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*POSTDirector Of Photography and Media Design
Apr. 2021Baltimore, Maryland, United States• In charge of overseeing the entire photography process, from capture to post-production. • Collaborate with clients and creatives to develop a workflow and concepts that capture each project's desired look and feel. • Oversaw a team of photographers and ensured that all images met the highest quality standards. • Collaborated closely with editors and other post-production personnel to ensure that all photos were correctly processed and integrated into the final product. • Managed the photography-related budget and strived to keep costs as low as possible.
Sam Gordon PhotographyProfessional Photographer
Jan. 2017Baltimore, Maryland Area•Photographing product, models, athletes, families, children and pets both in studio and on location for print, social media and special events/projects.
•Use of medium format, 35mm Digital/Film and UV/IR camera equipment along with various lighting systems.
•Advanced image creation using 3D, rendering, projection mapping and compositing.
•Image editing, processing, retouching, ordering and archiving.
•Freelance Photographer for the Philadelphia Flyers, *Post and Under Armour.
Under ArmourManaging Senior Photographer & Studio Manager
Sep. 2013 - Aug. 2019Baltimore, Maryland Area• Accountable for all footwear photography across 6 categories - Mens Training, Women’s Training, Run, Basketball, Golf, and Outdoor.
•Oversaw average of 300+ studio projects annually, ranging from Steph Curry and Jordan Spieth signature footwear to Internal teammate head shots. •Empowered, mentored and built internal and external team of more than 10 people.
•Participated in developing the creative department intern program which has grown to be 4 in 3 years. •Developed seasonal product and studio looks to match and influence overall brand creative.
•Launched techniques and efficiencies to save time and money while also improving quality.
•Developed naming, metadata, database, and cataloging process to streamline product naming, coding, and processing.
•Elevated product photography by designing and building custom shooting rigs.
•Created custom equipment to bring unprecedented consistency to product styling.
•Created automated systems to inform and update stakeholders on studio projects and programs for accomplished milestones.
•Improved teammate engagement scores greater than the company through group projects and team bonding experiences.
Under ArmourMedia Design Manager
Feb. 2012 - Sep. 2013Baltimore, MD• Oversaw studio photography, marketing, and seasonal creative.
•Developed seasonal creative for marketing and product team quarterly reviews. •Supported internal communications and presentations for VP, Footwear and Chief Design Officer. •Created storyboards, 3D models, animation and visual effects to meet seasonal design goals.
•Applied photographic principals and technical knowledge to translate design concepts into marketing tools.
•Helped the company advance industry standing through the creation of pushed innovative designs. •Captured real-time content to deliver high-quality media assets within truncated timeframes.
•Evaluated project scope and development schedules, and collaborated closely with project owners to establish creative concepts.
•Demonstrated strength in training, managing and challenging others to deliver results.
Under ArmourSenior Photographer/ Media Designer
Feb. 2011 - Feb. 2012•Brainstormed creative concept and seasonal photography for marketing and product teams.
•Coordinated with Product Line Managers to shoot 300+ footwear images for b2b catalogs.
•Managed all post-production, photo realization, and color correction.
•Worked cross-functionally to build accurate catalogs for crucial sell-ins.
•Trained, motivated and developed a team of 5 to excel and strive for maximum effectiveness.
Under ArmourGraphic Designer/ Photographer
Mar. 2007 - Mar. 2011Baltimore, Maryland Area•Assisted in the production of visual effects, 3D animation, photography, and digital content.
•Created photographic features such as backdrops and lighting styles.
•Photographed high-quality images for both print and Internet distribution.
•Edited, processed and uploaded images for quarterly catalog creation.
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