ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY

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Commercial photographer with a passion for lifestyle based editorial photography, who is outgoing, creative, and takes pride in what is produced. Comprehensive knowledge in all aspects of offsite and studio photography as a result of working in the professional field and completed education. Seeking full-time employment and willing to relocate. Looking forward to collaborating and experiencing new challenges with compelling businesses ahead.



Gaffer onset for the Social Media Campaign of Living Proof Inc. Coordinated and planned lighting setups for the social media campaign strategy. Supported the Director of Photography with 2nd AC assistance and executing lighting adjustments. Maneuvered, prepped, managed, and disassembled various lighting equipment while being flexible on set for sudden changes.

Gaffer

Grip onset of  No Ceiling music video for the artist Evan Michael Green. Provided support for the Director of Photography with location moves. Executed various lighting sets established by Director and DoP to achieve dynamic scenes. Maneuvered, prepped, managed, and disassembled various lighting equipment while being flexible on set for sudden changes.

Grip

Grip onset of a music video for the artist Chef Sean. Provided support for the Director of Photography with location moves. Executed various lighting sets established by Director and DoP to achieve dynamic scenes. Maneuvered, prepped, managed, and disassembled various lighting equipment while being flexible on set for sudden changes.

Grip onset for Rosé All Day at Daou Vineyards, Paso Robles, with Stellar Lense Production and Oops Doughnuts Productions. Provided support for the Director of Photography with location moves. Executed various lighting sets established by Director and DoP to achieve dynamic scenes. Maneuvered, prepped, managed, and disassembled various lighting equipment while being flexible on set for sudden changes.

Grip onset of Good Chick music video for artist Evan Michael Green. Assembled and carried out a variety of lighting setups. Determined styling on location for a variety of scenes to make settings more compelling.

Leveraging my deep understanding of the visual language and behaviors of Duncan’s multi-brand target audiences, I created lifestyle photography that was trend relevant, which supported key brand initiatives and met business unit standards. Creatively captured product and lifestyle imagery for catalogs, packaging, in-store signage, websites, and digital marketing materials. Collaborated with Art Director, Brand Managers, and other Creative team members to carry out large photoshoots.

PHOTOGRAPHER

Captured behind the scenes photos of the production of Love Day short film. Flexible with the team through transitions of locations while easily working around actors and production company to photograph the sets special moments.

BTS Photographer

Introduced trend relevance to the company’s lifestyle photography in order to create pivotal content for all business units. Images were crucial to the success of online paid advertisements for brands such as Tulip, Tattoo Junkee, and Lique. Established a company standard for filing and accessing images through Duncan’s digital asset software. Managed studio scheduling, model booking, and photoshoot prep. Photographed a wide dynamic of product packaging and executed company standard post-processing.


STUDIO COORDINATOR AND IMAGE SPECIALIST 

Developed as an assistant by anticipating Lead Photographer’s needs when preparing for a wide range of photoshoots for a diverse portfolio of brands. Shadowing the Lead Photographer, I enhanced my abilities in studio lighting, product photography, post-processing and studio management. Regularly created personal goals for self-improvement & growth possibilities that I knew I could provide for the company. 


PHOTOGRAPHY INTERN

Photographed yearbook photos, award ceremonies, dances, sports, and other events for schools ranging from K-12. Developed the ability to communicate professionally with a wide range of ages and to work in a team to achieve a common goal. 


Assistant for a wedding photography and videography company. Responsibilities included marketing at bridal shows, image processing, and creating marketing plans. Gained knowledge of marketing and business development.


INTERN

Second photographer for weddings, receptions, and family portraits. Improved abilities to shoot in various types of lighting and to create comfortable environments in order to capture special moments. 


ASSISTANT PHOTOGRAPHER

Valerie Ramsey is a Gaffer at Mane Co. in Fresno, CA. View their experience, skills and work history on Malakye — the professional network for creative,…

Valerie Ramsey — Gaffer at Mane Co. — Fresno, CA

Valerie Ramsey

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CLOVIS EAST HIGH SCHOOL

FRESNO CITY COLLEGE

SACRAMENTO STATE UNIVERSITY