Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Photography Clients
References
Timeline
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Matthew Herter

Santa Monica,CA
Matthew Herter

Summary

Highly motivated creative photographer who has worked in many different fields from ground level up to Director of Operations. Innovative and talented at experimenting with new approaches, techniques, software and lenses. Thrives under pressure and successful with creativity-focused artistic challenges. Excellent eye for light and composition. Always strives to create a positive work environment for everyone while pushing to be the best within the creative field. Takes pride on being able to create long lasting connections with clientele and coworkers and works just as well with a team as working solo.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

of Thirty Three Wolves
Los Angeles, CA

Owner/Operator
03.2015 - Current

Job overview

  • Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
  • Planned and obtained original shots using innovative thinking and new techniques.
  • Scouted locations and curated props for photography shoots.
  • Marketed freelance services through social media platforms, word-of-mouth and referrals.
  • Met with project managers and planned photograph selections and arrangements for publication.

working freelance
Los Angeles, CA

Business Consultant
02.2013 - 10.2021

Job overview

  • Facilitated and managed business development plan based on market and industry research.
  • Identified target customers and developed forward-thinking sales and marketing plans to promote company growth.
  • Identified key objectives to re-establish long term plans to meet goals.
  • Pinpointed growth opportunities within services portfolio and business model.
  • Managed day-to-day operations, driving quality standards and meeting customer expectations.
  • Promoted teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
  • Developed specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish work.
  • Conducted performance evaluations to check associates' performance and compliance with policies.

Bar Hermanito
Los Angeles, CA

General Manager of Operations
02.2020 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to improve efficiency.
  • Established quality assurance processes to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Monitored daily operations to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised staff members.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Analyzed financial statements and prepared budgets.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for food supplies, beverages, equipment and other necessary items.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures while maintaining high quality service levels.
  • Provided direction, guidance and motivation to team members.

Liquid Art House
Boston, MA

AGM/ Art Curator
11.2014 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • Developed and implemented strategies to acquire new works of art for the collection.
  • Organized collections and exhibitions, ensuring that artwork was displayed properly.
  • Negotiated contracts with artists and galleries regarding the acquisition of artwork.
  • Managed budgets for exhibitions and acquisitions, ensuring that all spending fell within allocated limits.
  • Analyzed restaurant operations, identified areas for improvement and recommended solutions.
  • Developed strategies to improve customer service, increase sales and reduce costs.
  • Conducted research of industry trends, competitor analysis and market conditions.
  • Provided guidance to restaurant owners on menu design, pricing structure and marketing tactics.
  • Trained new team members on menu items, operating procedures and company policies.

Education

Massachusetts College of Art And Design
Boston

Bachelor of Arts from Product Design, Fine Arts
01.2016

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA

Bachelor of Arts from Fine Arts
01.2010

Skills

  • Traditional and Digital Printing
  • Excellent Workflow Management
  • Lighting Expert
  • Image Editing
  • Creative Thinking
  • Flexible Creative Approach
  • Project Budgeting
  • Creative Lighting
  • Project Management
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Teamwork and Leadership
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Strategic Development
  • Retouching and color correction
  • Client Relations
  • Photo editing
  • Visual design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Image Archiving
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Sales expertise
  • Composition
  • Equipment setup and maintenance
  • Food photography
  • Strong exposure techniques
  • Creative artistic vision
  • Strong compositional skills
  • Creative team leadership
  • Marketing expertise

Certification

  • Film Stills Fast Track Training - 2022

Photography Clients

Brief List of Clients- Will supply full list upon request

  • "Roses On The Vine" Onset Stills / Key Art Photographer - 2023
  • "Quarter" Onset Stills Photographer -2022
  • Unannounced tribute documentary Onset Stills / Key Art Photographer - 2022- 2024
  • Jonathan Moffett promotional Photographer - 2022 to current
  • Epic Records - FUTURES birthday party photographer- 2022
  • Miz Mooz Campaign Photographer -2021 to current
  • SEEKER Campaign Photographer - 2021
  • Heal Los Angeles Foundation Lead Photographer - 2020 to current
  • Michael Jackson family and Estate Photographer - 2020 to current

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

General Manager of Operations

Bar Hermanito
02.2020 - 08.2021

Owner/Operator

of Thirty Three Wolves
03.2015 - Current

AGM/ Art Curator

Liquid Art House
11.2014 - 11.2016

Business Consultant

working freelance
02.2013 - 10.2021

Massachusetts College of Art And Design

Bachelor of Arts from Product Design, Fine Arts

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Bachelor of Arts from Fine Arts

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