Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Certification
Extra Activities
REFEREES
Timeline
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Gerrishon Mwangi

Gerrishon Mwangi

Limuru,Kiambu District

Summary

Dedicated Photographer who exhibits a true love for the craft, art and science of creative photography process. With an artistic talent and eye for detail to create professional images and who Inspires others with creative insight and enthusiasm. Versed in composition, lighting and image editing to produce quality results. Creativity and flexibility to work with different assignment requirements and goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Photojournalist

Office of The Deputy President
Nairobi, Kenya
09.2022 - 10.2024

As the official photographer in the Office of the Deputy President, which is a refined blend of professionalism, discretion, and artistic excellence to every assignment. Some of my major tasks were to,

  • Ensured timely delivery of high-resolution images for publication deadlines.
  • Covered a wide range of topics including politics, sports, arts, producing visually stimulating content.
  • Navigated complex environments to secure impactful shots under pressure.
  • Produced striking images with careful composition and framing techniques.

Professional Photographer

H.E.Rigathi Gachagua
Nairobi, Kenya
05.2022 - Current
  • Well equipped with wide range of creative photography of individuals and groups at interior and exterior locations for social media use.
  • Arial videography & photography operations using drone to enhance on creativity and achieve highly composed images.
  • With average of 300 images per day, use digital editing techniques and Adobe software to improve colour, composition and intensity of images by 10% thus creating traffic for online presences.

Professional Photographer

Self employed
Limuru, Kiambu
07.2018 - 05.2022
  • Managed appointment bookings for high-quality events ie, Corporate, Documentaries, Structural photography, wedding photography services in different locations (Over 200 weddings).
  • Worked with all levels of customers for private photoshoots, corporate and studio sessions.
  • Applied digital styling techniques to enhance photo colour and quality, editing to align with brand guidelines.
  • Photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution.
  • Resized photographs for use on social media platforms and websites.
  • Performed retouching and colour correction in Adobe Lightroom for optimal results.
  • Worked with customers to bring creative visions to life for special events.

Product Photographer / Footwear designer

Bata Shoe Company LTD
Limuru, Kenya
07.2012 - 07.2018
  • Photographed high-quality images for both print advertisement, website and online marketing increasing sales by 15%.
  • Worked efficiently in advertising department
  • Led and executed new product shoots, displaying item features and benefits supporting sales department achieve laid down targets.
  • Liaised with marketing and design teams to deliver high-quality assets for successful campaigns.
  • Using computer aided design (CAD) and traditional hand-drawing techniques through adaption of existing ones created designs and sample patterns for men's, and children's footwear.
  • Oversee development of product samples and prototypes.

Assistant Graphic Designer

Bata shoe Company LTD
Limuru, Kenya
07.2012 - 05.2018
  • Designed engaging brochures, banners and signs for printing.
  • Created corporate branding, designing cohesive looks from logos to letterheads.
  • Oversaw design development from concept to completion, including branding graphics, print design and marketing collateral meeting set deadlines by 90%.
  • Developed engaging marketing and promotional materials to generate revenue and grow client bases ie. Newspaper/Billboards advertisements.

Graphics Designer

Impress & Inkit LTD
Nairobi, Nairobi
02.2011 - 05.2012
  • Designed engaging brochures, banners and signs for printing. Created corporate branding, designing cohesive looks from logos to letterheads.
  • Creatively interpreted client briefs to develop and produce unique, engaging design packages.
  • Used skills in Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop to create unique images and layouts.
  • Met client deadlines through excellent workload planning and prioritisation with 80% achievement.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Induction Program for Staff of the Office of Deputy President

KENYA SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT
KENYA
10/2023 - 10/2023

Diploma in Arts & Design (Graphics Design) KNEC OPTION - Fine Arts (Graphic Design)

Buruburu Institute of Fine Arts
Nairobi
01/2008 - 12/2010

KCSE 2004 - KCSE -2007

Kirimara High School
Nyeri, County
01/2004 - 11/2007

Certificate of Primary Education - KCPE

Icuga Primary School
Nyeri
01/1994 - 01/2003

Skills

  • Experienced in all different kinds of indoor/outdoor photography as well as real time delivery of images different photography setups
  • Strong aesthetic sense and high-quality post-production
  • Technical knowledge of multiple camera technologies
  • Extensive communication, cooperation, and service skills
  • Critical thinking, analysis, and strong attention to small details
  • Photo editing skills Enhance, polish, and elevate each image to its full potential With advanced skills in tools like Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Capture One, to fine-tune colour, lighting, sharpness, and composition while maintaining the authenticity of the images
  • Video Production & Editing -Telling Stories in Motion Using tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, for video production process—from framing the shot and capturing crisp footage to editing with smooth transitions, audio syncing, colour grading, and motion effects

Additional Information

Name: Gerrishon Migwi Mwangi

Date of Birth: 31 05 1987

Gender: Male

Religion: Christian

Marital Status: Married

Certification

  • Drawing and Painting Training -2000-2010
  • Art of Beautiful writing (Calligraphy) 2002-2022
  • Supervisory skills development training 2017
  • Environment health and safety training 2016

Extra Activities

-Playing music instruments & Indoor games ie. Billiard, Darts

-Spending time in automotive industry (Car enthusiast)

REFEREES

Principal Buruburu Institute of Fine Arts. Mr Karanja: Phone: 0722 211316

Lecture Buruburu Institute of Fine Arts. Mr Maina: Phone: 0722 648336
Chief Editor Phoenix Publishers: Mr Wangai Kariuki Phone: 0721800579.

Arcon Construction CEO : Mr Maina Phone: 0722169525

Timeline

Senior Photojournalist

Office of The Deputy President
09.2022 - 10.2024

Professional Photographer

H.E.Rigathi Gachagua
05.2022 - Current

Professional Photographer

Self employed
07.2018 - 05.2022

Product Photographer / Footwear designer

Bata Shoe Company LTD
07.2012 - 07.2018

Assistant Graphic Designer

Bata shoe Company LTD
07.2012 - 05.2018

Graphics Designer

Impress & Inkit LTD
02.2011 - 05.2012

Certificate of Higher Education - Induction Program for Staff of the Office of Deputy President

KENYA SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT
10/2023 - 10/2023

Diploma in Arts & Design (Graphics Design) KNEC OPTION - Fine Arts (Graphic Design)

Buruburu Institute of Fine Arts
01/2008 - 12/2010

KCSE 2004 - KCSE -2007

Kirimara High School
01/2004 - 11/2007

Certificate of Primary Education - KCPE

Icuga Primary School
01/1994 - 01/2003
Gerrishon Mwangi