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Vanessa Vachon

Memramcook,New-Brunswick

Summary

Creative Photographer with record of accomplishment in producing attractive and technically strong imagery. Customizes approaches based on project or client requirements. Enjoys composition and editing.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Photographer

Self-employed
Memramcook, New-Brunswick
01.2014 - Current
  • Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
  • Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
  • Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.
  • Managed social media platforms, posting engaging content to increase visibility and client engagement.
  • Developed creative concepts and themes for photo shoots in collaboration with clients.
  • Utilized filters, edits and after-effects to enhance photos.
  • Edited and retouched photos using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to enhance image quality.
  • Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
  • Negotiated contracts and fees with clients, ensuring clear communication of deliverables.
  • Cropped, manipulated, and performed color balance for final images.

Early Childhood Educator/Supervisor

La Garderie La Melodie
Dieppe, New-Brunswick
02.2009 - 03.2022
  • Maintained accurate records of each child's progress including daily observations and anecdotal notes.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations such as health and safety standards.
  • Promoted effective communication between staff members by participating actively in team meetings.
  • Organized indoor and outdoor playtime activities to promote physical and mental development of children.
  • Encouraged creativity through art, music, dramatic play and other creative activities.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, social and intellectual development of children.
  • Maintained a clean classroom environment ensuring toys are sanitized regularly.

Educational Assistant

École Saint-Paul Catholic School
Fort McMurray, Alberta
09.2007 - 12.2008
  • Organized classroom supplies and equipment.
  • Monitored student behavior in the classroom, playground, cafeteria, and other school areas.
  • Assisted in creating a safe environment for all students by enforcing school policies.
  • Assisted teachers with preparing classroom materials and activities.

Education

College Certificate - Early Childhood Education

CCNB
Dieppe, NB
04-2018

High School Diploma -

École Carrefour Beausoleil
Miramichi, NB
06-2008

Skills

  • Photo editing
  • Digital Photography
  • Social Media
  • Photograph modification
  • Superb attention to detail
  • Excellent workflow management

Affiliations

  • Family oriented (mother of two school aged children)
  • Hobby farming
  • Reading
  • Kayaking

Languages

French
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Photographer

Self-employed
01.2014 - Current

Early Childhood Educator/Supervisor

La Garderie La Melodie
02.2009 - 03.2022

Educational Assistant

École Saint-Paul Catholic School
09.2007 - 12.2008

College Certificate - Early Childhood Education

CCNB

High School Diploma -

École Carrefour Beausoleil
Vanessa Vachon