Red Barn Nature’s Way Foundation (Photography Intern, Summer 2025)
Produced documentary-style photography capturing therapeutic programs, wildlife, and the surrounding natural environment. Worked in sensitive settings that required awareness of privacy and the ability to photograph authentically without disrupting participants. Edited, organized, and delivered digital images for use across social media, newsletters, and promotional materials. This experience strengthened my ability to balance storytelling with professionalism while aligning visual content with an organization’s mission and outreach goals.
Short Street Photographers (Photography Intern, Summer 2024)
Assisted in professional portrait sessions by supporting lighting setup, studio preparation, and overall workflow. Gained hands-on experience interacting with clients and observing how photographers create a comfortable and efficient environment during sessions. Contributed to post-production processes using Adobe software, ensuring consistency and quality in final image delivery. This role provided valuable insight into both the creative and business operations of a working photography studio.
Assisted in professional portrait sessions by supporting lighting setup, studio preparation, and overall workflow. Gained hands-on experience interacting with clients and observing how photographers create a comfortable and efficient environment during sessions. Contributed to post-production processes using Adobe software, ensuring consistency and quality in final image delivery. This role provided valuable insight into both the creative and business operations of a working photography studio.
VillaCon (Event Photographer & Guide, March 2024)
Provided comprehensive photographic coverage of a large-scale public event, capturing candid moments, group interactions, vendors, and scheduled programming. Adapted quickly to a fast-paced environment, making real-time decisions to ensure key moments were documented effectively. In addition to photography, I served in a customer-facing role by guiding attendees and answering questions, requiring strong communication and multitasking skills. This experience enhanced my ability to work independently while maintaining professionalism in dynamic situations.