Hi, I am Eric Hernandez. I’m a senior commercial photographer and producer with 30+ years of experience leading still and motion productions for major consumer brands. I excel at turning concepts into lit, on-brand visuals, coordinating crews, talent, locations, and post to deliver campaigns that resonate. I thrive in collaboration with marketing teams and cross-functional partners, manage budgets and timelines, and maintain brand consistency from concept through delivery. I’m seeking a Chief Photographer/Producer role with a full-service brand where I can blend creative direction, production leadership, and hands-on photography.

Eric Hernandez

Hi, I am Eric Hernandez. I’m a senior commercial photographer and producer with 30+ years of experience leading still and motion productions for major consumer brands. I excel at turning concepts into lit, on-brand visuals, coordinating crews, talent, locations, and post to deliver campaigns that resonate. I thrive in collaboration with marketing teams and cross-functional partners, manage budgets and timelines, and maintain brand consistency from concept through delivery. I’m seeking a Chief Photographer/Producer role with a full-service brand where I can blend creative direction, production leadership, and hands-on photography.

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Hi, I am Eric Hernandez. I’m a senior commercial photographer and producer with 30+ years of experience leading still and motion productions for major consumer brands. I excel at turning concepts into lit, on-brand visuals, coordinating crews, talent, locations, and post to deliver campaigns that resonate.

I thrive in collaboration with marketing teams and cross-functional partners, manage budgets and timelines, and maintain brand consistency from concept through delivery. I’m seeking a Chief Photographer/Producer role with a full-service brand where I can blend creative direction, production leadership, and hands-on photography.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder / Executive Producer & Lead Photographer at LOOK Photography, Orange County, CA
January 1, 2000 - Present
Led still and motion photography production for major clients in lifestyle, architecture, activewear, travel, and consumer products. Managed full campaign execution including concept, pre-production, casting, crew coordination, set design, shooting, post-production, and delivery. Booked and supervised stylists, digital technicians, hair and makeup artists, and freelance photographers. Developed asset management systems for studio archiving and client delivery. Delivered imagery and content across commercial, social media, e-commerce, editorial, and large-scale advertising platforms.
CEO / Founding Partner at LOOK Photo Agency
December 31, 2014 - July 17, 2025
Co-led a team of 10 commercial creatives specializing in high-end photography for hospitality, luxury real estate, and product marketing. Served clients in California and Hawaii producing campaigns and custom stock libraries for brands and tourism boards. Managed client relationships, budgets, and studio workflow across multiple locations.
CEO / Lead Photographer at LIVEDin Stock Photo Agency
December 31, 2009 - July 17, 2025
Built one of the largest architectural and interiors stock libraries in the U.S., distributed via Corbis, Getty, Masterfile, Adobe Stock, and over 60 partners worldwide. Led global production and image licensing operations serving national and international creative markets.
Commercial Photographer at Eric Hernandez Photography
December 31, 2000 - July 17, 2025
Started career shooting agency models and lifestyle campaigns for fashion and outdoor brands. Produced travel and tourism content leading to ongoing brand work and educational roles at Brooks Institute.

Education

BA at Brooks Institute of Photography, Santa Barbara, CA
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services