ANDREW KARN
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
I am a committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Photographer
Cavalier King Photography
Fort Wayne, IN
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted pre-shoot meetings with clients to determine their desired outcomes.
- Captured high quality images of products for use in advertisements and catalogs.
- Facilitated general office operations by scheduling appointments, keeping books and ordering supplies.
- Set up, mounted or installed photographic equipment and cameras.
- Created artificial light using flashes and reflectors.
- Conducted on-location photography sessions, adapting to various environments and lighting conditions.
- Managed social media platforms, posting engaging content to increase visibility and client engagement.
- Utilized advanced lighting techniques to achieve optimal exposure and mood in photographs.
- Managed photography studio equipment, scheduling maintenance and upgrades as needed.
- Edited and retouched photos using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to enhance image quality.
Photographer
Cyclone Bicycle Supply
Fort Wayne, IN
01.2018 - 06.2024
- Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
- Conduct interviews with subjects of a photoshoot to ensure comfort level during the session.
- Review proofs with clients to determine which images should be printed or published.
- Advise on appropriate poses, props, and backgrounds for each shot taken.
- Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
- Train assistants on proper use of photography equipment and techniques used in the industry.
- Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
- Assist in planning setup of shoots including location scouting.
- Collaborate with art directors, stylists, makeup artists as part of a team effort.
- Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
- Work closely with editors and designers to create desired effects in post production editing.
- Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.
- Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
- Set up lights, backdrops, and props for shoots and events.
- Set up camera control equipment, stands, and tripods for shoots.
- Managed photography studio equipment, scheduling maintenance and upgrades as needed.
- Managed social media platforms, posting engaging content to increase visibility and client engagement.
- Provided photography services for corporate events, capturing key moments and branding materials.
- Edited and retouched photos using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to enhance image quality.
Social Media Marketing Specialist
Club soda
Fort Wayne, IN
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Created, curated, and managed all published content.
- Monitored and reported on feedback, insights, and customer engagement metrics.
- Managed daily presence in social networking sites including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.
- Organized events to increase brand awareness online.
- Created and published news and promotional content to increase fan engagement and channel growth.
Cook
Club Soda
Fort Wayne, IN
03.2006 - 01.2018
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Purdue University
Fort Wayne01-2018
Skills
- Food safety
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Kitchen operations management
- Food and beverage operations
- Food service
- Mixology
- Cooking
- Inventory
- Social media management
- Product photography
- Retouching and color correction
- Equipment preparation
- Lighting expert
- Digital marketing
Timeline
Commercial Photographer
Cavalier King Photography
07.2024 - Current
Photographer
Cyclone Bicycle Supply
01.2018 - 06.2024
Social Media Marketing Specialist
Club soda
01.2014 - 01.2018
Cook
Club Soda
03.2006 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality And Tourism Management
Purdue University
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