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James B
Photographer
Commercially licensed drone pilot, photographer, videographer and graphic designer with a healthy dose of IT support thrown as well.
Summary
James is a dedicated photographer, videographer, graphic design professional, and commercially licensed drone pilot who has worked in a variety of environments enabling a wide set of skills to be developed to support any number of professional settings. Timely focus on meeting internal and external customer expectations in addition to proactive communication and diligence ensures James is a valuable resource for your business.
Experience
Goldengrove Building Group
Photographer l Videographer l Graphic Designer (2018 - 2022)
Managing the concept, design, and production of branded communication projects such as development materials, admissions or promotional materials and collateral, publications and advertising as required.
Assisting with digital media management as assigned in creating graphics, researching on latest trends and developing strategies for engaging audiences within online platforms.
Producing videos to promote the brand, programs, and events.
Communicating with print vendors as needed when submitting files or reviewing proofs and/or photo retouching.
Organising and archiving images, video, and print files on network storage drives.
Assisting with website content management as assigned, including the development of graphics.
Creating meaningful and impactful relationships with external marketing and creative partners.
Dlscape Pro Photography and Design
Photographer l Graphic Designer (2008 - 2018)
Developing and creating appealing visual materials to promote the client’s business.
Building strong external and internal relationships through effective communication, influencing and collaborative networking skills.
Liaising with clients and discussing photography requirements and expectations, conducting wedding and events photoshoots for client campaigns, producing high-quality photographs, utilising various photography equipment and photography software.
Fostering a positive relationship with clients, creating graphic designs for marketing collaterals, event invitations and business cards, and maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
Christchurch Casino
Senior Graphic Designer (2007 - 2008)
Designing and producing print and digital marketing communications pieces. Key to the role was exercising good judgment.
Day-to-day tasks and maintaining a flexible approach to work routines. Some of James's duties included collaborating with creative teams to develop creative solutions such as the creation of posters, tickets, flyers, tee-shirt logos, signs, newsletters, brochures, bus wraps, invites as well as the creation and design of seasonal promotions, organising stock photos and staying current on industry trends to recommend creative communications for marketing proposals.
Kiwi Casino
eProduct Manager (2005 - 2007)
Working with customers and internal teams to set the strategic context for products and to develop new product marketing ideas based on industry experience and contact with customers and representatives from relevant market sectors.
Maintaining a high degree of attention to detail and practicing good communication skills.
Designing and executing regular themed promotions, creating mass email marketing, hiring and coaching staff, assisting in the design and look of gaming products, creating game schedule,s and running online chat systems, analysing profit and loss, and dealing with after-sales customer service.
Key Skills
Videography Graphic Design PhotographyQualifications
BSc (hons) - Applied Geology (1994)
Staffordshire University