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Susan Werner

Susan Werner

Photographer
Tucson,AZ

Summary

Renowned Professional Advertising and Editorial Photographer, having completed assignments for major national and international record companies and publishing companies.

Extensive experience working with a wide variety of challanging personalities and teams of art directors and clients under time and other constraints.

Hiring, directing and motivating crews to handle make-up, prop styling and lighting.

Artistic and creative professional with strong portfolio and outstanding computer and people skills.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Photographer

Self-employeed
Los Angeles, CA
01.1995 - 02.2024
  • Accepted assignments for major national and international publications such as Rolling Stone, Forbes, Time, Newsweek, The NY Times, and others during 30 years as a professional photographer in Los Angeles.
  • Demonstrated expertise in portrait photography showcased through a portfolio available at WernerPhoto.com.
  • Provided diplomatic direction to subjects, models, stylists and makeup artists in high pressure situations, on a daily basis.
  • Edited photos using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom software programs.
  • Prepared estimates for clients based on project requirements and budget constraints.
  • Performed post-production tasks such as retouching images or creating special effects.
  • Communicated effectively with colleagues throughout the entire process of completing a project..
  • Hired, trained and supported team of staff photographers, freelancers and photo assistants.
  • Worked with design team to align photography with project specifications.
  • Uploaded digital images for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.

Customer Service Manager

Ivey Seright Photo Lab
Seattle, WA
01.1993 - 01.1995
  • Ensured prompt resolution of customers' inquiries via phone, email or chat support channels.
  • Managed the development of a comprehensive knowledge base used by team members when responding to customers' queries.
  • Liaised with other departments such as photo lab printing, to ensure smooth functioning of all activities related to customer service operations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Hamilton College
Clinton

Skills

  • WernerPhotocom

Timeline

Professional Photographer

Self-employeed
01.1995 - 02.2024

Customer Service Manager

Ivey Seright Photo Lab
01.1993 - 01.1995

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Hamilton College
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