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TOVA KRENTZMAN

Summary

  • Professional photographer and videographer with five years+ experience, complemented by a strong background as a medic in remote camps in Alaska and northern Canada. The combination of my technical photographic expertise and my experience in high-pressure environments while maintaining a strong commitment to community positions me as an ideal candidate for the role of forensic photographer.

Work History

Freelance Photographer, Video Production

Underwire Films Inc
  • Creating photographic content that supports brand identity for websites
  • Corporate photography displaying work environments with impactful imagery
  • Creative portraiture designed to visually express character and content
  • Producing photo and video content according to client's briefs
  • Still photography using detailed sets and skillful execution under time restraints

Photographer and Creative Consultant

Frank & Taylor Productions
  • Consulting to create content and images reflecting the company's brand
  • Photographing scenarios using various lighting strategies
  • Post production editing using Adobe CC Suite Lightroom and Photoshop
  • Wedding and event photography tailored to each group's unique personality and style

Studio Coordinator and Assistant

Marc Schlossman at Plough Studios
  • Assisting in planning creative photo shoots and lighting tactics
  • Setting up photography, lighting and studio equipment
  • Communicating with clients and personnel regarding production needs and strategies
  • Health and safety as per Covid regulations

Head Cook and Medic

Discovery Channel's Goldrush
  • First aid and emergency response for all camp personnel
  • Planning menus and cooking for crews in remote locations
  • Maintained inventory for all safety equipment and supplies
  • 5 seasons

Head Cook and Deckhand, First Aid

Discovery Channel's Deadliest Catch
  • First aid and emergency response to all crew
  • Assisted with standing watches and line handling and vessel maintenance
  • Creating menus and all meals aboard a Fishing Vessel with camera crew
  • Planning and storing food for up to a month at sea

Geologist and OFA-3 medic

  • First aid and emergency response for all camp personnel
  • Mineral exploration, mapping and soil sampling
  • Logging core leading to subsurface mapping of geological structures
  • Assisting with drilling and helicopter movement of equipment
  • In mineral exploration camps, Alaska and British Columbia

Education

Professional photography certification -

SPEOS SCHOOL OF PHOTOGRAPHY

BA - Anthropology

City College of New York

Geological Science -

Humboldt State University

Advanced First Aid -

Selkirk College

Wilderness First Responder -

Boreal Rescue

Skills

  • Advanced camera skills
  • Photography and videography
  • Proficient editing in Adobe creative suite
  • Proactive approach to problem solving
  • Committed to producing high quality work consistently
  • Adapt in the face of adversity
  • Strong sense of responsibility and accountability toward fellow crew and community
  • Ability to multitask and adapt to any role

Accomplishments

Shutterhub Open 2020/21 photography exhibition, Amsterdam

The Guardian, London

https://www.theguardian.com/culture/gallery/2020/jul/29/spuds-you-like-potato-photographer-of-the-year-in-pictures

Magazine cover photo "Your Future Career"

https://www.yourfuturecareer.co.uk/your-future-career-2020/how-my-unconventional-route-into-media-taught-me-to-take-risks/

Warner Bros Access Canada Best Feature Documentary for "Fire Tower", YKIFF

https://vimeo.com/927294619?share=copy

Languages

English
Spanish
French

Timeline

BA - Anthropology

City College of New York

Geological Science -

Humboldt State University

Advanced First Aid -

Selkirk College

Wilderness First Responder -

Boreal Rescue

Freelance Photographer, Video Production

Underwire Films Inc

Photographer and Creative Consultant

Frank & Taylor Productions

Studio Coordinator and Assistant

Marc Schlossman at Plough Studios

Head Cook and Medic

Discovery Channel's Goldrush

Head Cook and Deckhand, First Aid

Discovery Channel's Deadliest Catch

Geologist and OFA-3 medic

Professional photography certification -

SPEOS SCHOOL OF PHOTOGRAPHY
TOVA KRENTZMAN