I am an image-focused creative professional with 5+ years of experience producing, editing, standardizing, and delivering high-quality visual assets across digital platforms. I have a strong background in Photoshop-based image processing, digital asset organization, quality control, and high-volume, deadline-driven workflows.

Ethan Risley

I am an image-focused creative professional with 5+ years of experience producing, editing, standardizing, and delivering high-quality visual assets across digital platforms. I have a strong background in Photoshop-based image processing, digital asset organization, quality control, and high-volume, deadline-driven workflows.

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I am an image-focused creative professional with 5+ years of experience producing, editing, standardizing, and delivering high-quality visual assets across digital platforms.

I have a strong background in Photoshop-based image processing, digital asset organization, quality control, and high-volume, deadline-driven workflows.

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Work Experience

Associate Photographer at CoStar Group / Homes.com
July 1, 2024 - Present
Produce and deliver high-volume, platform-ready image assets for residential and commercial listings, adhering to strict technical, quality, and turnaround standards. Capture, edit, and standardize photography, 3D virtual tours, and exterior imagery to support multi-platform digital distribution. Perform detailed image processing, color correction, and quality checks to ensure consistency across asset sets. Manage a dedicated territory while meeting tight production schedules and operational deadlines. Collaborate cross-functionally with scheduling, dispatch, research, sales, and management teams to prioritize deliverables and ensure asset readiness. Independently manage asset workflows while adhering to company compliance, safety protocols, and quality benchmarks.
Freelance Event & Commercial Photographer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2021 - July 1, 2024
Delivered end-to-end visual content for commercial and branded clients, from capture through final delivery. Edited, retouched, resized, and optimized image assets for marketing, digital, and social media platforms. Maintained organized image libraries with consistent file naming, formatting, and delivery standards. Served as lead photographer for large-scale events, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality, reusable assets.
Photographer / Sales Representative at Van Gogh School Photographers
February 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Supported client communication and scheduling to ensure seamless delivery of image products. Executed high-volume portrait photography emphasizing consistency, efficiency, and quality control. Managed image capture workflows and equipment to meet production schedules.
Sports Portrait Photographer at Image Tech Photography
June 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023
Assisted in high-volume portrait sessions with on-site lighting setup and image quality assurance. Supported image composition, retouching, and final output consistency across large participant groups.
Cashier & Customer Attendant at Hilltop Cleaners
May 1, 2018 - August 1, 2020
Provided consistent customer service while managing transactions, order tracking, and issue resolution. Maintained accurate intake, tagging, and quality control of customer items in a fast-paced service environment.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design
August 1, 2020 - December 1, 2023

Qualifications

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Drone License)
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment