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I am Trisha Elizabeth Simmler-Totaro, a photographer and designer with over a decade of experience capturing weddings, families, newborns and editorial work. I co-own K&T Photography LLC and lead a studio that blends creative storytelling with exceptional client service, handling photography, editing, delivery, and branding support for a diverse client base.
Beyond shooting, I teach photography, graphic design and Adobe software programs at the Eastern Center for Arts and Technology and enjoy mentoring young creatives through YMCA programs, helping students develop technical skills and a love for visual storytelling.
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Work Experience
Design, Photography and Illustration Instructional Aide at Eastern Center for Arts and Technology
September 1, 2018 - PresentDelivered instructional content to students in all areas of photography; including camera settings, studio lighting, photo editing, downloading, file storage and maintenance. Teaching Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Lightroom. Creating and implementing written lesson plans consistent with Commercial Art competencies and curriculum. Monitoring and documenting student performance and behavior. Identifying and ordering supplies and materials necessary to deliver an instructional plan. Instructor for summer fun, a three week program for fifth through tenth graders, introducing them to photography, graphic design, Photoshop and Illustrator.
YMCA Summer Camp Counselor at YMCA
June 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023Led weekly photography workshop, teaching campers fundamental camera techniques, composition principles, and post-processing skills. Organized and supervised photo shoots, ensuring campers' safety while fostering creativity and self-expression through photography. Created and implemented written lesson plan.
YMCA Summer Camp Counselor at YMCA
June 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024Led weekly photography workshop, teaching campers fundamental camera techniques, composition principles, and post-processing skills. Organized and supervised photo shoots, ensuring campers' safety while fostering creativity and self-expression through photography. Created and implemented written lesson plan.
Photographer + Co-Owner at K&T Photography LLC
October 1, 2016 - PresentProviding high quality professional photography services for a wide-range of clients, including weddings, engagement, newborn and family sessions. Processing and editing digital files, and delivering collections to clients in a password-protected online gallery. Building, earning, and maintaining a positive reputation of excellent customer service and quality product. Marketing, advertising, and promoting business on website, blog and social media platforms. Maintaining and overseeing small business operations and bookkeeping.
Studio Manager + Photographer at Portrait Innovations
October 1, 2009 - May 1, 2016Managed a staff of employees; oversaw all training and motivating; setting and exceeding sales goals set from our corporate office. Creatively planned and photographed individuals, families, and small groups based on clients needs, while maintaining and adhering to corporate protocols. Provided excellent customer service, and handled any and all customer inquiries and complaints. Hired, trained, and evaluated personnel in sales establishment in accordance to corporate standards. Maintained general studio upkeep, including ordering, inventory, equipment maintenance and cleaning.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Advertising Photography at Rochester Institute of Technology
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008Qualifications
Adobe Certified Expert – Adobe Photoshop 2018
January 1, 2018 - March 27, 2026Industry Experience
Education, Professional Services, Retail, Other
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