I am a passionate photographer and journalist with over 30 years of experience in media, including print, web, radio, and television. I’ve photographed automotive, fashion, lifestyle, defense, food, pro sports, music, and real estate, delivering compelling visuals and stories from studio shoots to on-site coverage. Beyond the lens, I handle marketing, PR, and content creation, and I’m proficient in social media management, postproduction, and editorial writing. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments and love turning ideas into impactful campaigns and publications.…

Jay Canter

I am a passionate photographer and journalist with over 30 years of experience in media, including print, web, radio, and television. I’ve photographed automotive, fashion, lifestyle, defense, food, pro sports, music, and real estate, delivering compelling visuals and stories from studio shoots to on-site coverage. Beyond the lens, I handle marketing, PR, and content creation, and I’m proficient in social media management, postproduction, and editorial writing. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments and love turning ideas into impactful campaigns and publications.…

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I am a passionate photographer and journalist with over 30 years of experience in media, including print, web, radio, and television. I’ve photographed automotive, fashion, lifestyle, defense, food, pro sports, music, and real estate, delivering compelling visuals and stories from studio shoots to on-site coverage.

Beyond the lens, I handle marketing, PR, and content creation, and I’m proficient in social media management, postproduction, and editorial writing. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments and love turning ideas into impactful campaigns and publications.

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English
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Work Experience

Photojournalist, Marketing & PR at Jay Canter Photography/HighRevPhotos
June 1, 1995 - Present
Internationally used professional Photographer and Journalist with experience across automotive, fashion, defense, food, and lifestyle sectors. Handles photography, postproduction, editorial/tech/story writing, and day-to-day business tasks including accounts payable/receivable and social media.
Content Creator at UN12 Magazine
March 1, 2019 - Present
Content creation for a top-quality firearms and defense publication. Shooting studio and on-site photography of custom firearms, classes, products, and other defense industry items. Content and technical editorial writing for published stories; building brand awareness.
Photographer at Retro-Rifle Clothing
March 1, 2025 - Present
Capture high-quality images of clothing items for e-commerce, socials, and marketing materials. Shoot lifestyle and campaign images featuring live models in studio and on location; post-production to fit brand aesthetics; collaborate with creative team.
Photographer at Barrett-Jackson Automotive Auction Co.
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Lead auction photographer capturing studio images of cars for auctions, publications, PR/media, and web; oversaw photography servers to organize, label, and edit images.
Creative Director at Curtis Johnson Real Estate Team
May 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
In-house photography and video lead; coordinate with contracted editors for marketing content; develop marketing ideas to expand social media reach.
PDI Technician at Electra Meccanica Vehicles
January 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Received inspection of electric vehicles from overseas manufacturer; multi-point inspections including test drives; assist delivery prep team for client delivery.
Remote Assistance Advisor at Cruise Automation/GM
March 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Remotely assist self-driving vehicles in real time; provide UI feedback to engineers to improve platform usability and safety.
Media/Marketing Manager at Torrent Suppressors
February 1, 2020 - March 1, 2021
Manage day-to-day social media posts, marketing, PR requests from dealers, and build brand awareness among end users and dealers.
Development Vehicle Operator at Uber ATG (Advanced Technology Group)
July 1, 2017 - June 1, 2018
Road test self-driving vehicle technology; assess software and vehicle performance in real-world conditions and provide feedback to UI/engineering teams.
Photographer at Earnhardt Auto Group
December 1, 2016 - July 1, 2017
Photographed new and used vehicles for multiple dealerships; conducted data entry for web listings; improved vehicle shot percentages through meticulous asset management.
Media/Marketing Director at Rehv Clothing
October 1, 2012 - March 1, 2016
Directed media and marketing for automotive lifestyle brand; led product/model photography, posters, ads, and look books; secured exposure with major racing teams.
Program Director at KQCA Channel 58 TV
July 1, 1998 - March 1, 1999
Created TV show run and episode schedules; communicated schedules/synopses to press; coordinated satellite transmission for program delivery.

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Real Estate & Construction, Retail

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