As a passionate Sports Photographer, I specialize in capturing the essence of athleticism and spirit through visually compelling imagery. ✦✦✦ Specialties ✦✦✦ ➢ On-location Photography ➢ Adobe Creative Suite ➢ Composition & Framing ➢ Aftershoot Software  ➢ Cross-Functional Team Collaboration ➢ Scheduling & Coordination ➢ Sports Video Editing ➢ Canon DSLR & Mirrorless equipment ➢ Image Curation ➢ Visual Storytelling ➢ Photo Editing ➢ Sports Content Creation With hands-on experience in dynamic environments, I have successfully enhanced audience engagement and storytelling for university athletics and various social media platforms. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated key strengths that I bring to any organization: √ Dynamic Content Creation: I excel in producing captivating visual narratives for live events and social media updates, ensuring that fans and stakeholders are engaged in real-time. √ Timely Execution: By overseeing efficient photo acquisition and distribution, I provide athletes and parents with prompt access to images, fostering a strong sense of community and support. √ Creative Coordination: I have successfully organized and executed weekly photoshoots that highlight athlete talents and university spirit, showcasing dedication to enhancing institutional pride. √ Leadership & Collaboration: With strong leadership abilities, I guide photoshoots and coordinate with team members, creating an environment that promotes collaboration and creative expression. √ Versatile Portfolio: My robust portfolio features a diverse range of subjects, from sports and campus life to portraits and events, showcasing my adaptability and creative growth. √ Technical Expertise: Proficient in Adobe Lightroom and the Adobe Creative Suite, I refine photographic outcomes to meet professional standards and elevate visual storytelling. Moreover, I am committed to pushing creative boundaries and expanding my skill set in photography. As I look to bring my expertise to new opportunities, I am eager to collaborate with teams that value visual storytelling and aim to elevate their media presence.

Claire Runkel

As a passionate Sports Photographer, I specialize in capturing the essence of athleticism and spirit through visually compelling imagery. ✦✦✦ Specialties ✦✦✦ ➢ On-location Photography ➢ Adobe Creative Suite ➢ Composition & Framing ➢ Aftershoot Software  ➢ Cross-Functional Team Collaboration ➢ Scheduling & Coordination ➢ Sports Video Editing ➢ Canon DSLR & Mirrorless equipment ➢ Image Curation ➢ Visual Storytelling ➢ Photo Editing ➢ Sports Content Creation With hands-on experience in dynamic environments, I have successfully enhanced audience engagement and storytelling for university athletics and various social media platforms. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated key strengths that I bring to any organization: √ Dynamic Content Creation: I excel in producing captivating visual narratives for live events and social media updates, ensuring that fans and stakeholders are engaged in real-time. √ Timely Execution: By overseeing efficient photo acquisition and distribution, I provide athletes and parents with prompt access to images, fostering a strong sense of community and support. √ Creative Coordination: I have successfully organized and executed weekly photoshoots that highlight athlete talents and university spirit, showcasing dedication to enhancing institutional pride. √ Leadership & Collaboration: With strong leadership abilities, I guide photoshoots and coordinate with team members, creating an environment that promotes collaboration and creative expression. √ Versatile Portfolio: My robust portfolio features a diverse range of subjects, from sports and campus life to portraits and events, showcasing my adaptability and creative growth. √ Technical Expertise: Proficient in Adobe Lightroom and the Adobe Creative Suite, I refine photographic outcomes to meet professional standards and elevate visual storytelling. Moreover, I am committed to pushing creative boundaries and expanding my skill set in photography. As I look to bring my expertise to new opportunities, I am eager to collaborate with teams that value visual storytelling and aim to elevate their media presence.

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As a passionate Sports Photographer, I specialize in capturing the essence of athleticism and spirit through visually compelling imagery.

✦✦✦ Specialties ✦✦✦

➢ On-location Photography
➢ Adobe Creative Suite
➢ Composition & Framing
➢ Aftershoot Software 
➢ Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
➢ Scheduling & Coordination
➢ Sports Video Editing
➢ Canon DSLR & Mirrorless equipment
➢ Image Curation
➢ Visual Storytelling
➢ Photo Editing
➢ Sports Content Creation

With hands-on experience in dynamic environments, I have successfully enhanced audience engagement and storytelling for university athletics and various social media platforms.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated key strengths that I bring to any organization:

√ Dynamic Content Creation: I excel in producing captivating visual narratives for live events and social media updates, ensuring that fans and stakeholders are engaged in real-time.

√ Timely Execution: By overseeing efficient photo acquisition and distribution, I provide athletes and parents with prompt access to images, fostering a strong sense of community and support.

√ Creative Coordination: I have successfully organized and executed weekly photoshoots that highlight athlete talents and university spirit, showcasing dedication to enhancing institutional pride.

√ Leadership & Collaboration: With strong leadership abilities, I guide photoshoots and coordinate with team members, creating an environment that promotes collaboration and creative expression.

√ Versatile Portfolio: My robust portfolio features a diverse range of subjects, from sports and campus life to portraits and events, showcasing my adaptability and creative growth.

√ Technical Expertise: Proficient in Adobe Lightroom and the Adobe Creative Suite, I refine photographic outcomes to meet professional standards and elevate visual storytelling.

Moreover, I am committed to pushing creative boundaries and expanding my skill set in photography. As I look to bring my expertise to new opportunities, I am eager to collaborate with teams that value visual storytelling and aim to elevate their media presence.

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Experience Level

Photo
Expert
Adobe Lightroom
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Intermediate
Adobe Premiere Pro
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Butler University
August 12, 2020 - May 10, 2024

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Other

Experience Level

Photo
Expert
Adobe Lightroom
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Intermediate
Adobe Premiere Pro
Intermediate