Jen Saavedra

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I’m Jen Saavedra, a multidisciplinary photographer, designer, and educator based in Washington, DC and Philadelphia.

About

I’m Jen Saavedra, a multidisciplinary photographer, designer, and educator based in Washington, DC and Philadelphia. Over the years I’ve built a practice that blends brand development, visual storytelling, and community outreach for independent venues, small businesses, and non-profits. My work spans photography, art direction, installation, and digital media, with a hands-on approach to content creation, branding, and educational programs.

In addition to generating visual content and managing social media for brands, I volunteer with industry organizations, teach photography, and curate exhibitions. I’m passionate about connecting creative communities, mentoring students, and developing accessible, impactful work that supports independent venues and cultural initiatives.

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Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Education
  • Professional Services

Projects · 8

Flat lay of fashion and accessory objects for URBN. photo photography ecommerce fashion flatlay

  • Art Director
  • Photographer

Spec shoot campaign for the Running Lights Beverage brand that included two locations, edited and colored photography and videography that I produced, shot and edited. photographer branding videographer socialmedia photo editor producer photoeditor videoeditor

  • Artist
  • Photographer
  • Videographer

Spec shoot campaign for the Running Lights Beverage brand that included two locations, edited and colored photography and videography that I produced, shot and edited. photographer branding videographer socialmedia photo editor producer photoeditor videoeditor

  • Artist
  • Photographer
  • Videographer

Spec shoot campaign for the Running Lights Beverage brand that included two locations, edited and colored photography and videography that I produced, shot and edited. photographer branding videographer socialmedia photo editor producer photoeditor videoeditor

  • Artist
  • Photographer
  • Videographer

Spec shoot campaign for the Running Lights Beverage brand that included two locations, edited and colored photography and videography that I produced, shot and edited.

  • Colourist
  • Creative Producer
  • Director of Photography
  • +3

Short form film produced for NAMZ custom Throttle Body Cover. directorofphotography video advert filmdirector videoeditor

  • Colourist
  • Director of Photography
  • Filmmaker
  • +4

Short form film produced for Badlands Illuminator Module video advert filmdirector videoeditor shortform

  • Artist
  • Photographer
  • Videographer

Work experience

Brand, Marketing Director and Photographer · CrowbarApr 2015 – Present · 11 yrs 8 mos

As Brand, Marketing Manager and Photographer at Crowbar, I am responsible for strategic social media planning, ticketing, event planning, lifestyle and event photography, graphic design, copywriting, and content creation. I provide management and support of website identity, analytic research, and development of visual and written content. This includes working with software such as WordPress, Photoshop, HTML, CSS, Lightroom, Audition, Wirecast, OBS, Mailchimp, Premiere Pro, and more while communicating with a wide range of clients, talent, staff and patrons. Duties include social media planning, direction, lifestyle and event photography, graphic design, copywriting, and content creation. I provide management and support of website identity, analytic research, and development of visual and written content.

Photographer, Creative Director · RM88Dec 2010 – Present · 16 yrs

I produce creative deliverables and management for brand development of SMBs. Specializing in photography, lighting, editing, live streaming production, av production, art direction, graphic design, social media management, copy writing and short film production. Technical software includes Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator, Capture One, Premiere Pro, WordPress, HTML, CSS, Hubspot, Mailchimp, OBS, Modul8, and Wirecast. Clients include motorsports eCommerce, independent music venues, non-profit organizations, and small businesses. Management of complete digital asset lifecycle. AV production and equipment management.

Education

MFA - Photography, Film, Installation Arts · Pratt Institute2020 – 2025
MFA Advanced Studies: Art History, Fine Arts · La Universidad Iberoamericano2030 – 2025
BA - Photography, Film, Installation Arts · University of South Florida1993 – 1997

Certifications and awards

CAH FELLOWSHIP GRANTEE2023 – 2025
CAH PROJECT GRANTEE2023 – 2025
CAH FELLOWSHIP GRANTEE2024 – 2025
CAH PROJECT GRANTEE2024 – 2025

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