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William Weaver IV

Summary

Photojournalism professional with proven track record of delivering compelling visual narratives for publications. Known for strong teamwork and collaboration, consistently adapting to changing assignments and tight deadlines. Trusted to produce high-quality images, demonstrating strong technical skills and keen eye for detail.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Photojournalist

Canadian Press
01.2025 - Current
  • Pitched photo stories to reporters and editors.
  • Maintained professional standards while working under tight deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of captivating images for publication.
  • Balanced multiple assignments simultaneously while prioritizing tasks effectively to meet all deadlines without compromising quality.

Freelance Photojournalist

Associated Press
11.2022 - Current
  • Pitched photo stories to reporters and editors.
  • Consistently provided high-quality images.
  • Maintained professional standards while working under deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of images for publication.
  • 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.

Staff Photojournalist

Gallup Independent
09.2021 - 05.2023
  • Captured compelling images by covering various events, including natural disasters, political rallies, and community gatherings.
  • Produced daily visual news and standalone packages for print and online publication.
  • Trained, guided, and managed 7 freelance photographers on a weekly basis to extend coverage to Arizona, New Mexico, and the wider Navajo Nation.
  • Enhanced team collaboration by proactively sharing resources, contacts, and ideas with colleagues to support the development of compelling visual stories.
  • Produced content picked up for wire syndication.

Freelance Photojournalist

The Register-Mail
10.2019 - 08.2021
  • Contributed to increased readership by consistently providing high-quality images that captured public interest.
  • Maintained professional standards while working under tight deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of captivating images for publication.
  • Balanced multiple assignments simultaneously while prioritizing tasks effectively to meet all deadlines without compromising quality.
  • Pitched photo stories to reporters and editors.

Photographer

Floating Doctors NGO
07.2019 - 10.2019
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico
05.2025

Skills

  • Pitching of photo package
  • Photo caption writing
  • Photo editing
  • Deadline management and delivery
  • Image editing
  • Breaking news coverage
  • Digital asset management

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hebrew
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Freelance Photojournalist

Canadian Press
01.2025 - Current

Freelance Photojournalist

Associated Press
11.2022 - Current

Staff Photojournalist

Gallup Independent
09.2021 - 05.2023

Freelance Photojournalist

The Register-Mail
10.2019 - 08.2021

Photographer

Floating Doctors NGO
07.2019 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

University of New Mexico

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