Jaleon Montgomery
Phoenix
Summary
Creative visual artist with proven track record in professional photography. Known for delivering high-quality work, ensuring client satisfaction, and adapting to changing project demands. Brings strong focus on team collaboration, consistently producing results that exceed expectations. Skilled in photo editing software and lighting techniques, valued for reliability and adaptability.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Photographer
One51
07.2024 - Current
- Directed photo shoots, ensuring creative vision aligned with client expectations and project goals.
- Managed post-production workflow, enhancing image quality through advanced editing techniques and software.
- Collaborated with clients to define photography styles, themes, and deliverables for diverse projects.
- Implemented innovative techniques in lighting and composition to elevate overall visual storytelling.
- Balanced multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
Wildland Firefighter
Siphon Draw Fire & Fuels
03.2023 - Current
- Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior.
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Performed backfire operations to contain advancing fires by burning fuel ahead of them.
- Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
- Built containment lines around the perimeter of an active wildfire using shovels, Pulaskis and chainsaws.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Coordinated with both federal and state agencies during incident response activities.
Photographer
The RealReal
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Handle product with high quality standards
- Take photos of styled mannequin from varies angles
- Achieve hourly and daily quota while maintaining an organized workspace
- Assist with movement of physical product
Photographer
Hatclub
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Deliver quality products within deadlines established by clientele.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Photograph, style, and model products by clientele.
- Inventory management and creative director of photoshoots.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ05-2018
Skills
- First Aid Certified
- Fire Suppression Tactics
- Community Education
- Conditions Assessment
- Project Management
- Director of Photography
- Deadline Oriented
- Coordination
- Creative Team Leader
- Proficient in Photoshop, Lightroom, & PremierPro
- Client Relations
- Equipment Preparation
- Lighting Expert
- Visual Design
- Retouching and Color Correction
- Superb Attention to Detail
- Flexible Creative Approach
- In-depth camera knowledge
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of Burberry Campaign for renowned women boxer Rama Ali.
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Lead Photographer
One51
07.2024 - Current
Wildland Firefighter
Siphon Draw Fire & Fuels
03.2023 - Current
Photographer
The RealReal
07.2022 - 12.2022
Photographer
Hatclub
11.2021 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Estrella Mountain Community College