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Samantha "Reyez" Hangsleben

Springfield,USA

Summary

Professional photographer with a strong focus on capturing high-quality images for publication. Experienced in collaborating with teams to ensure seamless project execution and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in photo editing, lighting, and composition, with a keen eye for detail. Reliable and results-driven, excelling in fast-paced environments. Managed multiple schools and clubs simultaneously, and excelled in each club and school. Mental health topics are a passion and highly interest me.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Photographer

Priority Photos
Glen Carbon, IL
08.2021 - Current
  • Maintained organization of photographic equipment, ensuring readiness for upcoming assignments.
  • Learned best practices for capturing high-quality images across various settings and subjects.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing photo editing software tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.
  • Served a diverse range of industries, including weddings, corporate events, fashion shoots, and family portraits.
  • Tailored photography packages to meet unique needs of each client, resulting in high client satisfaction rates.

Volunteer

First Presbyterian Church of Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
08.2018 - 07.2025
  • Participated in the Handbell Choir's performances.
  • Managed the audio and sound system during services.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Represented the organization positively and professionally while providing the community with much-needed services.

Yearbook Editor

The Tiger
Edwardsville, IL
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Mentored junior staff in photography techniques, improving image quality and diversity throughout the publication.
  • Checked photographs on eDesgin for errors or unauthorized content.
  • Organized photography support for individual student pictures and club imagery.
  • Improved production timelines by consistently meeting deadlines for all stages of yearbook development.
  • Minimized errors in final product by conducting multiple rounds of thorough proofreading prior to sending pages off for printing.

Student Researcher

Lewis and Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL
08.2024 - 04.2025
  • Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing research projects and ensure a comprehensive knowledge base.
  • Contributed to presentations by preparing visual aids and articulating key research outcomes clearly.
  • Maintained organized documentation of research processes, ensuring compliance with institutional guidelines.
  • Navigated complex ethical considerations, ensuring all research practices adhered to the highest standards.
  • Interviewed police officers and retired officers about their mental health and views on mental health within the CJ system.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Western New England University
Springfield, MA
05.2028

Associate of Arts - Arts

Lewis And Clark Community College
Godfrey, IL
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Edwardsville High School
Edwardsville, IL
05.2025

Skills

  • Photo editing
  • Problem solving
  • Advanced camera skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Deadline management
  • Strategic planning
  • Project management
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Organizational skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Interpretation of findings

Projects

Mental Health Among Officers, Researched about mental health among officers, due to the strain of world events that happened within the last forty years. "PTSD + Burnout = A Messy Retirement," and "The Importance of Mental Health Among Active and Retired Officers."

Languages

German, Limited Working

Accomplishments

1st for State 2025 in Photo Story Telling, 3rd for Sectionals in Photo Story Telling, 1st for SISPA 2025 in Photo Story Telling, 1st for SISPA 2024 in Photo Story Telling, 1st for Sectionals 2024 in Photo Story Telling, 5th for State 2024 in Photo Story Telling, 2nd for Sports Photo at SISPA Virtual Submission 2024, 1st for Illinois Journalism Education Association 2024 in Best News of Feature Photo, Tied 1st for State 2024, and Best Photographer of the Deadline 2021.

Websites

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student Researcher

Lewis and Clark Community College
08.2024 - 04.2025

Yearbook Editor

The Tiger
08.2023 - 05.2025

Photographer

Priority Photos
08.2021 - Current

Volunteer

First Presbyterian Church of Edwardsville
08.2018 - 07.2025

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Western New England University

Associate of Arts - Arts

Lewis And Clark Community College

High School Diploma -

Edwardsville High School

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