Erika Zaripova

Available to hire

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing Intern at General Population
March 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Supported social media campaigns and content planning; assisted with rollout plans and client proposals; analyzed user behavior to inform content optimization, contributing to a 20% improvement in engagement.
Technical Assistant, Photo Equipment Resource Center at Parsons School of Design
November 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Operated photo facilities (RISOs inkjet, laser printers), managed equipment rentals for 250+ students, and trained 80+ staff on gear use and maintenance. Coordinated equipment logistics using the Web Checkout system.
Product Photographer Intern at Bernard James Fine Jewelry
May 31, 2022 - July 31, 2022
Collaborated with the marketing team to launch two campaigns increasing web traffic by 30%. Retouched 40+ jewelry images with advanced techniques, improving brand consistency and social media engagement. Created post-production templates saving 2+ hours per week and maintained high-quality imagery.
Social Content Creator at ThinkingBox
January 12, 2025 - December 18, 2024
Produced content (Reels, TikTok, memes) for brands including Tinder Canada, Dr. Oetker, Silver Jeans. Led end-to-end production: concepting, styling, shooting, editing (CapCut, Adobe Suite). Collaborated closely with strategists, producers, and creative directors in brainstorming sessions to pitch original concepts aligned with brand identity. Managed shoot logistics, sourcing props and building shot lists to ensure cohesive visual storytelling. Contributed to client proposals by developing creative concepts and reference decks that reflect each client’s tone and campaign goals.
Freelance Work at Self Employed
June 1, 2021 - Present
Currently freelance Retoucher for Reflex Group Agency Served as Light Technician for Aya Nakamura’s Lancôme campaign at the 2024 Met Gala. Designed and launched fully functional websites for DNE (apparel) and Sarah Ivory (furniture design) using Wix, aligning layout, branding, and UX for optimal performance and aesthetic appeal. Photographed imagery featured in L’Officiel Baltic’s “Surviving as a Photographer in 2023.” Managed and maintained the Shopify website for Nicole Richie’s House of Harlow 1960, including layout updates, seasonal product pages, and ongoing content management.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Photography (Honors); Minor: Fashion Communication at The New School
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography (Honours); Minor: Fashion Communication at The New School
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024

Qualifications

Merit Scholarship, Parsons School of Design
January 11, 2030 - April 21, 2026
Dean's List, Parsons School of Design
January 11, 2030 - April 21, 2026
Merit Scholarship, Parsons School of Design
January 11, 2030 - April 21, 2026
Dean's List (all semesters)
January 11, 2030 - April 21, 2026
Parsons BFA Photography Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - April 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet