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Sashya Bland

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Renowned for elevating visual narratives, I've honed my craft as a Personal Photographer for Opal Lee and in other esteemed roles, mastering digital editing and client collaboration. My portfolio, enriched with awards and a diverse skill set from photojournalism to studio management, showcases a commitment to excellence and innovation in photography, achieving significant client satisfaction and engagement.

Offering strong foundation in visual storytelling and creativity, with eagerness to learn and grow in this field. Brings understanding of lighting principles and digital photography techniques. Ready to use and develop skills in composition and photo editing within Photography role.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Photographer for Opal Lee

Unity Organization
12.2023 - Current
  • Captured high-quality images for diverse projects, ensuring visual storytelling excellence.
  • Improved client satisfaction by delivering professionally edited images on time.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and translate it into compelling photographs.
  • Enhanced portfolio with diverse photography styles, expanding creative expertise.
  • Developed photography concepts for creating impactful visual stories.
  • Optimized lighting and composition to elevate image quality.
  • Achieved recognition in local exhibitions, showcasing artistic photography skills.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing photo editing software tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.

Photographer

Rita Gramham
01.2017 - 12.2023
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
  • Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire process from initial consultation to delivery of final products.

Photographer

Jcpenny
01.2001 - 09.2023
  • Conducted pre-shoot consultations to discuss clients' needs and preferences for optimal results.
  • Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
  • Implemented backup strategies for photo shoots, ensuring no critical moments were missed due to equipment failure.
  • Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in high rate of repeat business.
  • Collaborated with graphic designers to create visually cohesive marketing materials.
  • Expanded service offerings by integrating drone photography, meeting growing demand for aerial shots.
  • Managed social media accounts, showcasing portfolio and attracting new clients through engaging content.
  • Developed structured archiving system for photo storage, ensuring easy access and organization of thousands of images.
  • Maintained photography equipment, ensuring gear was in optimal condition for all shoots.
  • Fostered creative environments during shoots, making subjects feel comfortable and natural, which improved photo quality.
  • Cultivated diverse portfolio that showcased versatility across various photography genres, attracting broader client base.
  • Achieved consistent quality in challenging lighting conditions, utilizing expert knowledge of lighting equipment and techniques.
  • Increased social media engagement with captivating images that told compelling stories.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by leading workshops on advanced photography techniques and software.
  • Tailored photography packages to meet unique needs of each client, resulting in high client satisfaction rates.
  • Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing cost-effective solutions for photography equipment and software.

Personal Photographer

DeCory Brown
01.2018 - 12.2022
  • Captured high-quality images for client events, ensuring satisfaction with delivered product.
  • Improved image editing skills by utilizing advanced software tools.
  • Developed artistic vision with creative photo compositions, enhancing portfolio diversity.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their needs, delivering tailored photography solutions.
  • Managed scheduling for shoots, optimizing time and maximizing client engagement.
  • Edited photos for clarity and impact, improving final product presentation.
  • Built rapport with clients, facilitating relaxed and authentic photo sessions.
  • Experimented with different photographic styles to expand creative range and versatility.
  • Achieved client loyalty by consistently producing exceptional photographic work.
  • Conducted location scouting to identify ideal settings for photo shoots.
  • Coordinated with event planners to seamlessly integrate photography into event timelines.
  • Improved post-production efficiency with streamlined workflow processes.
  • Selected appropriate lenses and settings for various lighting conditions, ensuring optimal image quality.
  • Archived photographs for long-term storage and retrieval, preserving client memories.

Photographer

Key2Life Media Group
01.2018 - 12.2022
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire process from initial consultation to delivery of final products.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing deadlines and maintaining excellent organization.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing photo editing software tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.

School News Photographer

Art Institute of Atlanta
01.2005 - 12.2007
  • Captured compelling images to engage and inform audience.
  • Documented live events for creating visual stories.
  • Enhanced visual storytelling by collaborating with reporters.
  • Produced high-quality photographs, using advanced camera equipment.
  • Provided visual content for enhancing news coverage.
  • Archived photos for future reference and publication needs.
  • Improved visual appeal of stories with creative photography.
  • Enhanced media coverage quality with expert photo editing skills for print and digital platforms.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics as set forth by management while delivering high-quality images for publication use.
  • Captured compelling news stories by utilizing advanced photography techniques and equipment.
  • Collaborated closely with reporters, editors, and producers to create visually appealing content that complemented written stories.
  • Achieved recognition from peers and supervisors through numerous awards received for outstanding work in photojournalism.
  • Improved overall visual appeal of the news website by curating eye-catching photo galleries that showcased diverse topics and themes.
  • Maximized visual storytelling potential by collaborating with graphics teams and incorporating multimedia elements into news coverage.
  • Employed strong communication skills to coordinate with team members during live broadcast events for seamless integration of visuals into programming.
  • Promoted positive public perception of the news organization through community engagement at events and on social media platforms.

Photographer

L4
01.2003 - 05.2005
  • Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Handled lighting, composition and photo styling.
  • Produced multiple views of each product.
  • Consistently met project objectives through meticulous attention to detail in both shooting and editing processes, ensuring the final product aligned with client specifications.
  • Enhanced product appeal by executing high-quality photography and editing techniques.
  • Streamlined workflow for faster project completion by implementing efficient organization and time management strategies.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, ensuring the delivery of cutting-edge imagery in line with market expectations.
  • Obtained approval from clients to reshoot images.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Photography

Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Clarkston
Highschool
05-2003

Associate of Arts - Photography

University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI
05-2001

Skills

  • Portrait photography
  • Lighting techniques
  • Digital editing
  • Camera operation
  • Color correction
  • Image retouching
  • Photo shoot planning
  • Client collaboration
  • Photojournalism skills
  • Composition skills
  • Product photography
  • Event photography
  • Studio management
  • Portfolio development
  • Technical photography
  • Image processing
  • Photography workshops
  • Commercial photography
  • Social media content
  • Lighting setup
  • Creative problem-solving
  • High-resolution imagery
  • Real estate photography
  • Fashion photography
  • Photojournalism ethics
  • Photo composition
  • Photo restoration
  • Photography marketing
  • Photo editing
  • Problem-solving
  • Adobe photoshop
  • Social media
  • Digital photography
  • Retouching and color correction
  • Advanced camera skills
  • Creative artistic vision
  • Adobe creative suite
  • Creative visionary
  • Social media marketing
  • Client relations
  • Visual design
  • Night photography
  • Shot composition
  • Composition techniques
  • Food photography
  • Photojournalism
  • Marketing and branding

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Personal Photographer for Opal Lee

Unity Organization
12.2023 - Current

Personal Photographer

DeCory Brown
01.2018 - 12.2022

Photographer

Key2Life Media Group
01.2018 - 12.2022

Photographer

Rita Gramham
01.2017 - 12.2023

School News Photographer

Art Institute of Atlanta
01.2005 - 12.2007

Photographer

L4
01.2003 - 05.2005

Photographer

Jcpenny
01.2001 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Photography

Art Institute of Atlanta

High School Diploma -

Clarkston

Associate of Arts - Photography

University of Hawaii At Manoa

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