Ramadhan Babu
Photographer
Mombasa,30
Summary
Creative Photographer with expertise in composition, lighting and image editing. Consistently meets artistic goals and project specifications. Talented in Photoshop, Lightroom and social media platforms. Creative photography professional experienced in composing artistic and technical shots for diverse customers. Expert in studio and outdoor photography. Maintaining equipment to meet all needs. Skilled editor. Proficient in Adobe and coral draw. Dedicated professional with demonstrated strengths in Customer service, time management and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting problems and building Successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Studio Photographer
Chetivity
Nairobi
04.2021 - Current
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express creative vision.
- Scheduled studio appointments to shoot wide variety of subjects.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
Photo Assistant to the Community Reporter
Mobac
Mombasa, Coast
07.2014 - Current
Photographer Volunteer
Mobac
Mombasa, Coast
03.2014 - Current
Event Planner
Fikra Media
Mombasa, Kenya
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Social media management Photo editing Branding management Event planning Digital cause rallies
- Assisted with developing, planning and implementing strategies to promote large- and small-scale events
- Marketing Assessed events overall success and submitted
- Ability to news/multitask
- Oversaw day-of execution for corporate events and meetings, trade conferences, group receptions and Designed and prepared name tags and place cards in supported event manager during client meetings to discuss events objectives and goals
- Promoted events through targeted social media
- Campaigns, brand ambassador partnerships and email., Assisted with developing, planning and implementing strategies to promote large- and small-scale events
- Assessed events overall success and submitted findings for future planning
- Oversaw day-of execution for corporate events and meetings, trade conferences, group receptions and cause rallies
- Designed and prepared name tags and place cards in various formats
- Supported event manager during client meetings to discuss vents objectives and goals
- Promoted events through targeted social media campaigns, brand ambassador partnerships and email newsletters
- Monitored event costs to accurately manage budget and expenses
- Identified special considerations and worked with site Staff to coordinate details
- Brought in guests with effective marketing strategies targeting specific demographics.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
Event Photographer
Fikra Media
, Kenya
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Coordinated busy schedule of on-site appointments, Location shoots and personal portraiture
- Captured artfully composed images using expertly selected lenses, camera settings and lighting Techniques
- Maintained all studio equipment, props and supplies to high standard
- Branded images with consistent styles based on personal expertise or client requests
- Stayed up-to-date on industry best practices, trends and new technologies
- Shot, unique, artistic photos through knowledge of Composition and photography fundamentals
- Installed and mounted pictures, equipment and Camera on walls and displays
- Edited and applied software effects and filters to Captured photos
- Coordinated weddings, graduations and special event Photography.
- Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
- Adjusted, modified and networked photos using digital and computer manipulative applications.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
Photographer
M.c.i
Mombasa, Coast
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Scheduled studio appointments to shoot wide variety of subjects.
- Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
Graphic Designer
Ruto Bureau
Mombasa, Coast
01.2014 - 07.2018
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
- Designed creative digital displays used in online advertising for local businesses.
- Developed innovative designs for variety of clients in graphic design industry.
Photojournalist
True Black Records
Mombasa, Coast
06.2017 - 05.2018
- True black record | Mombasa, Kenya Shot, unique, artistic photos through knowledge of composition and photography fundamentals
- Maintained all studio equipment, props and supplies to high standard
- Created memorable photography for special events to delight clients
- Coordinated weddings, graduations and special event photography.
Senior video editor/photographer
Heavy Weight Pictures
Kwale, Kenya
02.2014 - 02.2016
- Assisted with in-studio recording by placing microphones on talent, checking sound quality and adjusting lighting
- Edited and applied software effects and filters to captured photos
- Edited video from shot list, storyboard and scripts
- Directed camerawork, audio capture and sound design on shoots.
Education
Digital Communications And Multimedia
Reuters
USA 01.2023 - 08.2023
Certificate - Secondary Education
Likoni Secondary
Kenya 03.2014 - 07.2017
Certificate - Computer Graphics
Data Network Institute
Kenya Mombasa 04.2012 - 07.2018
Skills
Canon Mark II proficient
Visual design
Digital enhancements
Retouching and color correction
Digital design
Video Editing
Digital Photography
Equipment setup and maintenance
Logo design
Photography composition
Branding strategies
Digital imagery
Illustration
Image manipulation
Timeline
Digital Communications And Multimedia
Reuters
01.2023 - 08.2023
Studio Photographer
Chetivity
04.2021 - Current
Event Planner
Fikra Media
01.2020 - 07.2021
Event Photographer
Fikra Media
01.2019 - 01.2020
Photojournalist
True Black Records
06.2017 - 05.2018
Photographer
M.c.i
02.2017 - 07.2018
Photo Assistant to the Community Reporter
Mobac
07.2014 - Current
Photographer Volunteer
Mobac
03.2014 - Current
Certificate - Secondary Education
Likoni Secondary
03.2014 - 07.2017
Senior video editor/photographer
Heavy Weight Pictures
02.2014 - 02.2016
Graphic Designer
Ruto Bureau
01.2014 - 07.2018
Certificate - Computer Graphics
Data Network Institute
04.2012 - 07.2018