DANIEL TAYLOR           415.215.3000         djt@danieljosephtaylor.com

SKILLS

Expert knowledge of Adobe Photoshop CS6, Bridge and Lightroom 4
High-end photo retouching, color-correction and compositing skills
Utilize Digital Asset Management to backup, catalog, retrieve and archive extensive volumes of images
Scanning and printing skills (drum and flatbed scanners, wide-format printers and software RIPs)
Expertise with Mac software and hardware (operation and troubleshooting/repairing)
Thorough knowledge of Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office products
Professional working knowledge of digital capture utilizing cameras and lenses across multiple formats
Proficiency in traditional film capture, enlarger/tray-based custom b&w printing, darkroom management
Can prop and light various studio and location scenarios utilizing natural or studio lighting
Studio management: admin duties, producing/scheduling, research/marketing/database, web/graphic design
Collaborative leadership abilities and interpersonal skills with emphasis on open, clear communication
Excessive attention to detail and quirky enjoyment of organizing
Enjoy working closely with clients and team members to get the shot from capture to final image

EXPERIENCE

Freelance Digital Artist, Technician, Photographer, Consultant and Assistant
January 2003 to Present

Lead Digital Artist, Technician and Assistant
Steven McBride Photography, Inc., Weaverville, NC
www.stevenmcbride.com
May 2001 to November 2012

As lead digital retoucher/artist/technician/assistant and second shooter, I was responsible for digital capture and all aspects of post-production including: digital asset management, file conversion, adjustment and retouching, color management, image quality and consistency, scanning and printing.

I successfully functioned as both a team leader and group member. I have trained and managed small teams during the busy seasons. My leadership is calm, patient and personable. I lead with a focus on inspiring team members to achieve excellence. I am detail oriented, with a vision and eye for the big picture.

From concept to final product, my interactions with clients exhibit mature interpersonal and customer service skills. A few of the clients I’ve worked with include: Wyndham Hotel Group, Del Webb/Pulte Homes, YouTube, Wells Fargo, Cabela’s, Michelin, BF Goodrich, Uniroyal. Lowe’s, Biltmore Estate, NC and TN Travel and Tourism, National Geographic Adventure, Backpacker, Club Car, Mission Health

Black & White Darkroom Printer  
Audrey Goforth Photography, Asheville, NC
www.goforthphoto.com
May 2001 – Aug. 2003

Responsible for traditional enlarger/tray-based, custom black and white printing, and machine exposed/processed black and white prints

EDUCATION
2006   Photoshop World
2005   Photoshop World
2000   B.A. in Art with Photography emphasis (magna cum laude), Brevard College, Brevard, NC
1999   Photography workshop, Penland School of Crafts, Penland, NC