Ellis Murrell
Leeds,West Yorkshire
Summary
I am an emerging fashion, portraiture and fine art photographer, eager to work in the creative field of the fashion industry after recently completing my masters degree in ashion enterprise and society. My commitment to learning and practicing new techniques and adapting to different environments allows me to create dynamic images of the highest standard. I thrive when working both collaboratively and independently, and I posses exceptional communication skills built from years of working in varied environments. These skills are crucial in ensuring that everyone working on a project is on the same page in terms of what the final outcome will be in order to exceed client expectations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Creative in Residence
Leeds Arts University
Leeds, Yorkshire
11.2023 - 02.2024
- During my residency I have worked independently to complete personal projects.
- I have collaborated with other artists and brands to build portfolios and to produce promotional brand imagery.
- Give presentations and lectures to current students at LAU as well as providing feed back on their work.
- I Provide regular updates to program leaders about progress in my work, concepts and ideas
Event photographer
FACT Liverpool
Liverpool, Merseyside
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Applied digital styling techniques to enhance photo colour and quality, editing to align with brand guidelines.
- Photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution.
- Performed retouching and colour correction in Adobe Photoshop for optimal results.
- Developed a person relationship with performers as to obtain the best quality of images.
- Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with clients to achieve customer satisfaction.
Model
Contact Creatives, Agency 7, Northern Sole Agency
Leeds, Yorkshire
11.2019 - 08.2023
- Traveled to studios and set locations, arriving ahead of time and preparing for shoots.
- Arranged and attended casting sessions with potential clients or agencies.
- Posed for artists to make sketches and paintings to job requirements.
- Demonstrated excellent awareness of space and lighting to make the best use of the location.
- Cooperated with stylists, designers, and hair and make-up artists to fulfill project brief.
- Appeared in music videos, at promotional events, and on leaflets.
- Working as a model gave me crucial insight into how a photographer can get the most from their models in a shoot and especially when making them fell comfortable on set
Studio Assistant
Gimme Kaya
Leeds, North Yorkshire
05.2022 - 05.2022
- Used CaptureOne to assist the photographer in making sure the images were evenly and in focus for the highest level of sharpness.
- Kept studio equipment cleaned, organised and maintained in working order.
- Handled lighting set up, operations and equipment maintenance for various shots.
- Facilitated smooth studio operations, utilising my skills to keep the shoot flowing.
Photographer
Social Hours
Liverpool, Leeds, London
09.2019 - Current
- Photographed high-quality images depicting artists and crowds, showcasing their fun safe space.
- Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with clients to achieve customer satisfaction, adapting stylistic approaches when shooting in low-light conditions.
- Met with clients prior to events to discuss what they wanted from me and how this could best be achieved.
- Developed a personal relationship with the artists allowing them to stay comfortable while I shot them.
Band and promotional photographer
Samurai kip
Liverpool, Merseyside
02.2018 - 11.2020
- Turned client concepts into reality and received consistent positive feedback.
- Composed pictures with a creative and technical eye for detail.
- Applied lighting effects in Adobe Lightroom, creating moods and emotions to meet client specifications.
- Photographed the band at multiple events and venues working in a variety of lighting conditions both good and bad, however, I was able to adapt to the situations to meet the needs of the band and to produce a high level of imagery.
Photographer
BDSA - Leeds Beckett University
Leeds, Yorkshire
09.2015 - 09.2015
- Photographed the teams setting up for the first night of celebrations.
- Performed retouching and colour correction in Adobe Lightroom for optimal results.
- Coordinated photographing of the teams during the sports events.
- Photographed the teams during the final night of celebrations.
- Resized the images for social media and promotional purposes.
Photographer
Sound City Music Festival
Liverpool, Mersey
05.2015 - 05.2015
- Resized photographs for use on social media platforms and websites.
- Performed retouching and colour correction in Adobe Lightroom for optimal results.
- Photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution.
- For Sound City 2015, my role was more focused on photographing the sponsor areas of the event for advertisement and promotion for the following year and events.
Photographer
Sound City Music Festival
Liverpool, Merseyside
05.2014 - 05.2014
- Resized photographs for use on social media platforms and websites.
- Applied digital styling techniques to enhance photo colour and quality, editing to align with brand guidelines.
- Photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution.
- Backstage access to photograph artists and crowds for positive promotion of the festival for the following year.
Education
Master of Arts - Fashion Enterprise and Society
University of Leeds
Leeds 09.2022 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Photography
Leeds Arts University
Leeds 09.2019 - 05.2022
Higher National Diploma - Photography
City of Liverpool College
Liverpool 09.2018 - 06.2019
SVQ Level 3 - Photography
City of Liverpool College
Liverpool 09.2014 - 06.2016
SVQ Level 2 - Media Production
City of Liverpool College
Liverpool 09.2013 - 06.2014
GCSEs - Photography
Calder stones School
Liverpool 09.2012 - 07.2013
Skills
- Digital photography
- Composition
- Digital enhancements
- Superb attention to detail
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Video editing
- Canon Mark II proficient
- Capture One
- Image manipulation
- Art and design
- Videography
- Equipment setup and maintenance
- Photoshop
- Creative lighting techniques
- Digital file development
- Black and white dark rooms
- Fashion photography
- Customer service
- Product photography and editing
- Photo retouching
Timeline
Creative in Residence
Leeds Arts University
11.2023 - 02.2024
Event photographer
FACT Liverpool
10.2023 - 10.2023
Master of Arts - Fashion Enterprise and Society
University of Leeds
09.2022 - 09.2023
Studio Assistant
Gimme Kaya
05.2022 - 05.2022
Model
Contact Creatives, Agency 7, Northern Sole Agency
11.2019 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Photography
Leeds Arts University
09.2019 - 05.2022
Photographer
Social Hours
09.2019 - Current
Higher National Diploma - Photography
City of Liverpool College
09.2018 - 06.2019
Band and promotional photographer
Samurai kip
02.2018 - 11.2020
Photographer
BDSA - Leeds Beckett University
09.2015 - 09.2015
Photographer
Sound City Music Festival
05.2015 - 05.2015
SVQ Level 3 - Photography
City of Liverpool College
09.2014 - 06.2016
Photographer
Sound City Music Festival
05.2014 - 05.2014
SVQ Level 2 - Media Production
City of Liverpool College
09.2013 - 06.2014
GCSEs - Photography
Calder stones School
09.2012 - 07.2013
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