Ryan Alberts
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
Professional photographer with strong expertise in capturing and editing high-quality images. Known for creativity, technical skills in various photography equipment, and post-processing software. Track record of paid and volunteer photography, plus experience mentoring children and teens with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Seeks to contribute to a workplace and gain new experience. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams, adapt to changing project needs, and consistently deliver impactful visual content.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Photographer / Event and Portrait Photography
Freelance Photographer
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Scout locations for photoshoots
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Set up and adjust lighting
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
Multimedia Intern
ESF Camps & Experiences
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Engaged in photography and video content creation.
- Preserved precious memories for families with professional portraits of their children at camp.
- Strengthened camp branding through consistent visual storytelling using engaging imagery from events.
- Managed digital archives to maintain organized file management system of images and video clips.
- Organized digital files efficiently, allowing for easy access and retrieval of specific images when requested.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting photography techniques to suit various lighting conditions and environments.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
Hockey Mentor
Montgomery Cheetahs Special Hockey
01.2020 - 01.2023
- On-ice mentor for hockey players with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Provide 1:1 support with skating and shooting drills, encourage athletes, manage behaviors
- Assist coaches with equipment set-up and tear-down
Medicaid Waiver Technician
Celebrate Ability/Self Directed Services
01.2021 - Current
- Provide 1:1 support for autistic older sibling
- Carry out treatment plan for sibling to achieve goals in daily living, recreation, community integration, behavior management
- Keep accurate records and enter session notes daily
Education
College - Photographic & Imaging Arts
Rochester Institute of Technology
12.2024
Grade 12 -
Wheaton High School Engineering Magnet
01.2023
Skills
- Photography
- Photojournalism
- Studio lighting
- On-site lighting
- Photo editing
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Graphic design
- 3D Design
- Project management
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Leadership
- Writing
- Social Media
- MS Office
- Spreadsheets
- Google Drive
- Dropbox
Timeline
Multimedia Intern
ESF Camps & Experiences
05.2024 - 08.2024
Freelance Photographer / Event and Portrait Photography
Freelance Photographer
01.2023 - Current
Medicaid Waiver Technician
Celebrate Ability/Self Directed Services
01.2021 - Current
Hockey Mentor
Montgomery Cheetahs Special Hockey
01.2020 - 01.2023
Grade 12 -
Wheaton High School Engineering Magnet
College - Photographic & Imaging Arts
Rochester Institute of Technology
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