My Skillset and Resume
Computer Hardware
I have experience building and managing IT infrastructure optimized specifically for content creation (photography and video). This includes building PC and Macintosh systems for editing and rendering final products, as well as managing network systems for redundant storage solutions and reliable turnaround times. I’m a believer in using technology and information systems to improve the quality of work while also decreasing wasted time from faulty and poorly-managed hardware.
Content Creation Software
I have experience using industry-standard software for importing, editing, manipulating, and exporting content for online and hard-copy publishing. I am proficient in professional software from the Adobe Suite, including Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, and InDesign. I also have experience using Blackmagic Design’s Davinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere, and Adobe Media Encoder for video work.
Photography and Video Gear
As a freelancer, I have learned to diversify my knowledge and familiarity with several different camera and lens ecosystems. I have experience shooting on DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, and lenses made by Canon, Nikon, Sony, Blackmagic Design, Olympus, Fuji, Sigma, and Tamron. I shoot in RAW formats whenever possible for better results in post-processing and appropriate image/video manipulation.
My Work Experience
I have experience working in multiple roles as a photographer and videographer. I am currently the primary freelance photographer for the Seal Beach Sun, Catalina Islander, and Event-News Enterprise publications in the Los Angeles/Orange County region. My activity with these publications has consisted of shooting protests, sporting events, COVID-19 activity, and other current events for their online and paper publications since January 2019. I also spent a majority of 2020 diversifying my photography and video skills. This included working for a non-profit chruch organization, as I directed their team in creating daily and weekly online video productions. My freelance work has included everything filming and streaming online funeral services during the pandemic from photographing weddings and portraits; I love doing it all.
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My photojournalism philosophy and workflow
I’ve always stressed the importance of editing all of my content to ensure the highest quality of work; however, my photojournalism philosophy focuses on capturing people and places in an authentic way. Authenticity in my news photography is important in establishing a genuine representation of the story. In an era where images and videos can be altered to convey alternative tones or false meanings, I make a point to ensure every edit I make holds true to the circumstance and environment that it was captured in.
The world of journalism revolves around creating interesting and accurate content, often in the backdrop of a strict timetable. Weekly and even daily publications often require writers and photographers to produce quality work on a tight schedule. To meet this demand, I leverage technology and information systems solutions to help decrease turnaround times while maintaining the quality of my work. I utilize a range of IT and software that helps accelerate my workflow, such as custom built networks and computers to efficiently meet short deadlines.