Shena Pridgett
Lewisville
Summary
Dallas based visual artist and content creator bringing imagery for the soul since 2018 with experience in diverse shooting environments including studio and on-location. Specializing in portraits, headshots, events, fashion editorials, food, products, e-commerce, social media/lifestyle, interviews, mini documentaries and music visuals. Strong technical skills highlight ability to utilize both digital and film cameras, along with proficiency in post-production editing software. Successful at building relationships with clients while consistently delivering high quality results. Previous work demonstrates significant impact through capturing unique images that effectively tell compelling stories. 10+ years in retail/customer have also helped cultivate a strong desire for team work, communication, community building, and wanting everyone met to have left with a positive impact.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder/Freelance Photographer/Videographer/Cinematographer
The96Twinz Productions
Dallas
01.2018 - Current
- Managed all aspects of production, from pre- to post-production through mood boards, treatments, shot lists, editing, file processing, etc
- Collaborated with clients to develop creative concepts, ensuring alignment with vision and objectives for impactful projects.
- Utilized advanced editing software like the Adobe suite and CapCut to produce polished video and photo content from larger more detailed projects to quick yet clean social media content.
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships, resulting in repeat business and referrals through exceptional service and quality output.
- Set up lights, backdrops, and props for shoots and events.
- Maintained photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lights, tripods.
- Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.
- Explained price and package details to customers.
- Set up camera control equipment, stands, and tripods for shoots.
- Transported equipment between locations when necessary for onsite photo assignments.
- Collaborated successfully with various personalities and work styles.
- Cropped, manipulated, and performed color balance for final images.
- Scouted locations and curated props for photography shoots.
- Conducted on-location photography sessions, adapting to various environments and lighting conditions.
- Edited and retouched photos using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to enhance image quality.
- Directed models and subjects during photo shoots to capture desired expressions and poses.
- Managed social media platforms, posting engaging content to increase visibility and client engagement.
- Reviewed sets of photographs to select best work.
Retail Crew Member
Netflix House
Dallas
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Maintained store cleanliness and organization by regularly restocking shelves and ensuring merchandise was properly displayed.
- Collaborated with team members to execute promotional displays, increasing customer engagement and boosting sales.
- Assisted in the implementation of new inventory management systems, improving accuracy and efficiency in stock handling.
- Developed strong relationships with regular customers, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere and customer loyalty.
- Utilized point-of-sale systems effectively to manage inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of high-demand products.
- Analyzed sales trends to provide insights on customer preferences, supporting informed decision-making for inventory management.
- Helped customers by answering questions and locating merchandise.
- Enriching customer experience by cultivating core memories around Netflix IPs and beyond.
- Servicing VIP guests from celebrities/personalities from Netflix IPs, company members, or local influencers and reporters/journalists.
Sales Associate/Content Creator
Marcel Market
Dallas
12.2023 - 10.2025
- Collaborated with the sales team to create promotional materials for social media that effectively communicated the unique product benefits, drove customer interest and long-term relationships.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
Photographer/Retoucher
Studio 1
Dallas
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Work with a team of other Photographers, Retouchers, MUAs, Bookers, Model Consultants/Viewers, and Production.
- Utilized advanced retouching techniques to elevate images, ensuring a polished and professional final product.
- Maintained organized digital archives of images, ensuring easy access and retrieval for future projects and client requests.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Set up lights, backdrops, and props for shoots and events.
- Advise on appropriate poses, props, and backgrounds for each shot taken.
Food Photographer
DoorDash
Dallas
02.2020 - Current
- Working with project coordinator at DoorDash or UBEReats for questions and additional contacting.
- Schedule and confirm shoot dates and times with contact at resturaunt.
- Captured high-resolution digital photos of drinks and food items for app listings.
- Ensured that all food items were properly lit and composed before photographing them.
- Editing, file naming and delivering final shots to company for review.
Food Photographer
CaterCow
Dallas
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Working with contact at main (NY) office to schedule shoots
- Booking office space at different locations and ensuring food is delivered to the correct location in a timely matter
- Ensured that all food items were properly lit and composed before photographing them.
- Editing, file naming and delivering final shots to company for review
Summer 2019 Social Media Photography Intern
Dallas Girl Gang
Dallas
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Help organize and plan events for women in Dallas and surrounding areas
- Captured high-quality images for social media campaigns, enhancing engagement and brand visibility across platforms.
- Edited and optimized photographs for digital use, ensuring adherence to brand guidelines and aesthetic standards.
- Assisted in organizing photoshoots, coordinating logistics and creative direction for various promotional events.
- Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.
- Collaborated successfully with various personalities and work styles.
Sales Associate
Forever 21
Grapevine
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Assisted customers in selecting merchandise, enhancing their shopping experience and driving sales through personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor, ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing the shopping environment.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
Cashier/Customer Service
Walmart
Highland Village
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently, contributing to a streamlined checkout experience and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with company standards and enhancing overall store presentation.
- Trained new cashiers on register protocols and customer service best practices, promoting team effectiveness and service quality.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
Sales Associate
Forever 21
Grapevine
08.2015 - 03.2016
- Assisted customers in selecting merchandise, enhancing their shopping experience and driving sales through personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and organized sales floor, ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing the shopping environment.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
Education
Certificate - Digital Film and Video
MediaTech Institute
Dallas, TX 01.2018 - 12/2018
High school diploma or GED -
Skills
- Set Staging
- Adobe Premiere Pro & Lightroom
- Photo Editing
- Photography
- Project Management
- Content Creation
- Production Planning
- Video Production
- Creative Direction
- Photo Retouching
- Video Editing
- Public Speaking
- Food Photography
- Location scouting
- Product Photography
- Food photography
- Lighting techniques
- Composition skills
- Client collaboration
- Social media management
- On-location shoots
- Retouching techniques
- Mood board creation
- Event photography
- File organization
- Photography logistics
- Client communication
- Model direction
- Adobe creative suite
- Social media promotion
- Film photography
Additional Information - Past Current Clients And Partners
- Strike Anywhere Vintage
- Swap Con
- Battlegrounds DTX
- Youth 2 Power
- 5oul Collextion
- GoldenPyramidSunnies
- Topo Chico
- Miller Coors
- Candidly
- Gasman Vapes
- DoorDash
- Chef Max Harding (Detroit Based)
- SoSoGood Cooking
- Galdemode (Boston Based)
- Wealth (Boston Based)
- R&R Naturals
- Curls (Curls on the Runway)
- Dallas Cotillion Club
- Plant Pop
- Dallas Girl Gang
- Cater Cow
- GoldenLight Creative
- Hella Lumpia
- Giorgio Verdi
- Independence Brewing Co
- Good Janes Beauty
- A Posh Experience
- Down to Die
Languages
English, Expert
Timeline
Retail Crew Member
Netflix House
10.2025 - 01.2026
Sales Associate/Content Creator
Marcel Market
12.2023 - 10.2025
Photographer/Retoucher
Studio 1
01.2023 - 02.2023
Food Photographer
DoorDash
02.2020 - Current
Summer 2019 Social Media Photography Intern
Dallas Girl Gang
06.2019 - 08.2019
Food Photographer
CaterCow
05.2019 - 11.2019
Sales Associate
Forever 21
02.2018 - 08.2018
Certificate - Digital Film and Video
MediaTech Institute
01.2018 - 12/2018
Co-Founder/Freelance Photographer/Videographer/Cinematographer
The96Twinz Productions
01.2018 - Current
Cashier/Customer Service
Walmart
03.2016 - 02.2018
Sales Associate
Forever 21
08.2015 - 03.2016