Kristen Cecilia Riha Photographer

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated Photographer who leverages superb communication, interpersonal and client management skills to produce outstanding visual creations. Genuinely committed to clients, identifying their needs and goals and delivering promised results in addition to obtaining persistent intuitive vision and keen eye for detail. Passionate, creative and innovative individual constantly seeking challenges and opportunities to expand personal and professional growth. Diverse knowledge and familiarity in all areas of photography, applications and what makes a great photo. Project-oriented with strong focus and desire for success at experimenting with new ideas, opportunities and techniques while maintaining a supportive and positive environment under continuous and energized inspiration compelled by the Visual Arts, Communication and Design.

EDUCATION AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

2010-2014 Kent State University Kent, Ohio 44240Bachelor of Arts in the College of Arts and SciencesBachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice; Associate’s Degree in Psychology

≡ Institutional Honors Cum Laude: GPA 3.5≡ Dean’s List 2011-2014≡ Recipient of Trustee Scholarship 2010≡ Acknowledged by 500px - website made by

photographers for photographers - as upcoming photographer with promising new uploads in addition to numerous appearances on the popular page for trending photography

EXPERIENCE

Leveraged knowledge of photography operating Canon cameras for photo shoots, candid event shots, to photograph private clients including head shots for major corporations, weddings, corporate and lifestyle portraits, live concerts and sports photography for numerous Motocross events and business. Provide photography services to clients for individual, family, and graduation portraits.Oversaw all aspects of post-production, from editing pictures and using software to manipulate final picture to resizing/cropping pictures and retouching and color management; removal of undesired objects using Photoshop. Proficient in camera equipment, film, lenses, filters, and lighting. Photographer on special projects, studio, and traveled to locations for special shoots. Experienced with location

photography using natural lighting; Set up, arranging and managing props, lighting systems, cameras and backgrounds for photo shootsOutstanding customer service to ensure that the clients expectations are always met and guarantee their satisfaction. Executed digital photography work flow: capturing, downloading, editing, printing, backup and cataloging. Proficient in 35mm, 18mm-35mm, 75-300mm, medium format, color and black and white. Strong eye for style and trends in fashion.Determines all project requirements, arranges all proper equipment. All post production and printing using Adobe products such as Photoshop, Lightroom and InDesign.

SKILLS

≡ Continually inspired by people, especially in urban scenes and street/city photography.

≡ Relies on excellent interpersonal skills to put clients at ease and produce treasured photos.

≡ Blends in easily while photographing large events to produce candid and natural shots. Adoration for black and white photography.

≡ Energetic and skilled at focusing on finding solutions and meeting deadlines.

≡ Talented in watercolor, oil and acrylic painting. ≡ Fearless Artist willing to take creative risks and push

conceptual boundaries. ≡ Excellent leader, Emotionally supportive, Strong work

ethic, Exceptional communicator. Staff collaboration, Relationship/team building.

≡ Website Design, Management, Networking and Marketing.

ONLINE PORTFOLIO

www.behance.net/kristencecilia www.500px.com/kristenceciliacaptureshttps://kristenceciliacaptures.wordpress.com https://kristencaptures.wordpress.com