Tyler Hagen
Sherman Oaks,CA
Summary
Creative leader with 10+ years of experience directing high-impact visual content across fashion, editorial, and e-commerce. Skilled in building brand narratives through photography, video, and design. Proven ability to lead campaigns from concept to execution with a focus on cultural relevance and visual storytelling.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Photographer & Art Director
01.2014 - Current
- Produced branded campaigns, editorials, and e-commerce shoots.
- Led creative direction and production for in-studio and on-location projects.
- Delivered digital assets for social, web, and print distribution.
- Clients include LA Weekly, Sorella Boutique, Weedmaps, Yung Reaper, Body by Raven Tracy
Senior Photographer & Lighting Technician
Fashion Nova
Los Angeles, CA
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Led creative and technical execution of high-budget editorial campaigns.
- Art directed shoots featuring complex visuals (e.g., submerged cars, live flamingos).
- Pitched campaign concepts to executives and creative leadership.
- Elevated e-commerce imagery through lighting innovation and on-brand execution.
- Managed high-volume studio production for both editorial and product photography.
Senior Photographer & Videographer
Dolls Kill
Los Angeles, CA
07.2017 - 10.2022
- Directed photo and video content for campaigns and e-commerce.
- Developed creative decks and collaborated with Art Directors and stylists.
- Maintained consistency across high-volume image output.
- Spearheaded studio improvements and brand-aligned visual refreshes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Cinema Production
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA08-2011
Skills
- Art and photo direction
- Creative direction
- E-commerce photography
- Visual storytelling
- Campaign development
- Studio management
- Lighting techniques
- Photo editing
- Post-processing skills
- Problem solving
- Video editing
- Advanced camera operation
- Color theory
- Editorial production
- Studio lighting and rigging
- On-model e-commerce photography
- Capture One proficiency
- Adobe Creative Suite expertise
Filmmaking
- Writer and Director of the short horror film "Sewing Machine"
- Audience Award at Los Angeles Movie Awards
- Official Selection: Chatt-Film Fest / Prisma Rome Festival - "Finalist" / Bite-Nite Festival / Los Angeles Movie Awards
Timeline
Senior Photographer & Lighting Technician
Fashion Nova
10.2022 - 05.2024
Senior Photographer & Videographer
Dolls Kill
07.2017 - 10.2022
Freelance Photographer & Art Director
01.2014 - Current
Associate of Arts - Cinema Production
Saddleback College
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