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Michael K. McElroy6 Elizabeth DriveOceanport, NJ
[email protected]
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a photographical position within a reputed organization
where I can usemy creative skills and experience for companies
profitability
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
a Extensive experience in family and children portraiture and
commercial photographya Skilled as a photographer in studio and
event photographya Proficient in photo enhancement using Photoshop,
Bridge, LightRooma Knowledgeable in manual photo retouchinga
Excellent knowledge of lighting techniques and equipmenta Excellent
interpersonal skills which result in a better client relationship
and subsequent referralsa Strong organizational including archiving
photos on a computer and server
EXPERIENCE
Freelance photographer11/2001 to present
Freelance commercial photography for web sites and businesses
such as floral designers and decorators
The Studio (www.thestudiophotographers.com), Senior
Photographer, Studio Manager9/1986 to 7/2009
The Studio is commonly known as one of the most upscale
photographic studios in
the tri-state area. My skills and solid reliability led to me
being the primaryand most requested photographer. In addition, I
was the most well-regarded photoenhancer in the company because of
my skills at making the output look natural.
a Managed everyday studio operations, including scheduling
appointments using SuccessWare
a Oversaw other photographers work to ensure the output was of
the highest quality including color balancing and alignment
a Work with clients to select the best photographs and
collaborate to design andlay out albums
a Help clients choose the photo that most enhances their
personalities and accents their home as a piece of artwork
a Ensured that the company remained current in technology and
trends that appealto newer generations
a Instructed, mentored, and coached new employees
a Collaborated with other photographers to test backgrounds,
lighting, camera techniques, and equipment calibrations
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a Resolved hardware and software problems
P.C.A. International , Inc.Portrait companyPhotographer 10/84 To
9/86
Vi-Tech CorporationCommercial Photographic Color LaboratoryLab
Technician/Color Printer 3/84 To 10/84
The Studio, of Pitman NJWedding Photographer 9/83 To 10/84
EDUCATIONAssociates Degree in Specialized TechnologyAtonelli
Institute of Art and Photography
Gloucester County Vocational SchoolCommercial art
AWARDS/PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONSCertified Professional
Photographer (CPP)Won court of honorHave a print included in the
traveling loan collection of the Professional Photographers of
America
