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Morgan Jackson

Morgan Jackson

Photographer
Chicago,IL

Summary

Detail-oriented Photographer offering expertise in marketing and project management. Gifted at capturing stunning found moments. Experienced at on-location shooting, studio set-ups, and working with high-profile clientele. Exhibiting true love for the art of visual storytelling. Bringing 5 years of related experience.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Producer

Manny Reel Films
Chicago, IL
08.2021 - Current
  • Collaborate with creative directors + screenwriters to make collective vision for films + commercials.
  • Establish project implementation by managing production from ideation through completion.
  • Identify target audiences; Research, develop + pitch stories that reflect unique sensibilities of various brands through compelling long + short-form videos.
  • Increase job success by teaming with other creative staff to determine final project ideas, plan creative scenarios for branding + execute complex video productions.
  • Set up shoots according to style preferences, production schedules, weather + lighting conditions + available equipment.

Chief Operating Officer

Lucid Special Engagements
Chicago, IL
05.2018 - 10.2021
  • Performed account management, client communication, contract negotiation for 100+ inquiries per year.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths + assigned tasks based upon experience + training.
  • Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas + style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
  • Scheduled + booked all logistics for shoots, working closely with clients + vendors.
  • Coordinated, planned + produced stunning wedding photography + videography for satisfied clients.
  • Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures + maximize team performance.

English Teacher

TAPIF
Montpellier, France
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Successfully improved French-speaking students' English grammar + vocabulary levels through verbal + interactive activities.
  • Taught 20 lessons per week to over 360 students throughout 6 distinct grade levels.
  • Developed dynamic language arts lesson plans for pre-adolescent students to cultivate English comprehension, supplement standard curriculum + meet learning needs.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies + led diverse, engaging group activities to enhance learning concepts, promote student engagement + build interest in learning.

Photographer & Videographer

Manny Reel Films
Chicago, IL
05.2017 - 08.2021
  • Created original photo + video marketing materials, collaborating with brand producers, designers + art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
  • Completed complex on-location + studio shoots at indoor + outdoor venues for vast number of high-profile clientele.
  • Optimized quality of final product by determining subject position, props + lighting while selecting camera angles to compose + frame unique shots.
  • Edited photos + videos, for various digital projects, to reflect brand creativity + high-quality production.

Project Manager

Lucid Creative Agency
Chicago, IL
05.2017 - 04.2020
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission, namely producing video + photoshoots.
  • Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes + budget constraints by solving complex problems + working closely with senior leaders.
  • Fostered relationships with vendors to promote positive working relationships.
  • Assisted in managing yearly interns, overseeing personnel + assisting in meeting quality targets.
  • Tracked project + team performance to quickly manage mistakes + prevent delays.
  • Discussed brand progression in monthly managers' meetings, brainstorming ideas for company growth + project efficiency.

Camera Operator

Scrappers Film Group
Chicago, IL
02.2019 - 09.2021
  • Filmed + recorded audio for weekly ChiHackNight events.
  • Operated 4K cameras during live production, recorded footage + resolved any technical issues.
  • Adjusted + controlled camera equipment, calculating composition, lighting, shutter angles, camera distances + shot factors to maintain high-quality shooting.
  • Interacted with guests + event coordinators while remaining focused and professional at all times.

Photographer

Lifetouch Preschool Portraits
Chicagoland Area, IL
10.2017 - 01.2019
  • Produced school portraits for subjects aged 6 months to 6 years, capturing memorable moments from various difficult subjects.
  • Photographed high-quality images for print + digital sources.
  • Determined + adjusted subject position, fabricated camera mounts + set up appropriate props, backdrops + lighting to optimize final product.
  • Inspected proofs to verify quality + determine needed adjustments + retouches.
  • Organized school accounts + managed customer service to maximize business success.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Journalism

Northwestern University
Evanston, IL
2016

Skills

  • Google
  • Nike Chicago
  • Wilson Tennis
  • TIDAL
  • Mark Anthony Group, owners of White Claw and Mike’s Hard Lemonade
  • Roots Canada
  • Hennessy
  • Patron
  • Amuse
  • Revolt TV
  • Illinois Education Association

Timeline

English Teacher

TAPIF
10.2021 - 05.2022

Producer

Manny Reel Films
08.2021 - Current

Camera Operator

Scrappers Film Group
02.2019 - 09.2021

Chief Operating Officer

Lucid Special Engagements
05.2018 - 10.2021

Photographer

Lifetouch Preschool Portraits
10.2017 - 01.2019

Photographer & Videographer

Manny Reel Films
05.2017 - 08.2021

Project Manager

Lucid Creative Agency
05.2017 - 04.2020

Bachelor of Science - Journalism

Northwestern University

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