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Serena McNeill

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Experienced in delivering high-quality images made with effective client collaboration and post-production editing. Proven ability to deliver impactful photography under tight deadlines, enhancing visual storytelling. Diverse client base and photography styles, mediums, and outputs.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Photographer

Freelance
, WI
01.2022 - Current

* Captured high-quality images for diverse projects enhancing visual storytelling.
* Collaborated with clients to understand vision and requirements, ensuring alignment with photographic outcomes.
* Managed post-production processes including editing, retouching, and color correction to deliver polished final products through Photoshop and Bridge.
* Developed communication strategies to get the best outcome and enjoyment of final product.
* Shoots including engagements, weddings, baby announcements, graduation photos, parties, and more.
* Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
* Showcased diverse photography styles for clients to choose from, increasing portfolio versatility.
* Conducted detailed pre-shoot consultations to understand client needs, leading to highly personalized and satisfactory outcomes.
* Using high quality photo equipment, both for DSLR shooting and lighting purposes.

Professional Associate/Second Shooter

Unplugged Studios
Racine/Milwaukee, WI
01.2018 - Current
  • * Initiated marketing campaigns on social media for events.
    * Communicated with both photographers and subjects in a clear and professional way
    leading to the best final output.
    * Captured high-quality images during shoots, ensuring seamless coverage of key candid and posed moments.
    * Set up equipment and lighting for optimal shots.
    * Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and preferences for each shoot.
    * Edited and processed photographs using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop for final delivery.

Design & Communications Specialist

Faith Community Church
Franklin, WI
10.2024 - 07.2025

* Developed effective digital, web, and email communication campaigns for a diverse audience.

* Designed branding materials, enhancing visual identity for various projects.

* Developed and modernized print materials to better reflect core design principals.

* Utilized Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, etc) to produce high-quality graphics for digital and print media.

* Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.

* Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.

* Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Photography | Design And Visual Communications

University of Wisconsin
Milwaukee

Skills

  • Photo operations
  • Visual storytelling
  • Management
  • Client collaboration
  • Communications
  • Working with children

References

References available upon request.

Portfolio

https://www.serenadesignandphoto.com/

Timeline

Design & Communications Specialist

Faith Community Church
10.2024 - 07.2025

Photographer

Freelance
01.2022 - Current

Professional Associate/Second Shooter

Unplugged Studios
01.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Photography | Design And Visual Communications

University of Wisconsin