Determined, creative, and results-oriented photography professional known for producing superior, high-quality imagery. Expert in photo retouching and image manipulation with strong knowledge of photography, lighting, and special effects.

James Burns III

Determined, creative, and results-oriented photography professional known for producing superior, high-quality imagery. Expert in photo retouching and image manipulation with strong knowledge of photography, lighting, and special effects.

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Determined, creative, and results-oriented photography professional known for producing superior, high-quality imagery. Expert in photo retouching and image manipulation with strong knowledge of photography, lighting, and special effects.

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Work Experience

Contract Retoucher at TImex Group USA, Inc.
August 1, 2017 - Present
Provided professional photo retouching support as a contract retoucher for Timex Group USA, Inc. (Specific project scope and duties are not detailed in the resume.)
Lead Photographer / Digital Imaging Specialist at Charles and Colvard Ltd.
July 1, 2012 - October 1, 2012
Photographed and retouched high-end gemstones and jewelry for the e-commerce division, supporting digital product imagery and presentation.
Photographer/Studio Manager at Jens Johnson Photography
September 1, 2002 - September 1, 2023
Shot a wide variety of photography including food, beverage, product, fashion, people, children, splash photography, industrial, and architectural work. Captured stills and video using Phase One, Nikon, Hasselblad, and Sony camera systems. Performed retouching in Photoshop, Capture One, and Lightroom. Produced both large- and small-scale prints using Epson printers. Also managed studio operations to ensure efficient production workflows.
Freelance Assistant (Self Employed)
January 1, 2000 - September 30, 2002
Worked with multiple photographers across NY and Connecticut on assignments spanning food, portraits, automobiles, and fashion. Provided on-set support as an assistant while contributing to capture and production workflows under varying client and creative needs.
Freelance Assistant
January 1, 2000 - September 1, 2002
Self-employed freelance assistant working with multiple photographers across New York and Connecticut on assignments including food, portraits, automotive, and fashion photography.
Assistant / Photographer (First Assistant / Second Photographer) at Collignon/Jarosz Photography
June 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999
Served as first assistant and second photographer using large, medium, and small format cameras. Set up lighting using strobe and tungsten lighting, supporting production for photographic assignments requiring precise lighting control and execution.
Assistant/Photographer at Collignon/Jarosz Photography
June 1, 1998 - December 1, 1999
Served as first assistant and second photographer. Handled large, medium, and small format cameras. Built lighting sets using strobe and tungsten lighting.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Concentration in Photography at State University of New York at Buffalo
January 11, 2030 - July 29, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Concentration in Photography) at State University of New York at Buffalo
January 11, 2030 - July 29, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail