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Gabryela Vogua

Gabryela Vogua

Montréal,QC

Summary

Creative Director and Photographer with over 10 years of experience, specializing in fashion, beauty, and portrait photography. Experienced in producing high-impact visuals for renowned brands like La Maison Simon, Tristan, PsychoBunny, and SSENSE. Adept at leading creative teams, managing studio operations, and creating unique, compelling images for both digital and print platforms. Fluent in French and English, with a passion for collaboration, innovation, and delivering results that drive engagement and brand identity.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Photographer

La Maison Simon
Quebec City, QC
05.2023 - Current
  • Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
  • Organize and store digital photographs, negatives, and prints in an orderly fashion.
  • Advise on appropriate poses, props, and backgrounds for each shot taken.
  • Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
  • Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
  • Provide direction to models and subjects throughout photoshoots while capturing natural expressions.
  • Ensure safety of people involved in photo sessions by following all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Collaborate with art directors, stylists, makeup artists as part of a team effort.
  • Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
  • Cropped, manipulated and performed color balance for final images.

Owner/Photographer

Vogua Studio
Montréal, QC
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
  • Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
  • Spearheaded creative projects for corporate and individual clients, resulting in a 30% increase in repeat business.
  • Specialized in fashion, beauty, and portrait photography, working with models, agencies, and commercial retailers.
  • Efficiently managed post-production retouching and delivered final images 20% faster by streamlining workflow.

Freelance Photographer

SSENSE
Montréal, QC
03.2021 - 04.2023
  • Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
  • Organize and store digital photographs, negatives, and prints in an orderly fashion.
  • Advise on appropriate poses, props, and backgrounds for each shot taken.
  • Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
  • Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
  • Provide direction to models and subjects throughout photoshoots while capturing natural expressions.
  • Ensure safety of people involved in photo sessions by following all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Collaborate with art directors, stylists, makeup artists as part of a team effort.
  • Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
  • Cropped, manipulated and performed color balance for final images.

Photo Director and Marketing Coordinator

Models International Management
Ottawa, ON
08.2020 - 01.2023
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Created detailed plans outlining timelines, goals, budgets, staffing needs and other requirements for projects.
  • Coordinated resources across departments to maximize productivity levels.
  • Directed photoshoots and coordinated creative direction for over 50 models, delivering portfolios that enhanced their profiles.
  • Managed post-production editing, ensuring flawless presentation of agency talents.
  • Developed social media marketing strategies that increased engagement by 20%.

Marketing and Social Media Manager

SEO TWIST
Ottawa, ON
01.2019 - 09.2019
  • Developed and implemented successful social media campaigns to support company objectives.
  • Created engaging content for multiple social media platforms, such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
  • Managed the daily operations of all assigned social media accounts.
  • Analyzed data to measure the effectiveness of campaigns and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure brand consistency across all channels.
  • Researched industry trends and competitors' activities to develop new ideas for content creation.
  • Monitored customer comments on various social media channels and responded in a timely manner.
  • Designed promotional materials using graphic design software applications.
  • Generated reports summarizing key performance indicators associated with each campaign.
  • Reviewed analytics data regularly to identify areas of improvement in our campaigns.

Former Photographer/Videographer/Editor

SEO TWIST
Ottawa, ON
10.2010 - 09.2019
  • Captured high-quality commercial images and videos for promotional campaigns.
  • Marketed and advertised services to clients, resulting in increased clientele.
  • Edited and enhanced visuals using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, maintaining an updated online portfolio to showcase work.
  • Utilized various photographic techniques to produce compelling visual content for clients.

Former Video Producer/Project Manager/Design Manager

SEO TWIST
Ottawa, ON
10.2017 - 01.2019

Producing:

  • Led project management for new product development with a team of producers, designers, and writers.
  • Managed all aspects of pre-production, including scripting, storyboarding, and location scouting.
  • Supervised post-production, including editing sessions, graphics creation, and client review processes.
  • Coordinated with vendors and crew to ensure the timely execution of video productions within budget.

Post-Production:

  • Managed editing scripts, client changes, and internal team feedback in a collaborative manner.
  • Ensured brand consistency and quality standards were met throughout the post-production process.

Founder and Creative Director

BLIVA
Ottawa, ON
04.2015 - 10.2017
  • Defined the creative direction and brand guidelines for packaging, web, email, and social media.
  • Executed product photography and weekly video shoots to support Facebook marketing campaigns.
  • Hired models and coordinated fashion photo shoots, ensuring alignment with current fashion trends.
  • Assessed the market success of clothing lines and provided analysis and recommendations to clients.
  • Selected promotional outfits and accessories to maximize marketing impact and sales.

Education

AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate - Fashion Photography

Istituto Italiano Fotografia
Milano, Lombardia
12.2012

College diploma - Photography

Cité Collegial
Ottawa, ON
06.2011

Skills

  • Fashion & Portrait Photography
  • E-commerce Photography
  • Creative Direction
  • Studio Lighting & Retouching
  • Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop
  • Team Collaboration
  • Marketing Strategy & Social Media Management
  • Project Management
  • Social Media
  • Studio management

Languages

  • French, Fluent
  • English, Fluent

Personaldetails

AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate, 3

Timeline

Freelance Photographer

La Maison Simon
05.2023 - Current

Owner/Photographer

Vogua Studio
01.2023 - Current

Freelance Photographer

SSENSE
03.2021 - 04.2023

Photo Director and Marketing Coordinator

Models International Management
08.2020 - 01.2023

Marketing and Social Media Manager

SEO TWIST
01.2019 - 09.2019

Former Video Producer/Project Manager/Design Manager

SEO TWIST
10.2017 - 01.2019

Founder and Creative Director

BLIVA
04.2015 - 10.2017

Former Photographer/Videographer/Editor

SEO TWIST
10.2010 - 09.2019

AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate - Fashion Photography

Istituto Italiano Fotografia

College diploma - Photography

Cité Collegial
Gabryela Vogua