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Phoebe Yan

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Bio

Born in China, Living at Burnaby, BC. Canada

Photographer at Farawayland Weddings. 

Photographer at Marathon Photos.

Photographer at CCSA.

Photographer at Gradimages.

Photographer at YMCA.

Professional photographer specializing in weddings /fashion /events and family photography. 

I love helping people. Seeing them smile makes me feel very happy and satisfied. I also love art, and photography is a way to show how I see art through my eyes.


Resume

Dedicated Photographer who exhibits a true love for the craft, art and science of the photography process. Inspires others with creative insight and enthusiasm. Focused Photographer skilled at remaining calm in fast-paced situations. Brings extensive experience with wedding and special events photography.

Able to meet deadlines and works with a high level of multicultural awareness and adaptability. Experienced Office Manager with a strength in managing multiple projects simultaneously and fostering a cohesive staff.

 

SKILLS

 Specialized in Wedding, Fashion and Event Photography

 Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom for images retouching and colour correction

 Graphic design

 Lighting expert

 Flexible creative approach

 Superb attention to detail

 Quality leadership

 Calm under pressure

 Account management

 Customer service-oriented

 Strategic marketing

 Deadline-driven

 Strategic planning and sales knowledge

 Event and projects management

 Conflict resolution

 Strong organizational skills

 Active listening skills

 Quick learner

 Strong client relations

 Store maintenance ability

 Inventory control familiarity

 High integrity and honesty; ethical and socially aware

WORK HISTORY

March 2014-Current

Photographer│Farawayland Weddings │55 East Cordova, Vancouver BC│ http://www.farawaylandwedding.ca

 Photographed special events, including weddings, parties and portraits

 Photographed high-quality images for both print and Internet distribution.

 Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for news publications.

 Defined image requirements and planned photographic events.

 Conducted all photo shoots in a calm and professional demeanor.

 Shot photographs in controlled lab, field and remote environments.

 Set up precise photographic measurements and control equipment.

 Tracked inventory of all photo lab products and equipment.

 Assisted imaging team members with product styling, prep and post.

 Maintained productive professional relationships with models.

 Explained price and package details to customers.

 Performed advanced computer processing of images for assignments.

 Improvised photographic methods and techniques.

 Selected and altered secondary photographic features such as backdrops,

 Collaborated with clients to guarantee satisfaction with advertisements.

 Selected and set up motion picture or television cameras and accessories.

 Collaborated successfully with a variety of personalities and work styles.

 Planned and prepared for all on-location and studio shoots.

 

November 2012- 2016

Photographer/Volunteer │YMCA Vancouver │955 Burrad St., Vancouver│ Facebook-YMCA Vancouver

 Photographed events and workshops

 Managed and published the images on Facebook

 Worked independently

 

May 2015-Current

Photographer │Event Photography Group, INC. O/A Marathon Foto│3490Martin Hurst Rd, Talahassee, FL.32312

 Photographed BMO Marathon

 Photographed Graduation Ceremonies for UBC/UBCO/Northeastern

    University Vancouver/Emily Carr Vancouver

 Photographed GranFondo Whistle

 September 2018-Current

 Official Photographer for CCSA

 

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS/ AWARDS

 Certificate in Media Techniques For Business- BCIT 2013-present

 Diploma in Hospitality Management -Vancouver Community College 2013

 Serving it Right -BC's Responsible Beverage Service Program

 Food Safe- BCRFA

 Standard First Aid & CPR- Standard First Aid & CPR / AED Level C 2013

 Best Revenue Manager - HotelSIM, Tactical Management Simulation, 2013

Vancouver Community College

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