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.

Sherri Johnson

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.

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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. 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.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Architectural Photographer at CoStar Group
May 1, 2021 - November 1, 2024
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 at ZenHouse Collective
July 1, 2018 - Present
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 at Sherri J Photography
July 1, 2012 - Present
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 at Cassiday Studios
August 1, 2008 - October 1, 2012
Supervised the hiring, training, and performance of 15 digital retouch artists, enhancing team efficiency. Managed the production of 35,000 school portraits over a 4-month period, achieving high-quality results under tight deadlines.
Photo Editor at VHT Studios
May 1, 2007 - February 1, 2017
Edited 50+ residential listings weekly, increasing visual engagement through advanced color correction and retouching. Maintained a 99% accuracy rate in following brand guidelines for photo composition, brightness, and color consistency. Used Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop to transform raw HDR images into market-ready property photos.

Education

Bachelor's Degree at Northern Illinois University
January 11, 2030 - June 29, 2026

Qualifications

FAA Part 107 Drone Certified
August 1, 2019 - June 29, 2026
California Real Estate License
April 1, 2025 - June 29, 2026
Good Gallery SEO Workshop
September 1, 2019 - June 29, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services