Hi, I’m
Liina Raud
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated visual artist with strong understanding of design and photographic techniques. Skilled in capturing and editing stunning images with keen eye for detail. Creative and committed to telling stories through photographs. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Echo Magazine
Photography Editor
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Pitched successfully two photo essay stories for the Roots issue of ECHO Magazine.
- Managed 3 photographers in the team of 10 journalists.
- Retouched and white balanced photographs in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom Classic
- Researched image libraries to locate appropriate photographs for stock use.
- Offered image proofs to help designers choose the best photographs for final print.
- Edited two photo essays.
- Created digital photo banks and organized the images by stories and sections.
National Society Of Leadership And Success CCC
Founding Executive Vice President
08.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Supporting and advising the founding President of the NSLS CCC Chapter
- Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
- Led 6 successful live and online events with over 100 members and participants.
- Increased the number of members from 0 to 200 within 3 months.
- Developed a sustainable organization in Columbia College with solid development plan and recruiting strategies.
Ten Atoms LLC
Contract Photographer
01.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Captured stunning images for a variety of publications.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publications and album cover.
- Managed and organized photo database of over 5000 photographs using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
- Toured as a photographer with two Ten Atoms signed bands The Black Pumas and Neil Francis.
Self
Freelance Photographer
09.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Facilitated printing of images for client's portfolio.
- Trained new photographers in use of camera equipment and editing software.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests, and abilities with potential customers.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express creative vision.
- Collaborated with clients to create engaging photo albums.
- Scheduled studio appointments to shoot wide variety of subjects.
- Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
- Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
Education
Columbia College ChicagoChicago, IL
Bachelor of Arts from Photography
12.2023
University Overview
- Dean's List FW 2021, SP 2022, FW 2022.
- Awarded Columbia College Excellence Award 2021, 2022, 2023.
- Awarded Faculty Recognition Award 2021, 2022, 2023.
- Awarded Columbia Scholar Award 2023.
- Presidents Club Endowed Scholarship Recipient 2023
- Peter Thompson Endowed Memorial Scholarship Recipient 2023.
- Kodak Pro Scholarship Recipient 2021, 2022, 2023.
- 3.94 GPA
- National Society of Leadership and Success Member since 2022.
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Lightroom Classic
- Visual Storytelling
- Client Requirements
- Google Drive / Dropbox
- Creative Lighting
- Image Organization
- Website Graphics
- Marketing Materials
- Critical Thinking
- DSLR Camera Use
- Color Correcting
- Photography and Videography
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 13 in the development of ECHO Magazine the Roots Issue 2023.
- Supervised team of 3 staff members.
- Pitched 2 successful photo essay ideas.
- Took and edited original pictures for 7 stories.
- Edited all the visual components for 24 stories.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Estonian
Native or Bilingual
Danish
Elementary
Timeline
Photography Editor
Echo Magazine
01.2023 - Current
Founding Executive Vice President
National Society Of Leadership And Success CCC
08.2022 - Current
Contract Photographer
Ten Atoms LLC
01.2019 - Current
Freelance Photographer
Self
09.2018 - Current
Columbia College Chicago
Bachelor of Arts from Photography
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