Michael Derr
North Kingstown,RI
Summary
Award-winning photographer with over 20 years of experience in the publishing industry. Artistic professional with diverse portfolio and strong editing skills. Deadline-driven content creator who thrives under pressure. Small business owner with excellent customer service skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner / Photographer
Michael Derr Photography
North Kingstown, Rhode Island
01.2020 - Current
- As the owner of a real estate photography business, I photograph residential and commercial properties
- I handle all customer-service related tasks and scheduling
- I am responsible for purchasing and maintaining all photography equipment
Photographer
Independent Newspaper / South County Life magazine
Wakefield, Rhode Island
09.2003 - Current
- As the staff photographer, I shoot news, sports and feature photos for a weekly newspaper and seasonal magazine
- I am responsible for editing digital images, newsgathering and scheduling assignments
Photographer
Newport Daily News / Newport Mercury
Middletown, Rhode Island
01.2012 - 07.2018
- As a staff photographer, I was responsible for shooting news, sports and feature photography for a daily newspaper and lifestyle publication
Photographer
Southern Rhode Island Newspapers
Wakefield, Rhode Island
12.2000 - 09.2003
- As a staff photographer, I was responsible for shooting news, sports and feature photography for a chain of weekly newspapers
Education
Bachelor’s - Journalism
University of Rhode Island
12.2000
Skills
- Photography - 20 years
- Photoshop - 20 years
- Lightroom - 4 years
- Drone pilot - 3 years
Timeline
Owner / Photographer
Michael Derr Photography
01.2020 - Current
Photographer
Newport Daily News / Newport Mercury
01.2012 - 07.2018
Photographer
Independent Newspaper / South County Life magazine
09.2003 - Current
Photographer
Southern Rhode Island Newspapers
12.2000 - 09.2003
Bachelor’s - Journalism
University of Rhode Island
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