Emily Gass

Produce high-quality film and digital content for brands, restaurants, and individuals, focusing on lifestyle, food, fashion, portrait and event photography. Conceptualize, shoot, and edit cohesive visual campaigns for commercial clients, including Forbes-featured restaurant FiNNBAR, media group Cohere, and clothing store Squarehead Industries. Grow and maintain an engaged online community of 15k+ followers through consistent, visually compelling and authentic storytelling across Instagram and website platforms. Design and manage a portfolio website and digital print shop, showcasing both commissioned work and fine art projects. Recruit, train, and manage photography assistants for large-scale events, wedding shoots and photography classes.

Delivered compassionate, nonjudgmental support to individuals seeking guidance on eating disorders via incoming phone calls, providing tailored resources and accurate information in real time. Simultaneously managed multiple responsibilities: maintaining emotional composure, researching resources live during calls, and adapting responses to each caller’s unique needs. Followed established crisis intervention protocols to support individuals in urgent or high-risk situations, ensuring safety and timely connection to professional care. Maintained flexibility and stayed current with evolving advocacy practices and helpline procedures, contributing to a responsive, caller-centered environment.

Create a nurturing, curiosity-driven classroom where children feel safe to explore, ask questions, and express themselves freely. Design play-based learning experiences that spark imagination while supporting early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth. Encourage individuality through art, music, storytelling, and sensory play that celebrates creativity and self-expression. Build trusting relationships with children and families through empathy, open communication, and consistent care. Support emotional development by modeling kindness, patience, and healthy conflict resolution. Observe and document developmental milestones to tailor lessons to each child’s unique learning style and needs. Collaborate with fellow educators to foster an inclusive, joyful classroom where every child feels seen and valued.

Developed and executed visual content strategy for a contemporary clothing brand, producing a mix of photo and short-form reels tailored for Instagram. Shot, edited, and published consistent weekly content that reflected brand identity and evolving stock, increasing social engagement and in-store purchases. Styled and directed models in photo and video shoots, ensuring strong alignment between visuals, tone, and product narrative. Collaborated with the brand owner on creative direction, and tailored photo and video content to the plethora of brands carried in-store.

Processed photographic film, retouched digital images, and produced enlargements under tight turnaround timelines. Handled client relations, billing, and workflow management while maintaining high creative standards. Trusted as sole lab operator for week-long periods due to reliability and technical precision.

Conducted literature reviews and analyzed data on rural child trafficking in the U.S., synthesizing findings to support project objectives. Compiled research notes and resources in organized, accessible formats using Zotero for team use and reference. Collaborated with the project director and research team during weekly meetings, contributing insights and supporting decision-making. Assisted in summarizing complex information to facilitate reporting, presentations, and strategic planning.

Partnered with the wellness coordinator to design and implement activities promoting mental, emotional, and physical well-being for residents. Developed engaging group therapy exercises, including a “Wellness Workbook” focusing on mind-body connections and nutrition to support mood and resilience. Maintained strict confidentiality regarding residents and the safe house location. Assisted with organizational and operational tasks, including maintaining cleanliness and optimizing storage spaces to ensure a safe, welcoming environment.