Ben Whitehouse
Walsall,UK
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, and various camera systems including Canon and Sony. Demonstrates proficiency in both natural and artificial lighting, photo editing, retouching, and videography. Adept at creative direction, client collaboration, idea development, and maintaining a strong creative vision. Mastery of image editing software and product photography competence are complemented by a keen aesthetic sense and the ability to set up and maintain studio environments. Known for handling tactful criticism effectively while striving for continuous improvement in visual storytelling.
Dedicated Photographer who exhibits a true love for the craft, art and science of the photography process. Inspires others with creative insight and enthusiasm.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Photographer (Freelance & Contractor)
Self-Employed
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with videographers and clubs to create visual content
- Captured live events, sports, and promotional material
- Worked directly with clients to deliver creative, on-brief content
Floor Fitter (Self-Employed)
Various Clients Across the UK
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Surveyed, uplifted, and installed flooring in gyms, wet rooms, care homes, and building sites
- Managed projects independently and ensured client satisfaction
- CSCS Green Card holder
- Certified in Asbestos Awareness, Manual Handling, and Working at Height
Quality Inspector & Customer Relations
WHS Plastics
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Inspected plastic injection parts for faults and inconsistencies
- Managed client relations and resolved quality concerns
Machine Operator
GCE Fluid Power
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Maintained precision braiding machines
- Reloaded materials and handled fault diagnostics
Education
Level 2 Diploma - Media Studies
Walsall College
01.2012 - 01.2013
Skills
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Photoshop
- Canon camera systems
- Sony camera systems
- Natural lighting
- Artificial lighting
- Photo editing
- Retouching
- Videography
- Creative direction
- Client collaboration
- Idea development
- Creative vision
- Image editing software mastery
- Product photography competence
- Aesthetic sense
- Studio setup and maintenance
- Tactful criticism handling
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Custom
Photography and videography as a personal creative pursuit, always experimenting with new techniques and styles.
Affiliations
- Photography
- Hiking
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Photographer (Freelance & Contractor)
Self-Employed
01.2022 - 01.2025
Floor Fitter (Self-Employed)
Various Clients Across the UK
01.2021 - 01.2025
Quality Inspector & Customer Relations
WHS Plastics
01.2018 - 01.2021
Machine Operator
GCE Fluid Power
01.2013 - 01.2018
Level 2 Diploma - Media Studies
Walsall College
01.2012 - 01.2013
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