Samuel Chase
Photographer/Videographer
Reston,VA
Summary
Dedicated and award-winning Photographer exhibiting true love for craft, art and science of photography process. Seasoned professional at using camera lenses, controls and composition to capture stunning results. Consistently enhancing creative insight through projects and professional workshops.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Store Associate
Lidl
Fairfax, VA
10.2021 - Current
- Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and organizing returns
- Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized and energetic servicing.
- Identified and resolved complex issues by applying advanced analytical and troubleshooting strategies.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
- Managed several departments to exceed company standards
- Used product knowledge, sales abilities and customer relations skills to drive substantial sales increases in bakery and foreign food products.
- Operated manual and electric pallet jacks, safely relocating heavy merchandise on sales floor for timely stocking.
- Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels.
Freelance Photographer/Videographer
Self-employed
Farmville, VA
01.2019 - Current
- Received 2021 Emmy in Non-Fiction - Long Form for "Civil Circuit."
- Published with local and international magazines for photojournalism work on Virginia protests.
- Operated DSLR cameras to create unique and high-quality images.
- Edited photos using the software Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, and Adobe Bridge.
- Archived and organized RAW photographs on computers and external servers.
- Developed compelling images for Civil Rights magazines and companies needing digital artwork and informative graphics.
- Reliably scheduled with prospective clients.
- Attained prospective clients by building interpersonal relationships and utilizing portfolio work to demonstrate competence and style.
Studio Photographer
Lifetouch Portrait Studios
Fairfax, VA
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
- Scheduled studio appointments to shoot wide variety of subjects.
- Positively increased corporate image with unique customer experience and welcoming attitude.
- Completed daily cold calling and outreach to build sales pipeline.
- Displayed excellent sales skills and understanding of how to leverage abilities to exceed quotas.
Marketing Photographer
Longwood University
Farmville, VA
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Coordinated with Longwood's clients and students for interviews on marketable stories and news spreads across digital and print platforms.
- Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
- Experimented with different lighting effects to deliver unique images.
Restaurant Waiter
Uptown Coffee Cafe
Farmville, VA
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Expo Worker
Noodles & Company
Sterling, VA
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
Cashier
Joeys Corner Cafe
Sterling, VA
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Reviewed new promotions and monitored price changes.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Trained team members on cash register operation and cash handling.
- Trained, mentored and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
Longwood University
Farmville, VA 08.2017 - 05.2021
Academic Minor Degree - Photography
Longwood University
Farmville, VA 08.2017 - 05.2021
Skills
Advanced Photo Mechanic expert
Video Editing
Adobe Creative Suite
Digital file creation
Digital Photography
Equipment setup and maintenance
Black and white dark rooms
Creative visionary
Image manipulation
Strong compositional skills
Photojournalism
Gathering information
Excellent communication abilities
Story pitching
Utilizing social media
Editing and proofreading
Leading production crews
Directing experience
Setting up equipment
Pre-Production Planning
Post-production expertise
Teambuilding
Data Entry
Cultural Awareness
Multitasking Abilities
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Reporter support
Quality controls
Event coverage
Troubleshooting
Managing media
Editing stories
Strategic content planning
Error spotting
Video Production
Sound Editing
Accomplishments
- Awarded my university their first student Emmy for my documentary, "Civil Circuit".
- Achieved three first place awards for creative films and documentary through diligent work ethic and research.
- Collaborated with team of 30 in the development of "Our Legacy," an annual magazine about the accomplishments of R.R. Moton school during the civil rights era for equal education in the mid 1900's.
Timeline
Store Associate
Lidl
10.2021 - Current
Studio Photographer
Lifetouch Portrait Studios
08.2021 - 11.2021
Freelance Photographer/Videographer
Self-employed
01.2019 - Current
Marketing Photographer
Longwood University
01.2019 - 08.2021
Restaurant Waiter
Uptown Coffee Cafe
05.2018 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
Longwood University
08.2017 - 05.2021
Academic Minor Degree - Photography
Longwood University
08.2017 - 05.2021
Expo Worker
Noodles & Company
09.2016 - 08.2017
Cashier
Joeys Corner Cafe
08.2015 - 09.2016