Yonrheal Hearn
Memphis,TN
Summary
Creative Photographer talented at experimenting with new approaches, techniques, software and lenses. Thrive under pressure and successful with creativity-focused artistic challenges. Great technical knowledge of light and composition. Exceptional at various photography styles, identifying client needs and providing innovative suggestions. Artistic eye for detail and understanding of how to operate traditional film and digital processes. Also, an experienced Photo Editor adept at refining images to suit client needs and project requirements. Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, skilled in adjusting colors, contrast, and composition. Capable of removing imperfections and adding subtle enhancements for polished results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Photographer
Self Employed
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2019 - Current
- Shoots photos to obtain the appropriate image for final product, including photo capture, post-production, and distribution of digital photography.
- Capturing clients vision within images.
- Fine art, Portraiture, and Product photography.
- Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
The Pet Hospitals
Memphis, TN
09.2024 - Current
- Stocked supplies and medications in the clinic or hospital setting.
- Monitored vital signs of animals under anesthesia.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies in the clinic or hospital setting.
- Performed laboratory tests such as fecal exams, urinalyses, and heartworm tests.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures when necessary.
- Cleaned and maintained veterinary equipment and instruments.
- Observed physical conditions of animals to detect early signs of illness or injury.
- Helped maintain a safe environment for both staff members and animals in the facility.
- Prepared samples for laboratory testing as requested by veterinarian.
- Assisted veterinarians with routine examinations, treatments, and minor surgeries.
- Cared for hospitalized patients by feeding them, providing comfort measures.
- Sterilized surgical tools before and after use.
- Administered medications as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Educated clients on animal health maintenance topics such as nutrition, parasite control, vaccinations.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Tracked and scheduled follow-up appointments for animal treatment.
Ecommerce Photographer
Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Organize and store digital photographs, negatives, and prints in an orderly fashion.
- Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
- Research items that are being photographed.
- Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
- Uploaded digital images for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
- Reviewed sets of photographs to select best work.
- Test equipment prior to use, verifying good working order.
- Researching products to insure that they are worth being photographed.
- Authorizing & Certifying authentic designer materials, brands, and items.
Elevated Photographer (Freelance)
Envoy B2B
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Ecommerce photography – includes working independently on images while photographing on a white or black background, also adding flags when need be for dimming light on product.
- Preparing products for Still & Product photography, primarily footwear.
- Brands include: Merrell, Converse, and Saucony.
- Working more deeply into Capture One with groups, smart albums, capture albums, overlays and folders.
- Working with Compass on organizing the shoes by certain groups.
Photo Retoucher / Editor (Freelance)
Modern Bettie Portrait Boutique
Grand Rapids, MI
11.2022 - 08.2023
- FAQs of clients and getting back to them with rates, dates of sessions, payments/making payment plans, etc.
- Image editing and digital retouching with Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Sharing of images with Studio Manager and given proper details via client for what edits to make.
- Photographing Marketing material for Naughty Bettie (Lingerie store) and posting it to socials media.
- Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
- Performed digital retouching and image editing with Adobe Creative Cloud.
Photographer Assistant
Matthews International
Walker, MI
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Working with different brands such as; Meijer.
- Ecommerce photography – includes image outlining onto white background, preferably product photography with Ecom.
- Food Photography - includes helping shoot food ads for company.
- Set Stylist; helping main photographer with shoots and styling product and/or food involved with shoot.
- Working with Capture One.
Photographer & Studio Assistant
Terzes Photography
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Ecommerce photography – includes working independently on image outlining onto white background and project billing.
- Companies include: Gordon Food Services, GM, and Celebration Cinema.
- Assisting on photo and video shoots with lighting setup, camera setup, audio setup, and equipment maintenance.
- Opening & Closing Studio.
Sales Associate Key Holder
Vera Bradley
Grand Rapids, MI
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Engaging with guest and enhance their experience through product awareness and team selling.
- Treating guests with respect and maintain positive work environment.
- Driving store results through add on selling and conversion that meet guests wants and needs.
- Maintain Vera Bradley brand standards through assistance in visual merchandising excellence.
- Ability to accurately process transactions in professional manner.
- Performed store opening and closing tasks to comply with preset store operations guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art’s Photography
Ferris State University
Grand Rapids, MIAssociate of Arts - Printmaking
Ferris State University
Grand Rapids, MIHigh School Diploma -
Grand Blanc High School
Grand Blanc, MISkills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Microsoft Office
- Location Shooting
- Business Operations
- Image Editing & Retouching
- Digital Photography
- Creative Lighting & Thinking
- Time Management
- Capture One
- Digital Printing
Websites
Timeline
Veterinary Technician Assistant
The Pet Hospitals
09.2024 - Current
Ecommerce Photographer
Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids
03.2024 - 09.2024
Elevated Photographer (Freelance)
Envoy B2B
08.2023 - 09.2023
Photo Retoucher / Editor (Freelance)
Modern Bettie Portrait Boutique
11.2022 - 08.2023
Photographer Assistant
Matthews International
08.2022 - 01.2023
Photographer & Studio Assistant
Terzes Photography
01.2022 - 05.2022
Sales Associate Key Holder
Vera Bradley
01.2022 - 07.2023
Freelance Photographer
Self Employed
05.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art’s Photography
Ferris State University
Associate of Arts - Printmaking
Ferris State University
High School Diploma -
Grand Blanc High School
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