Hi, I'm Skaiste Klaniute, a highly skilled and adaptable Portrait and Fine Art Photographer with over five years of experience. I specialize in capturing timeless moments through wedding and fashion photography, bringing out the unique beauty and emotions in every shot. Beyond photography, I use creative filmmaking techniques to revive forgotten narratives, like in my documentary work. I manage my own photography business, handling everything from marketing and client relations to delivering exceptional final products. I thrive in fast-paced environments, constantly embracing new technologies and techniques to ensure that my work remains innovative and impactful.

Skaiste Klaniute

Hi, I'm Skaiste Klaniute, a highly skilled and adaptable Portrait and Fine Art Photographer with over five years of experience. I specialize in capturing timeless moments through wedding and fashion photography, bringing out the unique beauty and emotions in every shot. Beyond photography, I use creative filmmaking techniques to revive forgotten narratives, like in my documentary work. I manage my own photography business, handling everything from marketing and client relations to delivering exceptional final products. I thrive in fast-paced environments, constantly embracing new technologies and techniques to ensure that my work remains innovative and impactful.

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Hi, I’m Skaiste Klaniute, a highly skilled and adaptable Portrait and Fine Art Photographer with over five years of experience. I specialize in capturing timeless moments through wedding and fashion photography, bringing out the unique beauty and emotions in every shot. Beyond photography, I use creative filmmaking techniques to revive forgotten narratives, like in my documentary work.

I manage my own photography business, handling everything from marketing and client relations to delivering exceptional final products. I thrive in fast-paced environments, constantly embracing new technologies and techniques to ensure that my work remains innovative and impactful.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Wedding and Fashion Photographer at Self-Managed Business
January 1, 2018 - Present
Specialize in portrait and fine art photography for weddings and fashion, utilizing advanced photography techniques to capture emotions and create visually compelling narratives. Manage all business aspects, including marketing, client relations, finance, and administration, achieving a client retention rate of 90%. Adapt and embrace new technologies and operate creatively in diverse and challenging projects.
Event Coordinator at Worq Group Glasgow
August 31, 2024 - July 19, 2025
Provided excellent customer service, handled organizational and time management duties for events, and led teams to ensure successful event execution. Developed problem-solving skills and maintained guest satisfaction.
Manager at Atlantic Brasserie
December 31, 2023 - July 19, 2025
Managed daily operations and staff at a high-end brasserie, ensuring health and safety compliance and high customer service standards. Delivered personalized dining experiences, resolved problems efficiently, and handled unexpected situations with professionalism and flexibility.
Programme Assistant at Glasgow International
May 31, 2016 - July 19, 2025
Managed over 200 artists and their exhibitions for the contemporary art biennale, contributed to festival booklet and website, oversaw hospitality for opening nights, and sourced materials and equipment for artists and venues.
Reservations Team Member at Head Office DiMaggio’s Restaurant Group
January 31, 2018 - July 19, 2025
Managed reservations across 30+ locations, handled invoicing, and contributed to raising holiday revenue by 5%.

Education

Masters at Glasgow School of Art/Glasgow University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Honours at Gray’s School of Art
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2015

Qualifications

Seeing Through Photographs (graded online course)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Explore Filmmaking (online introductory course)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Retail, Education