Nivin C
Mannarkkad,TN
Summary
Confident and dedicated photographer with experience in both professional and freelance photography. Holds nearly 10 years of working experience with great variety in order to tackle any photography job quickly and effectively. Intimately familiar with taking high-quality digital photographs, including framing, selecting and setting up lighting and determining advanced shutter and lens options. Prioritizes communication on the job to avoid errors. A candidate that combines a long professional career with dedicated freelance photography ideals and loyalty.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer
Spotlight Media Group
San Francisco, CA
01.2016 - Current
- Capture images as directed, taking all aspects into consideration, including outside lighting, shadows and lens requirements.
- Edit and pre-edit images to ensure they are high quality and properly color-corrected.
- Communicate effectively with clients or producers at all times to guarantee satisfaction, increasing 75% of client retention.
- Direct photographer's assistants to complete administrative duties and provide assistance while fostering their photography skills.
- Surpassed outside client satisfaction average rates by 15 % within the first year.
Photographer's Assistant
SGK
San Francisco, CA
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Provided assistance to the photographer in all aspects, such as administration, communicating with clients, organizing equipment and readily supplying needed tools in more than 40 projects.
- Set up camera equipment quickly and correctly.
- Performed minor editing and touching-up duties without supervision.
- Answered client inquiries in person, by phone and by email quelling concerns, providing information, giving directions and relaying requests to the photographer.
Freelance Photographer
CoStar Group
San Francisco, CA
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Established a recognized freelance photography business and a portfolio of 60 faithful customers.
- Set up personal photography equipment and created the best environment for aesthetically pleasing shots.
- Received recognition from multiple local newspapers and magazines for outstanding work.
- Mastered photography basics over five years of consistent work.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication And Journalism
MES Kalladi College
Mannarkkad, India02.2023
Skills
- Digital enhancements
- Digital Photography
- Sony Cameras
- Nikon DSLRs
- Canon DSLR
- Traditional and Candid photography
- Advertising and marketing
- Lighting expert
- Organization
- Photo editing
- Adobe Photoshop
- Retouching and color correction
- Advanced Camera Skills
- Social Media
- Social Media Promotion
- Client Communication
- Fashion photography
- Superb attention to detail
- Photography Equipment Maintenance
- Collaborative Attitude
- Social Media Marketing
- Client Relations
- Visual design
- Strong compositional skills
- Night photography
- HD photography
- Digital design
- Equipment Preparation
- Food photography
- Photojournalism
- Marketing and Branding
- News photography
- Wildlife photography
- Crime scene photography
- Photography and Videography
- Creative Thinking
- Customer Service
- Photo Shoots
- Image Editing
- Camera Setup
- Creative Lighting
- Decision-Making
- Color Correction
- Commercial Photography
- Bookkeeping
Profession Relevant Skills
- Experienced in all different kinds of photography and strong aesthetic sense.
- Technical knowledge of multiple camera technologies and editing programs.
- Extensive communication, cooperation and service skills.
- Critical thinking, analysis and strong attention to small details.
Languages
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Photographer
Spotlight Media Group
01.2016 - Current
Photographer's Assistant
SGK
01.2013 - 01.2016
Freelance Photographer
CoStar Group
01.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication And Journalism
MES Kalladi College