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Sherri Johnson

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Hi, I’m Sherri Johnson, a creative and results-driven photographer with 20+ years of experience in portrait, wedding, events, branding, and real estate photography.

About

Hi, I’m Sherri Johnson, a creative and results-driven photographer with 20+ years of experience in portrait, wedding, events, branding, and real estate photography. I excel at visual storytelling, creative direction, client relations, and streamlined post-production workflows that elevate brand presence and deliver impactful visual content.

Since 2012 I’ve photographed 300+ weddings, 400+ portrait sessions, and 5,000+ residential and commercial properties for Realtors, designers, and architects. I deliver exceptional client experiences and referral-based growth through relationship-building, marketing, and sales. In 2021 I joined CoStar Group as an Architectural Photographer, producing high-volume photo and video assets across the Los Angeles market, maintaining excellence in quality, efficiency, and safety, and I’m proudly ranked among the top 3% of remote drone pilots in my first year.

  • 19 years' experience
  • Joined June 2026

Industry experience

  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 5 roles

Architectural Photographer · CoStar GroupMay 2021 – Nov 2024 · 3 yrs 7 mos

Produced hundreds of photo and video assets weekly of properties for Apartments.com and Homes.com, supporting a monthly audience of 20 million. Reached the top 3% of remote drone pilots worldwide in a year, while maintaining safety and professionalism in a dense urban market. Managed responsibility as driver of a company Tesla and over $25k of camera equipment.

Real Estate Photographer · ZenHouse CollectiveJul 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 5 mos

Captured high-quality interior and exterior real estate photography, aerial drone, and floorplans for luxury residential properties across Los Angeles, tailored for MLS listings, social media, and property websites. Delivered final assets using Adobe Creative Suite with an 8-hour turnaround, producing magazine-quality visuals for high-end marketing.

Owner / Photographer · Sherri J PhotographyJul 2012 – Present · 14 yrs 5 mos

Photographed over 300+ weddings in Southern California with an average client sale of $4,500, delivering priceless memories for couples. Photographed 5,000+ residential properties for realtors, designers, and architects in Los Angeles, helping homes sell faster and for top dollar. Focused on exceptional client experiences and referral-based growth through relationship management, marketing, and sales.

Lead Color Corrector · Cassiday StudiosAug 2008 – Oct 2012 · 4 yrs 3 mos
Photo Editor · VHT StudiosMay 2007 – Feb 2017 · 9 yrs 10 mos

Education

Bachelor's Degree · Northern Illinois University2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards

FAA Part 107 Drone Certified2019 – 2026
California Real Estate License2025 – 2026
Good Gallery SEO Workshop2019 – 2026

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