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Samuel Carrillo

Summary

Dedicated Photographer with extensive experience in various photography styles, identifying client needs and providing innovative suggestions. Adaptable and flexible team player. Innovative with comprehensive understanding of camera settings, lighting techniques and digital editing tools. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Photography Assistant

Pixel Rated Media
06.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced photo quality by adjusting lighting and camera settings for optimal results.
  • Collaborated with photographers to compose visually striking images and video for various projects such as the Chicago Bulls Entertainment Media Team.
  • Streamlined workflow by organizing and maintaining photography equipment, ensuring quick access during shoots.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing timely assistance in setting up and breaking down photo sessions.

Event Photographer

Vibrant Things
05.2022 - Current
  • Captured memorable moments by skillfully photographing various events, including weddings, birthday celebrations, and social gatherings.
  • Achieved consistent image composition using expert knowledge of lighting techniques both natural light sources as well as supplementary studio equipment.
  • Increased repeat business by building strong relationships with clients and providing exceptional customer service throughout the event photography process.
  • Kept photography equipment available, clean and working.

Photographer

Samuel Carrillo Photography
11.2018 - Current
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality photographs for various events and projects.
  • Captured stunning images for weddings, engagements, product photography, and fashion portraits, beauty portraits, modeling agencies, and more, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing photo editing software tools like Adobe Photoshop, Capture One, and Davinci Resolve.
  • Built a diverse portfolio by working with clients across multiple industries, showcasing versatility and adaptability.
  • Managed all aspects of the photography business, from scheduling shoots to invoicing clients, demonstrating strong organizational skills.

Education

Skin Retouching

Retouching Academy
Retouchingacademy.com

Pro Beauty Retouching

Retouching Academy
Retouchingacademy.com

Social Media Marketing Certification

Tai Lopez
Tailopez.com

Bachelors - Business Administration

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
05.2017

Skills

  • Retouching and Color Correction
  • Shot Composition
  • High-quality Equipment Handling
  • Lighting Techniques
  • Color Theory
  • Video Editing
  • Attention to Detail
  • Client Communication
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Team Collaboration
  • Product Photography
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Website Design

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of four artists in the development of editorial spread, Tigers Eye, for a publication on Marika Magazine on February 2021.
  • Collaborated with team of three artists in the bridal campaign for Jules Fleming Artistry. Bridal campaign photographs were published on the online platform, Canvas Rebel for Meet Jules Fleming on November 2023.

Timeline

Photography Assistant

Pixel Rated Media
06.2022 - Current

Event Photographer

Vibrant Things
05.2022 - Current

Photographer

Samuel Carrillo Photography
11.2018 - Current

Skin Retouching

Retouching Academy

Pro Beauty Retouching

Retouching Academy

Social Media Marketing Certification

Tai Lopez

Bachelors - Business Administration

Illinois State University
Samuel Carrillo