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I’m a hands-on photographer with a strong background in ecommerce and lifestyle shoots. I specialise in studio photography, retouching, and brand storytelling, collaborating closely with stylists, makeup artists, and creative teams to bring campaigns to life. My workflow spans lighting design, on-set direction, and detailed post-production, ensuring assets align with brand identity across channels. I thrive in fast-paced studio environments and enjoy shaping visuals that meet tight deadlines and high standards. Proficient in Capture One and Adobe Creative Suite, I’m comfortable managing shoots from setup to final delivery and collaborating with marketing teams to optimize image assets for web and social media.…I’m a hands-on photographer with a strong background in ecommerce and lifestyle shoots. I specialise in studio photography, retouching, and brand storytelling, collaborating closely with stylists, makeup artists, and creative teams to bring campaigns to life. My workflow spans lighting design, on-set direction, and detailed post-production, ensuring assets align with brand identity across channels. I thrive in fast-paced studio environments and enjoy shaping visuals that meet tight deadlines and high standards. Proficient in Capture One and Adobe Creative Suite, I’m comfortable managing shoots from setup to final delivery and collaborating with marketing teams to optimize image assets for web and social media.

Sam Chignell

Photographer, Director of Photography, Art Director, +3

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I’m a hands-on photographer with a strong background in ecommerce and lifestyle shoots. I specialise in studio photography, retouching, and brand storytelling, collaborating closely with stylists, makeup artists, and creative teams to bring campaigns to life. My workflow spans lighting design, on-set direction, and detailed post-production, ensuring assets align with brand identity across channels. I thrive in fast-paced studio environments and enjoy shaping visuals that meet tight deadlines and high standards. Proficient in Capture One and Adobe Creative Suite, I’m comfortable managing shoots from setup to final delivery and collaborating with marketing teams to optimize image assets for web and social media.…I’m a hands-on photographer with a strong background in ecommerce and lifestyle shoots. I specialise in studio photography, retouching, and brand storytelling, collaborating closely with stylists, makeup artists, and creative teams to bring campaigns to life. My workflow spans lighting design, on-set direction, and detailed post-production, ensuring assets align with brand identity across channels. I thrive in fast-paced studio environments and enjoy shaping visuals that meet tight deadlines and high standards. Proficient in Capture One and Adobe Creative Suite, I’m comfortable managing shoots from setup to final delivery and collaborating with marketing teams to optimize image assets for web and social media.

Available to hire

I’m a hands-on photographer with a strong background in ecommerce and lifestyle shoots. I specialise in studio photography, retouching, and brand storytelling, collaborating closely with stylists, makeup artists, and creative teams to bring campaigns to life. My workflow spans lighting design, on-set direction, and detailed post-production, ensuring assets align with brand identity across channels.

I thrive in fast-paced studio environments and enjoy shaping visuals that meet tight deadlines and high standards. Proficient in Capture One and Adobe Creative Suite, I’m comfortable managing shoots from setup to final delivery and collaborating with marketing teams to optimize image assets for web and social media.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Studio Photographer at Tanzaro Studio

November 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023

Assisted the studio photographer on shoots for Merrell & Gramicci; developed understanding of Capture One and studio setups; managed ecommerce lighting setups, on-set photography, and post-production. Managed ecommerce social media accounts (Instagram, Twitter) and assisted with bookings and payments.

Assistant Studio Photographer at MKI Miyuki Zoku

November 1, 2021 - October 31, 2022

Assisted with art direction, lighting design, and styling for campaigns (Nov 2021 – Oct 2022). Captured BTS imagery for global marketing and promotion; edited images, including retouching and color correction; managed Shopify product listings; collaborated in post-production.

Student Ambassador at University of Huddersfield

September 1, 2017 - April 1, 2020

Represented the university at events, supported student recruitment and outreach; contributed to campus communications.

Photography Assistant

April 1, 2016 - April 1, 2016

Early role in photography works; supported shoots and studio operations.

Photographer's Assistant

April 1, 2016 - April 30, 2016

Supported photography work and studio shoots, assisting with setup, lighting, equipment management, and on-set production.

Assistant (Art Direction, Lighting & Styling) at MKI Miyuki Zoku

November 1, 2021 - October 31, 2022

Assisted with art direction, lighting design, and styling for campaign shoots; captured BTS imagery; edited images for campaigns including retouching and color correction; managed Shopify product imagery and metadata for website use.