I bring a diverse expertise, creativity, and a strong work ethic at every workplace. With experience in photography and videography, I have worked in various roles combining technology and creativity to produce high-quality visual content.…

Chikara Yoshida

I bring a diverse expertise, creativity, and a strong work ethic at every workplace. With experience in photography and videography, I have worked in various roles combining technology and creativity to produce high-quality visual content.…

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I bring a diverse expertise, creativity, and a strong work ethic at every workplace. With experience in photography and videography, I have worked in various roles combining technology and creativity to produce high-quality visual content.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Advanced
Samoan
Fluent

Work Experience

Real Estate Photographer Trainee at Urban Angles
August 1, 2025 - November 2, 2025
Responsible for capturing real estate images, enhancing the presentation of properties through photography.
Digital Photography Operator at DatacomIT
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Operated digital scanning cameras to preserve significant heritage information using Capture One software for postproduction.
Manager and Primary Photographer/Videographer at CY Photography
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Planned and organized varied shoots including weddings, portraiture, and other events while managing a team.
Manager and Primary Photographer/Videographer at CY Photography - Melbourne/Samoa
December 1, 2005 - December 1, 2025
Planned, organised and led shoots for various events including weddings, portraits, and real estate, while managing staff and editing projects.
Manager at CY Photography - Samoa at CY Photography
December 1, 2005 - December 1, 2025
Handled client communications and sales, managed a team of photographers, and ensured the quality of photography and videography.
Lead Videographer at CY Photography - Samoa
December 1, 2002 - December 1, 2025
Planned and led video projects, including wedding documentaries and professional interviews.
Manager and Designer at Samoa Memorial Headstone
December 1, 2012 - December 1, 2025
Managed daily sales, designed headstones and oversaw all production operations.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Environmental at University of Auckland
January 1, 2004 - November 2, 2025
Certificate of Attainment at National University of Samoa
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Bachelor of Engineering - Environmental at University of Auckland
January 1, 2004 - April 1, 2026

Qualifications

Driving Licence
October 1, 2023 - May 27, 2035

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Government

Skills

Experience Level