I'm Reji John, a Studio Manager and Senior Photographer with a decade of experience across e-commerce, food, architecture, and lifestyle shoots. I specialize in conceptual shoots, high-end fashion photography, and 3D visualization, managing end-to-end production from set design to post-production. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning complex briefs into visually compelling campaigns. As a co-founder of VR-1 Studio and a leader at Shapes Defined, I guide creative programs, coordinate teams of photographers and editors, and keep clients aligned with timelines and quality. I continuously chase new techniques and tools to push the artistic edge while delivering reliable, scalable results.

Reji John

I'm Reji John, a Studio Manager and Senior Photographer with a decade of experience across e-commerce, food, architecture, and lifestyle shoots. I specialize in conceptual shoots, high-end fashion photography, and 3D visualization, managing end-to-end production from set design to post-production. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning complex briefs into visually compelling campaigns. As a co-founder of VR-1 Studio and a leader at Shapes Defined, I guide creative programs, coordinate teams of photographers and editors, and keep clients aligned with timelines and quality. I continuously chase new techniques and tools to push the artistic edge while delivering reliable, scalable results.

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I’m Reji John, a Studio Manager and Senior Photographer with a decade of experience across e-commerce, food, architecture, and lifestyle shoots. I specialize in conceptual shoots, high-end fashion photography, and 3D visualization, managing end-to-end production from set design to post-production. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning complex briefs into visually compelling campaigns.

As a co-founder of VR-1 Studio and a leader at Shapes Defined, I guide creative programs, coordinate teams of photographers and editors, and keep clients aligned with timelines and quality. I continuously chase new techniques and tools to push the artistic edge while delivering reliable, scalable results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Studio Manager at Shapes Defined
February 1, 2024 - Present
Managed a team of 7-8 photographers in an ecommerce studio, oversaw pack shot automation and 360-degree video production; managed in-house editors and international edit farms; tracked progress, ensured edits met client deadlines, and maintained consistent quality; collaborated with account management and sales to create quotes and cross-selling strategies.
Co-founder/Content Head at VR-1 Studio
January 1, 2014 - Present
Develop creative programs and shoot concepts aligned with client brand strategy; lead creative sessions for project kick-offs; handle shoots for Landmark, Jumeirah, Anantara, Gant, La-Senza, Squatwolf, Nautica, US Polo and Aeropostale; shooting around 1200 products/week with a 2-day turnaround.
Senior Photographer at Ferrari Tributo F8 AlTayer Motors
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Shot high-end automotive campaigns and product imagery for Ferrari Tributo F8 line; collaborated with advertising and production teams.
Senior Photographer at Landmarkshopsonline.com
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014
Executed photo shoots for seasonal campaigns and e-commerce imagery; liaised with models, stylists, and makeup artists; cooperated with Advertising Production teams to support campaign photography.
3D Visualizer / Architectural Photographer at DSA (Dubai South African Architects)
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012
Coordinated with the Design Director to prepare 3D images and models; oversaw daily activities of the design team and progress; developed concept boards and presentations; planned on-location shoots; archived photographs.
3D Visualizer / Architectural Photographer at Northpoint Architects
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Coordinated with the Design Director on 3D images and models; planned on-location shoots; archived assets.
3D Visualizer / Architectural Photographer at Design One Dubai
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2007
Developed 3D perspectives of exteriors and interiors; coordinated the 3D team; modeling, rendering, quality checks and realistic walkthroughs for Interiors and Exteriors; organized a large library of art assets.

Education

Bachelor of Electronics at Calicut University
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005
Diploma in 3D Animation at CGAC
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2004

Qualifications

Employee of the Month (First Award)
September 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Artist of the Month (Second Award)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Employee of the Month (Third Award)
March 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services