Caroline Fechtig

Education

Southern New Hampshire University
2022- Present (Expected graduation November 2024)
B.A. in Graphic Design, Photography

Skills

• Adobe Creative Studio

• Canva

• Collaboration

• Color Theory

• Community

• Copyright Law

• Customer Research

• Fair right usage

• Marketing

• Microsoft Office

• Photo Editing

• Photo Mechanic

• Social Media

• Trend Analysis

Languages

• English (Fluent)

• German (Limited Working Proficiency)

• Spanish (Elementary Proficiency)

Work Experience

Photographer
2015-Present || Freelance

• Traveled up and down the East Coast for a variety of projects

• Experienced in post-production skills such as retouching and color correction

• Carefully picked and set up appropriate cameras, lights, backdrops, etc. for each necessary photoshoot

• Worked with private clients to photograph events such as parties, bridal showers, family/pet portraits, performances, etc.

• Utilized a variety of digital and film cameras to capture different subjects

• Directed both teams and clients during photoshoots to obtain the best photos possible for the project

• Maintained an open line of communication both with client and team (if applicable) during photo editing process while being open to feedback or opinions

• Learned to work with a variety of equipment from different cameras, a wide variety of lenses, etc.

• Worked on contracts to ensure the safety and benefit both parties for a successful business transaction

• Worked with a variety of small businesses to photograph products for advertisement and sale purposes to appeal to customers

Head Designer/Owner
2022- Present || Cruise Creations

• Worked closely with customers to create a team dynamic to completely fulfill their needs/wants

• Created appealing ads to promote business on various social media platforms

• Made custom designs formatted to various products (i.e. bottle labels, stickers, pamphlets, memorabilia, etc.) for online platforms and private clients

• Worked with individuals and companies to edit/create social media content

• Created custom merch designs for smaller scale musical artists

Event Coordinator
2016-2020 || Various Charities

• Volunteered time with various charities to help plan events

• Contacted a variety of entertainment sources such as musicians, influencers, actors, etc. to volunteer their time at these events

• Created flyers, ads, etc. for promotional purposes

• Contacted businesses/vendors for sponsorships, products, raffle prizes, etc.

• Lead teams of 20-300 people from preparing for the event to running the event successfully

• Helped collectively raise $50,000 for multiple charities

• Built temporary event sites for information, promotion, and ticket sales

• Prepped greenrooms for the talent with requested beverages, food, music, furniture, etc.

Custom Framing Specialist
2019-2020 || Michaels/Aaron Brothers

• Personally arranged frame designs with uniquely picked mats, frames, glasses, plaques, etc. for each artwork provided by customers

• In charge of leading different craft classes for a variety of ages

• Tasked with maintaining cleanliness and order in the framing, knitting, and sketching sections of the store

• Completed a wide variety of duties in a fast-paced environment promptly

• Kept stock, unloaded, and took inventory of shipments daily to maintain the organization of the department for all other employees