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Creative and detail-oriented professional with a Diplôma in Professional Photography and a 250-hour TEFL certification. Skilled in content creation, photo editing, client communication, and project coordination, with a passion for engaging digital content and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Eager to contribute to a forward-thinking team in digital marketing, content creation, or social media management by leveraging strong workflow management, adaptability on shoots, and media production skills.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
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Language
English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Fluent
Work Experience
Photographer (ZVA C Creative) at ZVAC Creative
February 1, 2024 - PresentGeneral photography and creative production work (details not fully separated from Prestige Photography entries in the provided text).
Photographer / Photo Editor at ZA VAC Creative
February 1, 2024 - PresentSelf-directed photography and editing work focused on producing engaging visual content for clients. Conducted planning of photo shoots based on client briefs, set up cameras/equipment and accessories for indoor and outdoor locations, and maintained studio and equipment. Produced photographers’ output for commercial and advertising purposes; delivered high-volume wedding, events, and school portraits. Photographed people/events for newspapers, magazines, and scientific journals. Determined lighting and equipment requirements, archived images accurately for easy access, and provided retouch-team readiness notes. Guided clients on posing and facial expressions to capture authentic moments, and adjusted shooting styles/techniques for different event environments. Edited and retouched photos to enhance visual appeal and client satisfaction using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
Photographer / Photo Editor (Freelance) at ZVAC Creative
February 1, 2023 - PresentCaptured and edited high-quality event, wedding, school portrait, and journalistic photos. Planned and executed photo shoots based on client briefs, set up camera and lighting equipment for indoor and outdoor locations, and maintained studio and gear. Guided clients on posing and facial expressions to capture authentic moments. Produced high-volume wedding, events, and school images, developed and refined editing workflows, archived images for easy access, and added clear notes for retouch teams. Worked with clients with different values, cultures, and special needs, and adjusted shooting styles and techniques per event and environment. Used Adobe Lightroom CC and Photoshop for editing; created briefs and shot products for small businesses; ensured accurate exposure (including exposure bracketing) and handled real estate low-light photography. Developed knowledge of industry trends and photo-editing processes.
Pharmacist Assistant at Arrie Nel Pharmacy
January 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023Provided exceptional customer service and instructed customers on dosage information and safe medication use. Utilized pharmaceutical knowledge to recommend suitable alternatives. Managed stock levels, conducted inventory checks, and processed reorder requests. Processed payments and reconciled daily transactions to ensure accurate financial records.
Photographer / Photo Retoucher at Prestige Photograhy Ltd
February 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023Edited and retouched client photos to enhance visual appeal and satisfaction. Adjusted shooting styles and techniques for different events and environments, guided clients on posing and facial expressions, and captured high-quality wedding imagery. Developed industry trend awareness and refined photo editing processes. Learned and applied exposure-bracketing for real estate photography. Developed low-light event photography skills, created briefs and product shots for small businesses, and set up camera/equipment/assessories for indoor and outdoor shoots. Maintained studio and photo equipment, archived images accurately, and worked with teams to mark images with clear, informative notes for retouching. Photographed people, events, and activities for newspapers, magazines, and scientific journals.
Photographer at Prestige Photography Ltd
January 1, 2021 - PresentEdited and retouched photographs to enhance visual appeal. Adjusted shooting styles and techniques for different events and environments. Guided clients on posing and facial expressions to capture authentic moments. Produced high-quality wedding images and developed knowledge of industry trends to refine editing processes. Worked on exposure bracketing for real estate photography and developed low-light photography skills for events in dark venues. Produced photographers for commercial and advertising purposes. Photographed a high volume of weddings, events and school students for official portraits. Photographed people, events and activities for newspapers, magazines and scientific journals. Determined lighting and equipment requirements based on project scope, archived images accurately for easy access, and added clear, informative notes for re-touch teams. Worked with a variety of clients with different values, cultures or special needs.
Photographer (Weddings, Events, Editorial) at Prestige Photography Ltd
January 1, 2021 - September 1, 2023Edited and retouched photographs to enhance visual appeal for client satisfaction. Adjusted shooting styles/techniques for different events and environments and guided clients on posing and facial expressions to capture authentic moments. Captured high-quality wedding images and developed knowledge of industry trends while refining photo editing processes. Worked on exposure bracketing for real estate photography and developed low-light event photography skills. Produced high-volume portrait and event photography for commercial, advertising, and editorial uses (newspapers, magazines, and scientific journals). Created briefs and shot products for small businesses, and archived images with clear notes for re-touch teams. Maintained client relationships and collaborated with diverse client groups with different values and cultural needs.
Pharmacist Assistant at Arrie Nel Pharmacy
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021Provided exceptional customer service. Instructed customers on dosage information and safe medication use. Utilized pharmaceutical knowledge to recommend suitable alternatives. Managed stock levels, conducted inventory checks, and reordered stock. Processed payments and reconciled daily transactions to ensure accurate financial records.
Pharmacist Assistant at Arrie Nel Pharmacy (pharmacy)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021Provided exceptional customer service by instructing customers on dosage information and safe medication use. Used pharmaceutical knowledge to recommend suitable alternatives. Managed stock levels, conducted inventory checks, and processed/ reconciled daily transactions to ensure accurate financial records. Utilized administrative support activities to support pharmacy operations.
Education
Diploma (Professional Photography) at Os-Moot International Photography Institute
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022Teaching English as a Foreign Language (Global Language Training - Van Aswegen) at Van Aswegen Creative (Global Language Training)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Tertiary / High er - Diploma in Professional Photography at South African Photography Institute - (school name not fully provided)
January 1, 2021 - September 1, 2023Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language - Global Language Training Van A swegen Cre ative at Global Language Training Van Aswegen Creative
September 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024TEFL certificate (250-hour) at Van Aswegen Creative
September 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024Diploma in Professional Photography at South Africa Hoërskool Oos-Moot / International Photography Institute
January 1, 2021 - September 1, 2023Higher Certificate - Teaching English as a Foreign Language at Van Aaswegen Creative and Detail-Oriented / Global Language Training
January 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024Qualifications
TEFL Certificate (250-hour)
January 1, 2023 - August 10, 2026Secondary - National Matric Certificate
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021TEFL Certification (250-hour)
February 1, 2024 - August 10, 2026250-hour TEFL certification
January 11, 2030 - August 10, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Retail
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
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