Damon May Creative Director / Photographer / Cinematographer

P3 Sports Media specializes in the complete sports photography package. Whether you are seeking individual or team athletic photos, visual product marketing, graphic design or enhanced social media exposure, P3 guarantees prompt professional service and stunning images. It is our goal to unlock the Power, Passion and Presence in every athlete. For a free consultation and to talk to us about tailoring a package for you and your brand visit https://www.p3sportsmedia.com/ or call us at 📞 (518) 250-6274. Creative director, and product manager for the company. Responsible for design, editorial and new product development, 
as well as the lead photographer. Write edited copy for product lines. Supervise graphic designers and support personnel. Manage the work of freelance artists and outside design services. Create and supervise production of printed materials in support of product awareness, brand identity and sales. Direct and execute all photo shoots including hiring hair, makeup and full production. Work with clients to build brand, online presence, and social media exposure through stunning photography and design.

Start to finish Damon May Design works with clients to build a complete design or photography package. Whether you are a small business in need of a website, print brochure, catalogue or design rebrand, or individual client interested in creative portraiture or event photography, Damon May Design has the complete design package to meet your needs. Photography: Lifestyle, portrait, editorial, commercial, print, creative-fine art, head shot, product photography and more... Graphic Design: Print, web, logos, magazine, catalog etc... 📷 www.damonmaydesign.com

Lead photographer for in-studio shoots, weigh-ins and fights during intense situations and strict time constraints. Photo editor and designer working with creative director to facilitate all photography needs for promotion and social media. Built a strong rapport as I directed and motivated fighters to get the perfect shots. Deliver photos to fighters, teams, and affiliated clients with precision and professionalism, helping all to build brands through increased web presence and social media outreach.

Photographer for new footwear campaigns: lay-downs and product photography, brand design of promotional banners, posters and web pieces, in-studio artistic footwear liaison, and product photographer for new campaigns. Worked with marketing and creative leads to design shoots and campaigns for footwear and apparel. Photograph on location and in private studio. Coordinate with Reebok on creative locations, ideas and executed each planned directive with clear communication. Produce high quality images for Reebok under budget and before deadlines. Organize, direct shoots, and photograph garments and footwear.

Art Director and Team Manager in charge of staging and execution of photography: set, styling, and wardrobe. Post studio production: photographic touch up, color correction, page layout, typography, and printer administration of all 100 page catalogues. Initiated and implemented on location photo shoots, creating a network of models and professional contacts. Lead creative team through full rebrand of catalogs and website increasing growth of company.

ART DIRECTOR/ GRAPHIC DESIGNER Tribune Media Services, Glens Falls, NY • Art director and graphic designer in charge of 3-person team, responsible for cover design and stories, and weekly features for affiliated magazines. • Responsible for design of 30 – 40 layouts per week, with a 2 - 3 day production cycle under strict 
time constraints. • Design and implementation of media campaigns with diverse customer base. • Management of 10 accounts (Boston Globe, National Amusements, Sony-Loews, etc...) Accomplishments • Freelance lead coordinator and designer responsible for AARC Chamber of Commerce Dinner brochure project. • Introduced initiative to create Zap2it magazine product in house, and thus saved the company time and money. • Worked closely with director of marketing and features editor as lead designer and team creative director for New York branch in the creation of posters, mailers, sell sheets, logos, and web design. • Lead Designer on various magazine redesign projects under strict time constraints with successful retention of clients

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Tribune Media Services, Glens Falls, NY • Designer responsible for implementation of media campaigns with diverse customer base. • Worked closely with senior designer on branding campaigns. • Responsible for increased company recognition through client report, fostering new contacts and relationships. • Responsible for administering special creative projects with National Amusements, Chicago Tribune and 
Sony Loews.