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I am a creative and motivated photographer with over five years of experience in surf instruction, community engagement, and visual storytelling. I am a reliable team player who also works well independently, and I am passionate about building strong relationships with clients. I bring patience, understanding, and professionalism to every interaction, and I thrive in dynamic environments while managing multiple tasks. I enjoy capturing compelling visuals, editing for impact, and delivering content that resonates with audiences. I am adaptable, detail-oriented, and eager to collaborate on projects ranging from events to promotional campaigns and educational initiatives.…I am a creative and motivated photographer with over five years of experience in surf instruction, community engagement, and visual storytelling. I am a reliable team player who also works well independently, and I am passionate about building strong relationships with clients. I bring patience, understanding, and professionalism to every interaction, and I thrive in dynamic environments while managing multiple tasks. I enjoy capturing compelling visuals, editing for impact, and delivering content that resonates with audiences. I am adaptable, detail-oriented, and eager to collaborate on projects ranging from events to promotional campaigns and educational initiatives.

Jadon Erasmus

Photographer, Videographer, Content Producer, +2

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I am a creative and motivated photographer with over five years of experience in surf instruction, community engagement, and visual storytelling. I am a reliable team player who also works well independently, and I am passionate about building strong relationships with clients. I bring patience, understanding, and professionalism to every interaction, and I thrive in dynamic environments while managing multiple tasks. I enjoy capturing compelling visuals, editing for impact, and delivering content that resonates with audiences. I am adaptable, detail-oriented, and eager to collaborate on projects ranging from events to promotional campaigns and educational initiatives.…I am a creative and motivated photographer with over five years of experience in surf instruction, community engagement, and visual storytelling. I am a reliable team player who also works well independently, and I am passionate about building strong relationships with clients. I bring patience, understanding, and professionalism to every interaction, and I thrive in dynamic environments while managing multiple tasks. I enjoy capturing compelling visuals, editing for impact, and delivering content that resonates with audiences. I am adaptable, detail-oriented, and eager to collaborate on projects ranging from events to promotional campaigns and educational initiatives.

Available to hire

I am a creative and motivated photographer with over five years of experience in surf instruction, community engagement, and visual storytelling. I am a reliable team player who also works well independently, and I am passionate about building strong relationships with clients. I bring patience, understanding, and professionalism to every interaction, and I thrive in dynamic environments while managing multiple tasks.

I enjoy capturing compelling visuals, editing for impact, and delivering content that resonates with audiences. I am adaptable, detail-oriented, and eager to collaborate on projects ranging from events to promotional campaigns and educational initiatives.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Afrikaans

Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Photographer at JADS Photography

January 1, 2022 - Present

As a freelance photographer I capture high-quality visuals for surf events, weddings, and promotional campaigns. My clients include diplomatic missions such as the Finnish Embassy and the Romanian Consulate General. I edit images using Adobe Lightroom and create layouts and captions with Canva, delivering professionally curated content.

Surf Instructor, Head Coach & Social Media Intern Volunteer at Surf Emporium

January 1, 2019 - Present

I deliver surf instruction to local and international clients, focusing on safety, technique, and customer experience. As Head Coach (2022–2023), I introduced a monitoring system and led feedback sessions. I film and edit promotional videos, support social media content planning, assist with retail operations, and represent the brand at sports expos. I also compete in provincial longboard contests.

Aquarium Assistant at Two Oceans Aquarium

January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018

I cleaned tanks, fed marine life, assisted with customer service, and conducted educational talks. Between 2015 and 2018, I completed the Young Marine Biologist courses and took part in ocean safety advocacy initiatives.