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Hi, I’m Ashley Joanna. I’m an award-winning photographer and storyteller with over a decade of global experience documenting diverse cultures, industries, and personal stories. I’m known for adaptable environmental portraiture and photojournalism that highlights cultural diversity and personal narratives, and I’ve collaborated on impactful projects and campaigns that have appeared in exhibitions, books, and magazines around the world.
I blend documentary storytelling with creative vision to produce visuals that resonate with audiences and clients alike. I enjoy working with teams to craft compelling narratives, from in-studio portraits to on-location shoots, and I’m passionate about mentoring others and exploring new cultural contexts through photography.
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Work Experience
Freelance Assistant in Archive & Licensing Department at Magnum Photos
January 1, 2025 - PresentMaintained Magnum's extensive digital and analog image archives, assisted in project proposals and pitches, curated photo portfolios for exhibitions and client presentations, supported licensing workflows and internal data systems.
Photographer at OM System Cameras – Europe
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023Produced high-quality promotional content for campaigns and visual narratives; led workshops and online demonstrations; developed creative concepts to showcase product capabilities and align with brand marketing strategies.
Photographer, Writer, and Creator at Belgian Government Exhibition
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Conceived and photographed content for 'People of East Belgium,' documenting native East Belgian communities and their traditions; organized exhibitions in Brussels and Atlanta.
Photographer at 3 Fontein en Brouwerij / Fonteinen Brewery
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022Photography for the CereAl Project, highlighting local farmers and sustainable farming related to beer production.
Photographer at OM System Cameras - Global Campaigns
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023Created promotional imagery for OM System global campaigns and product launches; directed shoot concepts to showcase capabilities in diverse environments.
Freelance Photographer at Moreta Len T / Los Angeles, CA
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018Produced promotional photography for branding campaigns and managed on-site teams to ensure cohesive creative vision.
Product Photographer / Creative Assistant at Wanted Shoes / NYC
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016Styled and photographed a wide range of products for digital and print marketing campaigns; managed digital inventory and contributed to branding initiatives.
Staff Photographer and Journalist at South Jersey Times
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015Covered a broad range of assignments including breaking news, human-interest stories, and professional sports; conducted interviews and wrote detailed articles to complement photography.
Photographer at OM System Cameras - Europe
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024Produced high-quality promotional content for campaigns, showcased product capabilities in diverse environments, and led workshops and online demos on advanced photography techniques.
Photographer, Writer, and Creator of 'People of East Belgium' at Belgian Government Exhibition
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023Developed a portrait series exploring native East Belgian identities; organized and contributed to exhibitions in Brussels, Saint Vith, and Atlanta; documented stories of locals' passions and traditions.
Photographer at 3 Fonteinen Brewery
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Photographed the Cereals Project highlighting local farmers and sustainable sourcing for beer production; edited imagery for the company website and exhibition prints.
Photographer and Writer at Belgian Smak
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024Conceptualized and photographed content for 'Humans of Belgian Beer'; conducted field research and interviews with a narrative voice, contributing to editorial publications.
Owner; Freelance Photographer and Writer at Ashley Joanna Photography
January 1, 2014 - PresentRuns an independent photography business; handles on-location shoots and studio sessions, post-production editing, and client collaboration to realize vision and objectives.
Freelance Photographer at Moreta Lent
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018Produced promotional photography for branding campaigns; directed on-set teams including stylists, makeup artists, and assistants to ensure seamless execution of creative visions.
Product Photographer / Creative Assistant at Wanted Shoes
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Styled and photographed a wide array of products for digital and print marketing campaigns; managed digital inventory and uploaded product photo sets to the company site; contributed to branding initiatives.
Freelance Assistant, Archive & Licensing Department at Magnum Photos
January 1, 2025 - PresentMaintained Magnum's extensive digital and analog image archives; assisted in proposals and pitches; curated portfolios for exhibitions and high-profile presentations; supported licensing workflows to enable image usage across editorial and commercial platforms.
Photographer and Writer at Belgian Smak (Belgium)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024Created photography and written content for the Belgian beer project 'Belgian Smak' to highlight local craft and culture; conducted field interviews and edited material for publication and exhibitions.
Photographer and Concept Creator at Luster Publishing, Antwerp
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Photographed and curated imagery for 'Hidden Beers of Belgium' featuring 24 breweries; conducted interviews; edited photography; assisted with layout and production.
Staff Photographer and Journalist at New Jersey Times
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015Covered a broad range of assignments including breaking news, human-interest stories, and professional sports; conducted interviews and wrote articles.
Product Photographer / Creative Assistant at Want Shoes
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Styled and photographed a wide range of products for digital and print campaigns; managed digital asset inventory and contributed to branding initiatives, including logos and promotional materials.
Photographer at OM System Cameras - Europe (Global Campaigns)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023Led photography for multiple OM System campaigns and product launches; created visuals aligned with brand messaging and campaign objectives.
Photographer and Writer at Belgian Smaak
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024Photographed and wrote for a project exploring native East Belgian culture; conducted in-depth interviews and created content for exhibitions in Belgium and the USA.
Photographer and Concept Creator at Luster Publishing
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Photographer and concept creator for Hidden Beers of Belgium; captured and curated imagery for 24 breweries, conducted in-depth research and interviews with brewers; edited images in collaboration with design and production teams.
Freelance Assistant, Archive & Licensing at Magnum Photos
January 1, 2025 - PresentMaintained Magnum's digital archives, assisted in project proposals and pitches, and compiled photographer portfolios for exhibitions and client presentations; supported licensing workflows.
Adjunct Photography Teacher at Lycée Edward Steichen School
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Taught photography, mentored students on portfolios, and contributed to curriculum development.
Education
Adjunct Photography Teacher at Lycée Edward Steichen School, Luxembourg
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024Guest Lecturer – Photojournalism at Rowan University, NJ
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019Guest Lecturer – Photojournalism at Rowan University, NJ
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations & Journalism at Rowan University, NJ
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations & Journalism at Rowan University
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations & Journalism at Rowan University
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013Guest Lecturer (Photography) at Rowan University, NJ
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Guest Lecturer (Photography) at Rowan University, NJ
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Adjunct Photography Teacher at Lycée Edward Steichen School, Luxembourg
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations & Journalism at Rowan University, NJ
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2013Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other
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