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I’m Richard C. Kidd II, a creative professional with more than 20 years of experience in photography, art direction, and design. I own Rick Kidd Photography in Glen Allen, VA, offering fine art, portrait, commercial and aerial (drone) image capture, and I maintain a current FAA Part 107 UAS certification.
In roles across agencies and in-house brand studios—CarMax, Capital One, Rightminds, Circuit City, and others—I’ve built scalable photo workflows, defined brand aesthetics, and led cross-functional shoots. I thrive on collaboration, meeting deadlines, and delivering on-brand visuals that support diverse and authentic storytelling.
Work Experience
Owner / Photographer at Rick Kidd Photography
January 1, 2004 - PresentOwner and photographer providing professional photography services including fine art, portraiture, commercial and aerial (drone) capture. Maintains a current FAA Part 107 UAS certification.
Senior Photographer / Studio Lead at CarMax
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023Pioneered in-house photo capability by establishing and implementing workflow and asset management protocols for still and drone (sUAS) capture. Developed and standardized proprietary CarMax photography aesthetic for brand, .com, social and internal creative products. Led custom shoots collaborating with internal partners to deliver brand-aligned, diverse, authentic imagery.
Senior Associate / Senior Photographer at Capital One
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021Photographer on the Brand Studio; partnered with internal creative teams to provide custom lifestyle and product photography on location and in the studio. Supported marketing with imagery that helped tell Capital One's story with an emphasis on humanity and diversity. Collaborated across lines of businesses and production staff throughout project timelines.
Senior Associate / Art Director at Capital One
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2018Responsible for the strategic and conceptual development of customer-facing and targeted acquisition-based communications in digital and direct mail formats. Proactively led design efforts for Capital One’s flagship Venture and Quicksilver touchpoints.
Art Director at Charles Ryan & Associates
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007Conceptual development, art direction and design of print- and Web-based materials for agency clientele. Part of a brainstorm team involved in shaping strategic and creative direction.
Art Director at Rightminds
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006Conceptual development, art direction and design for agency clientele. Maintained relations with vendors and photographers. Performed press checks when necessary.
Senior Art Director at Circuit City Stores, Inc.
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006Conceptual development and design of Circuit City’s promotional and sales display systems for retail store environments, including merchandising displays, fixtures, wayfinding signage, product support materials and POS. Managed a team of designers and ensured brand standards.
Senior Art Director at PowerPact, LLC
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005Led multi-disciplined efforts for client communications, including displays, POP, in-store signage, posters, fixturing, co-operative advertising and promotions. Involved in conceptual and strategic development of ASM and CRM programs. Responsible for managing freelance designers.
Art Director at Barber Martin Advertising
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2002Directed the design and development of client print and broadcast projects. Collaborated with clients, vendors and account executives throughout the design and production process to create products that were functional and innovative while maintaining schedule and honoring budgetary parameters.
Education
Visual Communications at Art Institute of Atlanta
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Qualifications
FAA Part 107 UAS certification
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Other
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