Maxwell Mason
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Commercial Photographer with 15 years of experience in the New York City photo industry, specializing in high-value photoshoots and creative team direction. Proven ability to deliver compelling photographic narratives that consistently exceed client expectations. Expertise in studio and location lighting, digital technology, and advanced image editing techniques. Former Digital Asset Manager at Bishop Museum, known for innovative approaches and a strong eye for light and composition.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer
Self Employed
, Worldwide
10.2009 - Current
- Execute photographic productions, including: preproduction correspondence and creative deck analysis, location scouts, budgeting, crew management, equipment rentals, utilizing state of the art photographic technology and FTP file delivery.
- Plan, compose and execute lighting theories that match the client's vision. Strong communication and model direction skills with an emphasis on creating a fun and comfortable environment.
- Advertising and editorial productions range from intercontinental US to locations worldwide. Clients include: Love Shack Fancy, NBC Universal, Petsmart, American Express, Wilhelmina Models and BCBG.
Digital Asset Manager
Bishop Museum
Honolulu, HI
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Spearhead the 'Mau Ku Leo' project at the Bishop Museum, which is to digitize an extensive collection of 25-million pieces in varying departments, including: entomology, ethnology, zoology, archeology, ichthyology, botany and malacology.
- Optical technician and lead Digital Asset Manager within the Informatics department. Responsibilities include digitizing collections pieces by utilizing state-of-the-art photographic technology, video capture, photo/video editing, FADGI compliant scanning technology, managing Axiell Emu intake, studio lighting and using Microsoft operating systems.
- Support internal and external teams with critical and time-sensitive asset requests, and secure self-serving access for said stakeholders.
Digital Asset Manager
Love Shack Fancy
New York, NY
01.2018 - 07.2023
- Co-author to a comprehensive taxonomy system for a diverse media library by utilizing digital asset management, Bynder.
- Supported internal and external teams with critical and time-sensitive asset requests, and secured self-serving access for those stakeholders.
- Worked in the New York corporate office with the company president and marketing team to establish appropriate naming conventions and metadata for advertising campaigns.
- Lead photo editor and image technician, contracted for global advertising campaigns.
Digital Technician & Asset Manager
Dean Isidro Photography
New York, NY
03.2012 - 07.2023
- Managed digital assets for fashion photographer, Dean Isidro. Duties included: piloting Capture One Pro on-set for advertising campaigns, managing color correction in realtime, file organization, maintain concise naming conventions, metadata input, deliverables and client correspondence.
- Scouted locations for hundreds of photoshoots and obtained appropriate permits, ATA carnets and managed equipment for location shoots produced globally.
- Work with clients to implement optimal accuracy, consistency and organization by using various DAM tools, including Bynder, Experience Manager and Dropbox.
Education
Brooks Institute
Santa Barbara, CA08.2009
Skills
- Digital and film photography
- Studio lighting
- Microsoft Suite
- Adobe Suite
- Color correction
- Client communication
- Metadata management
- Creative direction
- Capture One
- Squarespace
- WordPress
- Axiell Emu
- Digital asset management
Websites
Clients
- NBC Universal
- Macy's
- LoveShackFancy
- Forever 21
- BCBG
- Amex
- Petsmart
- Vogue
- Wilhelmina Models
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Digital Asset Manager
Bishop Museum
04.2024 - 09.2024
Digital Asset Manager
Love Shack Fancy
01.2018 - 07.2023
Digital Technician & Asset Manager
Dean Isidro Photography
03.2012 - 07.2023
Photographer
Self Employed
10.2009 - Current
Brooks Institute
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