Vincent Tran
San Jose
Summary
Dynamic freelance wedding photographer with a proven track record at Hella Good Photos, excelling in high-pressure environments. Expert in Adobe Lightroom and asset organization, I deliver stunning visuals while ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication and adaptability. My keen attention to detail enhances every project, making each moment unforgettable.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Wedding Photographer
Hella Good Photos
01.2013 - Current
- Photograph full-day wedding events in fast-paced, high-pressure environments where precision, adaptability, and reliability are critical.
- Execute capture workflows independently, making real-time decisions around exposure, focus, lighting, and color accuracy in uncontrolled conditions.
- Collaborate closely with clients and vendors while adhering to timelines and shot lists, adapting quickly to changing conditions.
- www.hellagood.day
Assistant Photo Editor
The Hollywood Reporter
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Supported photographers and editors by researching, validating, and organizing photographic assets for editorial use.
- Assisted with image quality checks including focus, exposure, and overall usability prior to publication.
- Maintained organized asset libraries to ensure accuracy, consistency, and discoverability.
Freelance Photo Editor / Retoucher
Industry Art Works
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with studio clients including Netflix, Amazon Studios, and Hulu to streamline photo editing and retouching workflows.
- Identified image inconsistencies and delivered detailed visual markups for senior editors' review.
- Organized incoming media, implementing precise file naming conventions and metadata to meet client specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Television, Film & Media Studies
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2018
Skills
- Digital photography
- Photoshop
- Adobe Lightroom Classic
- Capture One
- Photo Mechanic
- Color correction
- Image quality review
- Asset management
- Asset organization
- Workflow fundamentals
- Project coordination
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
Websites
Personal Information
Title: Junior Photo Digitech / Photo Editor / Retoucher
Technical Skills
Adobe Lightroom Classic, Photoshop, Capture One (foundational / working proficiency), Photo Mechanic, File naming conventions, metadata application, asset organization, Image quality review (focus, exposure, color), Studio and on-location workflow fundamentals, Supporting tethered capture and post-production pipelines, Highly detail-oriented and organized, Fast learner with strong technical curiosity, Calm, collaborative, and receptive to feedback
Languages
Vietnamese
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Photo Editor
The Hollywood Reporter
06.2021 - 08.2021
Freelance Photo Editor / Retoucher
Industry Art Works
01.2021 - 06.2021
Freelance Wedding Photographer
Hella Good Photos
01.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Television, Film & Media Studies
California State University, Los Angeles