I'm Anisa Taghdiri, a photographer and videographer based in Vista, CA with a passion for storytelling through visuals. I thrive on creating content that resonates on social media, from eye-catching photos to promotional videos. I collaborate across teams to design on-brand assets, manage digital campaigns, and help brands connect with their audiences. Proficient in Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Canva, and workflow optimization, I translate ideas into tangible visuals that engage and enroll audiences.

Anisa Taghdiri

I'm Anisa Taghdiri, a photographer and videographer based in Vista, CA with a passion for storytelling through visuals. I thrive on creating content that resonates on social media, from eye-catching photos to promotional videos. I collaborate across teams to design on-brand assets, manage digital campaigns, and help brands connect with their audiences. Proficient in Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Canva, and workflow optimization, I translate ideas into tangible visuals that engage and enroll audiences.

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I’m Anisa Taghdiri, a photographer and videographer based in Vista, CA with a passion for storytelling through visuals. I thrive on creating content that resonates on social media, from eye-catching photos to promotional videos.

I collaborate across teams to design on-brand assets, manage digital campaigns, and help brands connect with their audiences. Proficient in Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Canva, and workflow optimization, I translate ideas into tangible visuals that engage and enroll audiences.

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Work Experience

Social Media & Marketing Assistant - Intern at Boys & Girls Club of Vista
July 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Produced engaging videos and managed scheduling for posts across club's social media platforms. Used Canva to design flyers, strengthening brand identity and increasing enrollment. Collaborated with Community Engagement Director to develop digital content strategy. Provided event photography to showcase club activities online.
Freelance Videographer
January 1, 2023 - Present
Filmed and edited promotional videos for local businesses, including Alga Norte Dog Park, Vigilante Coffee, Craftsmanship Museum, and Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum (video samples available in portfolio).
Seasonal Photographer at JCPenney Portraits in Escondido, CA
September 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Photographed and edited/enhanced images: headshots, family portraits, pets, infants. Interacted and engaged with customers from start to finish. Performed sales process.
Photographer (Contract) at Priventa Health Medical Campaign in El Salvador
January 1, 2024 - Present
Photographed patients and medical providers throughout rural regions of El Salvador. Edited images using Lightroom Classic.
Social Media Coordinator - Intern at Cart Mart in San Marcos, CA
August 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023
Collaborated with leadership to develop and schedule social media posts for Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to reach target markets. Generated blogs using AI; incorporated SEO keywords and reviewed content for clarity. Recorded videos, and photographed and edited photos using Adobe Photoshop; inserted company logo.
Social Media Intern at Dynamic Church Planting International in Oceanside, CA
December 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023
Collaborated with Dir. of Communications to outline weekly social media plan. Developed and scheduled social media content for Facebook, Instagram, Google Local, and YouTube to reach target markets.
Freelance Videographer at Freelance
January 1, 2023 - Present
Filmed and edited promotional videos for local businesses, including Alga Norte Dog Park, Vigilante Coffee, Craftsmanship Museum, and Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum (video samples available in portfolio).
Seasonal Photographer at JCPenney Portraits
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Photographed and edited/enhanced images: headshots, family portraits, pets, infants. Interacted and engaged with customers from start to finish. Performed sales process.
Photographer (Contract) at Priventa Health Medical Campaign
January 1, 2024 - Present
Photographed patients and medical providers throughout rural regions of El Salvador. Edited images using Lightroom Classic.
Social Media Coordinator - Intern at Cart Mart
August 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Collaborated with leadership to develop and schedule social media posts for Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to reach target markets. Generated blogs using AI; incorporated SEO keywords and reviewed content for clarity. Recorded videos, and photographed and edited photos; inserted company logo.
Social Media Intern at Dynamic Church Planting International
December 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023
Collaborated with Dir. of Communications to outline weekly social media plan. Developed and scheduled social media content for Facebook, Instagram, Google Local, and YouTube to reach target markets.

Education

Certificate: Video & Animation at Mira Costa College
January 11, 2030 - January 17, 2026
Certificate: Digital Photography at Mira Costa College
January 11, 2030 - January 17, 2026
Certificate: Video & Animation at Mira Costa College
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Certificate: Digital Photography at Mira Costa College
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026

Qualifications

Certificate: Video & Animation
January 11, 2030 - January 17, 2026
Certificate: Digital Photography
January 11, 2030 - January 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization