Gerard Guinigundo

Consult with a diverse client base to complete photography projects for various industries and applications. Strategize with clients to identify project goals, establish an action plan, and deliver high-quality professional imagery within tight time deadlines. Directed client in selecting appropriate location, wardrobe, lighting, and visual style to maximize visual efficacy. Coordinated with corporate clientele and event organizers to complete special projects. Delivered polished imagery using Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign to remove imperfections, establish layouts and designs, and prepare finalized images for publication. Some Highlights Include: ● Recognized for excellence in real estate photography by Realtor.com as “Most Viewed Featured Home.” ● Gained exclusive access to high-profile figures such as the Governor of Louisiana by closely coordinating with industry contacts and political officials.

Provided professional product photography services for clients as member of a prominent full-service marketing agency. Applied photographic expertise in capturing events, public figures, and real estate, as well as products such as fashion items and clothing. Used studio photography techniques such as three-point lighting, studio backdrops, and tethered shooting to rapidly capture accurate photographs in a controlled environment. Adapted to adverse environmental conditions on-site to photograph subjects in the field. Edited and retouched photographs using digital editing software to refine content and deliver finished imagery. Some Highlights Include: ● Employed various photography aids and industry tools including studio lightings, strobes, hot lights, and backdrops to create optimized shooting environment. ● Supported marketing operations by creating imagery that maintains a strong visual identity and cohesivity with client’s desired brand image.

Supported editorial content by capturing engaging photographs for print in a prominent magazine publication. Applied expert knowledge to photograph editorial content in accordance with Delta Style’s visual identity, capturing diverse subject matter including public figures, social events, home properties, and social events. Analyzed and identified key subjects in busy environments to maximize shot opportunities in a dynamic setting. Developed visual content for a variety of news stories, feature articles, product spotlights, and human-interest pieces with speed and acuity. Some Highlights Include: ● Coordinated press access with prominent celebrities and public figures including the New Orleans Saints, the cast of Duck Dynasty, and musician Darius Rucker. ● Oversaw full photographic coverage of key events, including the Miss Louisiana Pageant, providing exclusive access to contestants and organizing staff.

Identify and capture key moments to photograph religious services in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Utilize advanced digital photography knowledge to apply optimal settings and capture engaging, lifelike imagery for online publication. Reposition and operate camera and lighting equipment within a busy, noise-sensitive environment to minimize impact and visibility, encouraging natural poses and behavior. Utilized graphic design expertise to create online promotional content including newsletters, weekly bulletins, and church website uploads; provide ongoing consulting services to ensure successful integration of visual content into an optimal marketing strategy. Some Highlights Include: ● Applied digital camera expertise to photograph subjects under diverse conditions using DSLR and Mirrorless technologies. ● Utilized Adobe Photoshop to create high-quality and consistent still images in support of a unified visual identity.