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Education
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Samantha Pennine

Pittsburgh
Samantha Pennine

Summary


Attentive, self-driven digital photo editor with a strong foundation in visual aesthetics and creative problem-solving. Successful at industry-standard color correction, retouching, and image enhancement and well-versed in the Adobe Creative Suite. Ready to excel in a collaborative environment and both use and develop skills in visual editing and client communication in a new full-time role.

Overview

7
years of professional experience

Work History

Samantha Taylor Photography

Owner and Sole Photographer
01.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Full-time portrait photographer and digital image editor with expertise in capturing compelling images and enhancing them through industry standard post-processing techniques to achieve a high-quality product.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations and administrative tasks including, but not limited to: marketing, customer service, bookkeeping, social media content, etc.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency through the use of Adobe software such as Lightroom and Photoshop.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.

Fly Over Properties

Real Estate Photographer
06.2020 - 10.2021

Job overview

  • Independently traveling and meeting up to 6 real estate agents a day to complete professional interior and exterior photography of properties.
  • Worked quickly and efficiently to complete each project in order to be prompt and on-time to following appointments.
  • Remained flexible and open-minded to ensure a collaborative approach to meeting each client's vision and personal requests.
  • Provided professional image retouching services that improved the overall aesthetic appeal of each property listing.
  • Developed a consistent visual style across all projects, enhancing brand identity and recognition per company guidelines.

Jacob Ash Holdings

Clothing Product Photographer
07.2019 - 03.2020

Job overview

  • Prepped and photographed clothing products per industry standard for use in catalogs, social media, and eCommerce websites such as Amazon, Dick's Sporting Goods, Kohls, and more.
  • Consistently met project objectives through meticulous attention to detail in both shooting and editing processes, ensuring the final product aligned with client specifications.
  • Collaborated with the marketing team to create print products and catalogs with the help of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
  • Effectively balanced multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and adaptability in fast-paced environments.

Syndigo

Remote Product Photographer
04.2018 - 07.2019

Job overview


  • Independently photographed grocery and retail products in a studio setting with technical accuracy for use on eCommerce platforms.
  • Served as the primary point of contact in Pittsburgh , responsible for representing the company and maintaining direct communication with their client to ensure project success and client satisfaction.
  • Maintained active correspondence with supervisors and client managers via phone, chat, and email reports.


Education

Point Park University
, Pittsburgh, PA

BFA from Photography
01.2017

University Overview

  • Presedential Scholarship Recipient
  • Relevant Coursework: Graphic Design & Digital Image Editing
  • magna cum laude graduate

Skills

  • Project management
  • Problem-solving
  • Professional photo editing
  • Retouching and color correction
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Color theory
  • Graphic design knowledge
  • Superb attention to detail
  • Strong compositional skills
  • Excellent communication

Timeline

Real Estate Photographer

Fly Over Properties
06.2020 - 10.2021

Clothing Product Photographer

Jacob Ash Holdings
07.2019 - 03.2020

Remote Product Photographer

Syndigo
04.2018 - 07.2019

Owner and Sole Photographer

Samantha Taylor Photography
01.2018 - Current

Point Park University

BFA from Photography
Samantha Pennine