I am a self taught photographer with a strong drive for success and high attention to detail. I value capturing in camera what I can to speed up post-production and believe in strong teamwork with open collaboration, a mindset I learned in my consulting days. I have built a career around adapting to changing technologies and client needs, from freelance photography for food and beverage brands to running a production-minded studio. My background in sales and consulting informs my client management, helping me address questions and feedback objectively to reach satisfying outcomes for both sides, while planning and delivering commercial projects on time and on budget.

Alwin Widjaja

I am a self taught photographer with a strong drive for success and high attention to detail. I value capturing in camera what I can to speed up post-production and believe in strong teamwork with open collaboration, a mindset I learned in my consulting days. I have built a career around adapting to changing technologies and client needs, from freelance photography for food and beverage brands to running a production-minded studio. My background in sales and consulting informs my client management, helping me address questions and feedback objectively to reach satisfying outcomes for both sides, while planning and delivering commercial projects on time and on budget.

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I am a self taught photographer with a strong drive for success and high attention to detail. I value capturing in camera what I can to speed up post-production and believe in strong teamwork with open collaboration, a mindset I learned in my consulting days.

I have built a career around adapting to changing technologies and client needs, from freelance photography for food and beverage brands to running a production-minded studio. My background in sales and consulting informs my client management, helping me address questions and feedback objectively to reach satisfying outcomes for both sides, while planning and delivering commercial projects on time and on budget.

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Experience Level

Language

Indonesian
Fluent
French
Beginner
Korean
Beginner
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Photographer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2020 - November 25, 2025
Pivoted from a production house to develop photography and marketing photo services for clients in the food and beverage industry. Focused on capturing high-impact visuals in-camera to streamline post-production and improve turnaround. Built a flexible freelance practice underpinned by sales and consulting experience to manage client expectations with transparent, collaborative communication.
Executive Producer at Shiroku Indonesia
January 1, 2019 - November 25, 2025
Founded and led a production house to create commercial videos and provide creative services for direct clients and agencies. Directed a diverse team of creatives, balancing client interests and budgets while ensuring timely delivery. Funded, planned, and produced six successful commercial productions with budgets ranging from Rp 300 million to Rp 1 billion.
Head of Special Projects at Adikarya Utomo
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Led consulting, sales, training, and service support for clients in the pulp and paper industry. Managed regular sales of spare parts and capital equipment averaging €800,000 - €1,000,000 annually. Built and maintained brand recognition and market share for key brands, while assessing risk to prevent unexpected costs and misalignment with mill conditions.
Consultant at South Korea
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2002
Business development advisor for two small startups. Gained valuable cross-border experience dealing with partner disagreements, networking, and personal growth.
Tax Advisor at KPMG
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000
Part of the expatriate tax group in Singapore and Jakarta; prepared income tax returns for US expatriates and advised foreign employees on tax obligations. Also assisted in corporate taxation and trained colleagues on tax concepts.
Tax Advisor at Arthur Andersen
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
Tax advisor in the corporate tax department; assisted US expatriates including AT&T staff with tax reporting obligations and conducted training sessions on tax matters.

Education

PGDip - Business Administration at University of Surrey, UK
January 1, 2002 - November 25, 2025
BA Economics at Carleton University, Ottawa, ON
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

Capture One Pro
August 25, 2022 - November 25, 2025
I have been using Capture One Pro professionally for the past 4 years and recently completed their DIT certification

Industry Experience

Professional Services

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