- Kayaking
- Camping
- Playing Sports
- Creating Mixed Media Art
- Cooking
Lisa King
Surrey
Summary
Experienced and dedicated photographer with over ten years of running a successful photography business. Skilled in effectively capturing and conveying the essence of a subject through art. Confident and articulate communicator, excelling in building rapport with clients to understand their vision and deliver exceptional results. Thrives under pressure, consistently meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high quality. Enjoys pet sitting and dog walking for various clients, exploring culinary skills through cooking, providing excellent service as a bartender, and pursuing passion for outdoor activities like skiing, scuba diving, and camping.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner, Operator and Head Photographer
Twinlens Photography
01.2006 - Current
- Freelance photographer for Glacier Media working newspaper shifts and special feature projects such Profiles of Excellence Magazine.
- Photograph KPU Alumni Magazine
- Shoot corporate events, portraits, real estate, product and pets.
- Develops and maintaines strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Delivers high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills..
- Utilizes natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Manages multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing deadlines and maintaining excellent organization.
- Develops structured archiving system for photo storage, ensuring easy access and organization of thousands of images.
- Increases social media engagement with captivating images that told compelling stories.
Photographer
Butter Studios
01.2012 - Current
- Duties: Shooting events
- Delivers consistent results under tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Documents corporate events professionally, capturing key moments without disrupting proceedings or attendees'' experience.
- Captures high-quality images by utilizing advanced photography techniques and equipment.
- Builds strong relationships with clients through excellent communication and professionalism during assignments.
Staff Photographer
The Tri_Cities Now Newspaper
03.2008 - 09.2014
- Enhanced team collaboration by proactively sharing resources, contacts, and ideas with colleagues to support the development of compelling visual stories.
- Increased engagement on social media platforms by sharing thought-provoking images that resonated with followers and sparked conversation.
- Conducted research on subjects before photo shoots and planned dynamic and unique photo sessions.
- Maintained professional standards while working under tight deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of captivating images for publication.
- Provided valuable insights during editorial meetings by presenting ideas for potential stories based on current events and personal contacts within the community.
- Balanced multiple assignments simultaneously while prioritizing tasks effectively to meet all deadlines without compromising quality.
- Collaborated with journalists to develop cohesive visual narratives that complemented written articles and enriched overall story content.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the field, demonstrating flexibility in composing shots under unpredictable circumstances.
Lead Server
White Table Catering
02.2019 - Current
- Duties: Serving, Hosting, Bartending, Coat Check, On site Food Service Leader, Event Set-up and Take down
- Manages high volume dining periods with effective time management and strong multitasking abilities.
- Promotes a positive workplace culture through teamwork, open communication, and mutual support among coworkers.
- Handles customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
- Collaborates with kitchen staff to ensure accurate and timely delivery of meals, resulting in higher customer satisfaction rates.
- Mentores new servers, sharing best practices for exceptional service and fostering a positive work environment.
- Supervises dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Surrey, BC01.2015
Diploma - Photojournalism
Loyalist College
Belleville, ON01.2006
Skills
- Mac OS
- Photoshop
- Twitter / X
- Lightroom
- Creative vision
- File organization
- Image editing
- Visual storytelling
- Problem-solving
- Positive and friendly attitude
Interests
Timeline
Lead Server
White Table Catering
02.2019 - Current
Photographer
Butter Studios
01.2012 - Current
Staff Photographer
The Tri_Cities Now Newspaper
03.2008 - 09.2014
Owner, Operator and Head Photographer
Twinlens Photography
01.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Diploma - Photojournalism
Loyalist College
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