Professional Photography
Paul Stanton
Professional Photographer
San Juan Capistrano,CA
Summary
Professional Corporate and Freelance Photographer, with over 26 years of experience, excels in commercial, aerial, and event photography. Skillfully blends account management and sales capabilities, evidenced by surpassing sales targets and capturing market-leading visuals for real estate and corporate events. Dedicated to leveraging photographic expertise and strategic media solutions to enhance client engagement and market presence.
Overview
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Construction Materials Sales & Marketing
Work History
Real Estate Photographer/Videographer/Drone Pilot
WindowStill Real Estate Media
01.2022 - Current
- Boost client sales by creating compelling property visuals that accentuate unique features
- Capture transformative real estate imagery, positioning client properties ahead of market trends
- Elevate market presence by producing high-impact visuals for real estate listings
- Specialize in delivering top-quality photographs and videos for real estate properties
- Utilize drones to capture unique and appealing aerial shots of properties
- Ensure precision in photo composition, aligning with client branding and aesthetic goals.
- Passionately advocate for the use of advanced imaging tech to enhance property visibility.
- Drive property interest by integrating dynamic video content in listings.
Corporate Account Manager
PPG Architectural Coatings
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Exceeded sales goals by 15% via strategic account leadership
- Orchestrated innovative solutions to conquer market hurdles, expanding market presence
- Guided junior team members, fostering enhanced performance and skill growth
- Optimized contract review procedures, reducing potential risks and conflicts
- Surpassed revenue targets by spearheading key account strategies.
- Mentored new staff, significantly improving team skills and morale.
Western Region Sales Manager
PPG Architectural Coatings
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Spearheaded recruitment, hiring, and training processes for a dynamic team of 18 territory managers
- Oversaw sales operations across a six-state region, encompassing 187 Lowes stores
- Implemented innovative strategies to boost sales performance and productivity
- Resolved complex sales challenges, enhancing regional market penetration
- Significantly improved sales metrics within the Western region
- Streamlined training processes for enhanced team efficiency in 6 states.
- Pioneered innovative sales strategies, expanding market reach.
- Elevated Western region sales by optimizing team performance and strategic outreach.
Regional Sales Manager
Sherwin Williams / ML Campbell
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Drove a 20% annual increase in sales by leveraging analytical skills and strategic distribution
- Captured new business opportunities through detailed market analysis
- Enhanced customer experience and product knowledge through tailored training programs
- Oversaw a team of 18+ territory managers, ensuring optimal performance and results
- Boosted regional sales by 20% via strategic partnerships and training initiatives.
- Expanded sales channels to include commercial builders, driving significant revenue growth.
- Analyzed market trends to capitalize on emerging opportunities in furniture and millwork sectors.
- Implemented innovative sales strategies, increasing customer retention by 10%.
- Led product launches that penetrated two new key markets, increasing market share.
Sales Director / Area Manager
Universal Flooring Systems
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Directed A&D specification sales in major healthcare facilities
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders in hospitals and medical centers
- Implemented innovative sales strategies to drive business growth
- Solved complex sales challenges in a competitive market
- Significantly increased revenue through strategic sales initiatives
- Championed a dynamic sales approach that energized and grew the healthcare portfolio significantly.
- Analyzed market trends to tailor dynamic sales solutions in healthcare.
West Region New Construction Sales Manager
ICI / Glidden Paints
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Managed daily sales operations for ICI Paint’s New Home Construction Division in the western region
- Secured and maintained regional and national builder accounts through collaborative efforts
- Administered exclusive use contracts, showcasing authoritative contract management skills
- Identified and addressed potential operational issues, demonstrating problem-solving abilities
- Increased sales in the western region, positively impacting the company’s revenue
- Led regional sales, boosting builder account retention and contract exclusivity.
- Pioneered sales strategies, significantly expanding market presence in the West.
- Oversaw contract administration, ensuring precise compliance and execution.
Director of Sales, National Builder Accounts
Frazee Paint
01.1994 - 01.2004
- Directed Frazee’s New Home Construction Sales & Marketing Division
- Implemented innovative sales strategies, boosting market share
- Created a supportive work environment, enhancing team morale and productivity
- Addressed operational bottlenecks, improving overall efficiency
- Elevated national sales by 20% through strategic market analysis and leadership.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, reducing employee turnover by 15%.
- Forecasted industry trends, steering the company towards untapped markets successfully.
- Pioneered dynamic pricing models, capturing key customer segments.
- Enhanced team skills through targeted training, boosting performance.
New Construction Sales Director/Manager
Old Quaker Paint Company
01.1986 - 01.1994
- Secured and managed regional and national home builder accounts
- Established exclusive use contracts, enhancing business growth
- Implemented innovative sales techniques to drive revenue
- Pioneered sales strategies that became benchmarks within the new home construction industry.
- Orchestrated a visionary sales approach that redefined client engagement in the construction sector.
- Analyzed market trends to guide strategic sales planning and execution in the construction field.
- Boosted regional sales by aligning team goals with market demands.
- Drove product development based on detailed market analysis.
Lead Staff Photographer
General Dynamics Pomona Division
01.1978 - 01.1986
- Demonstrated visionary leadership as Lead Staff Photographer
- Achieved high-quality results in challenging environments
- Utilized analytical skills to improve photographic techniques
- Supported corporate objectives with persuasive visual storytelling
- Managed comprehensive photo documentation for advanced defense projects.
- Delivered high-quality event coverage, enhancing corporate visibility and branding.
- Ensured precision in project specs, meeting stringent divisional standards.
- Trained junior photographers, enhancing team skill levels and project outcomes.
- Maintained high compliance with all project specifications, ensuring top-quality deliverables.
- Optimized photo archiving process, boosting retrieval efficiency by 30%.
Education
Bachelor of Biological Sciences Program - Biology/Animal Science, Pre-Vet Medicine
Cal Poly Pomon
Pomona, CA01-1983
Bachelor of Photographic Arts - Industrial Scientific Photography and Motion Picture
Brooks Institute
Santa Barbara, CA01-1978
Skills
- Image editing
- Client communication
- Aerial photography
- Drone operation
- Virtual tour creation
- Photography expertise
- File organization
- HDR photography
- Visual storytelling
- Social media strategy development
- Organizational skills
- Real estate
Security
Top Secret Clearance Level I at General Dynamics
Timeline
Real Estate Photographer/Videographer/Drone Pilot
WindowStill Real Estate Media
01.2022 - Current
Corporate Account Manager
PPG Architectural Coatings
01.2019 - 01.2022
Western Region Sales Manager
PPG Architectural Coatings
01.2016 - 01.2018
Regional Sales Manager
Sherwin Williams / ML Campbell
01.2010 - 01.2015
Sales Director / Area Manager
Universal Flooring Systems
01.2008 - 01.2010
West Region New Construction Sales Manager
ICI / Glidden Paints
01.2005 - 01.2008
Director of Sales, National Builder Accounts
Frazee Paint
01.1994 - 01.2004
New Construction Sales Director/Manager
Old Quaker Paint Company
01.1986 - 01.1994
Lead Staff Photographer
General Dynamics Pomona Division
01.1978 - 01.1986
Bachelor of Biological Sciences Program - Biology/Animal Science, Pre-Vet Medicine
Cal Poly Pomon
Bachelor of Photographic Arts - Industrial Scientific Photography and Motion Picture
Brooks Institute