Sophie Horgan
Menomonie,WI
Summary
A highly skilled photographer and designer with a true eye for the arts and an immense passion for all things creative, set apart by a pure talent to produce compelling visual narratives with original and intentional stylization. Known to be a dedicated and focused worker with outstanding attention to detail and time management skills, a quick learner and out of the box thinker. Expertise in editorial and creative content production and extremely refined technical skills in photography, graphic design, post-production editing, and more.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Photographer
Self-employeed
2021 - Current
- Captured high-quality images for diverse client projects, ensuring alignment with creative vision.
- Edited and retouched photographs using Camera Raw and Adobe Creative Suite to enhance visual appeal and establish creative narratives
- With seven years of photography experience in a number of styles—including portrait, fashion, editorial, family, athletic, theater, documentary photography, and more—I primarily specialize in editorial, fashion, studio, and creative portraiture
- Accomplished with various personal projects, including a gallery featuring photographs around a theme "What is Femininity," and two fashion/editorial focused magazines
News Reporter and Photojournalist
Inter County Leader
Frederic, WI
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Attended various events and collected information to craft efficient and creative articles under strict deadlines
- Researched and verified facts for articles, ensuring accuracy and credibility of published content.
- Produced eye catching and high quality photography to compliment stories
- Proactive and flexible to unpredictable circumstances and new roles
Sales Associate and Merchandiser
Family Pathways Thrift Store
Lindstrom, MN
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Kept a tidy and organized store while finding new creative ways to highlight and display merchandise
- Tended to customers with a positive attitude, maintaining a positive reflection of the company's image and values
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems and standard company routines, ensuring efficient checkout flow
- Put away merchandise and organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
University of Wisconsin, Stout
Menomonie, WI01-2029
Skills
- Photography (Editorial, Fashion, Portraiture, etc)
- Graphic design background
- Creative photo manipulation
- Image retouching and color correction mastery
- Adobe Creative Suite
- RAW file processing
- Strong visual storytelling
- Branding and marketing
- Attention to detail
- Problem Solving
- Time management
- Independent direction and collaborative adaptation
Other Roles
- School Primary Photographer (4 years)
- FBLA Public Relations Officer (2 years)
- FBLA Graphic and Web Design State (3x) and National (1x) Qualifier
- School Newsletter Staff (2 years)
- National Honors Society (3 years)
- Forensics Speech and Debate (4 years)
Timeline
Sales Associate and Merchandiser
Family Pathways Thrift Store
06.2025 - 08.2025
News Reporter and Photojournalist
Inter County Leader
06.2024 - 08.2025
Freelance Photographer
Self-employeed
2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
University of Wisconsin, Stout