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Hi, I'm Josh Ritchie, an award-winning freelance photographer with over 28 years of experience creating impactful images for major media outlets and national brands. I specialize in portrait, editorial, and corporate photography, and I’m passionate about storytelling through dynamic visuals. I work closely with clients like The New York Times, Nike, and Adidas to ensure each project aligns perfectly with their brand voice and standards. From managing shoot production and creative direction to meticulous image retouching and editing, I handle the entire process with professionalism and creativity. I'm also FAA Part 107 certified, allowing me to incorporate drone photography into my work. I enjoy building relationships with clients and helping bring their stories to life through powerful imagery.…Hi, I'm Josh Ritchie, an award-winning freelance photographer with over 28 years of experience creating impactful images for major media outlets and national brands. I specialize in portrait, editorial, and corporate photography, and I’m passionate about storytelling through dynamic visuals. I work closely with clients like The New York Times, Nike, and Adidas to ensure each project aligns perfectly with their brand voice and standards. From managing shoot production and creative direction to meticulous image retouching and editing, I handle the entire process with professionalism and creativity. I'm also FAA Part 107 certified, allowing me to incorporate drone photography into my work. I enjoy building relationships with clients and helping bring their stories to life through powerful imagery.

Josh Ritchie

Photographer, Creative Director, Director of Photography, +2

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Hi, I'm Josh Ritchie, an award-winning freelance photographer with over 28 years of experience creating impactful images for major media outlets and national brands. I specialize in portrait, editorial, and corporate photography, and I’m passionate about storytelling through dynamic visuals. I work closely with clients like The New York Times, Nike, and Adidas to ensure each project aligns perfectly with their brand voice and standards. From managing shoot production and creative direction to meticulous image retouching and editing, I handle the entire process with professionalism and creativity. I'm also FAA Part 107 certified, allowing me to incorporate drone photography into my work. I enjoy building relationships with clients and helping bring their stories to life through powerful imagery.…Hi, I'm Josh Ritchie, an award-winning freelance photographer with over 28 years of experience creating impactful images for major media outlets and national brands. I specialize in portrait, editorial, and corporate photography, and I’m passionate about storytelling through dynamic visuals. I work closely with clients like The New York Times, Nike, and Adidas to ensure each project aligns perfectly with their brand voice and standards. From managing shoot production and creative direction to meticulous image retouching and editing, I handle the entire process with professionalism and creativity. I'm also FAA Part 107 certified, allowing me to incorporate drone photography into my work. I enjoy building relationships with clients and helping bring their stories to life through powerful imagery.

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Hi, I’m Josh Ritchie, an award-winning freelance photographer with over 28 years of experience creating impactful images for major media outlets and national brands. I specialize in portrait, editorial, and corporate photography, and I’m passionate about storytelling through dynamic visuals. I work closely with clients like The New York Times, Nike, and Adidas to ensure each project aligns perfectly with their brand voice and standards.

From managing shoot production and creative direction to meticulous image retouching and editing, I handle the entire process with professionalism and creativity. I’m also FAA Part 107 certified, allowing me to incorporate drone photography into my work. I enjoy building relationships with clients and helping bring their stories to life through powerful imagery.

Skills

Editorial Illustration

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Editorial Illustration

Intermediate

Corporate Video

Intermediate

Logo

Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Photographer at Self-employed

January 1, 2004 - Present

Partnered with editorial and commercial clients to produce compelling visual content aligned with brand voice and publication standards. Managed all aspects of shoot production, including creative direction, lighting design, set coordination, and client communication. Expertly retouched and edited images using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. Maintained business operations including budgeting, marketing, and client acquisition. Notable clients include The New York Times, Time, Apple, Nike, Adidas, Mass Mutual, BISA and Tupperware.

Staff Photographer at The Pantograph, Bloomington, IL

December 31, 2004 - July 19, 2025

Shot daily assignments including news, portraits, and feature stories for a regional newspaper. Delivered images on tight deadlines for print and digital publication. Performed image editing and toning in Adobe Photoshop.

Staff Photographer at The Evening Sun, Hanover, PA

December 31, 2001 - July 19, 2025

Produced award-winning visual journalism covering local events, human interest stories, and breaking news. Developed story concepts in collaboration with editors and reporters. Managed image archiving and workflow with Photo Mechanic and Adobe tools.

Staff Photographer at The Reston Times, VA

December 31, 1999 - July 19, 2025

Photographed community events and weekly features for a suburban newspaper. Developed strong sourcing and communication skills through daily reporting.