairs.
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
Education
Masters in Religion Education/Recreation - Youth/Recreation
Southwestern Theological Seminary
Fort Worth, TX12-1993
Skills
- Lighting techniques
- Equipment setup
- Camera operation
- Image evaluation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Client interaction
- Event coordination
- Program development
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Community outreach
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
- Playing Golf
- Playing Pickleball
- Hiking and snow skiing
- Family Vacations
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Photography Assistant
Action Graphics Plus
01.2003 - Current
Minister of Recreation
First Baptist Church Burleson
09.1995 - 12.2010
Masters in Religion Education/Recreation - Youth/Recreation
Southwestern Theological Seminary
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