- I have been a Disc Jockey, Mark Jansen, working at the Dunstable Quadrant nightclub
- Unicorn in Leighton Buzzard
- Didoz, part of the Cally
- Key Club,
- Organised the Under 18's Discos at Ritzy's Chiltern Youth Link (UK Youth)
John Chatterley
Dunstable,Bedfordshire
Summary
I am a passionate photographer and journalist with expertise in travel, event, and street photography. Captures dynamic scenes for print and online publications. Skilled in collaborating with diverse personalities and work styles. Plans and executes photoshoots tailored to specific client needs, enhancing client relationships and satisfaction. Engages with communities to highlight significant stories and foster deeper connections through visual media.
Received a nomination by the Italian Tourist Board at the Travel Media Awards in 2013.
Member of the British Press Photographers Association.
Holder of a UK press card
As an octogenarian, I am not seeking a full-time position, but a part-time position with a local or national title reporting on community issues
Overview
65
65
years of professional experience
Work History
Photo Journalist
Self employed
Luton/Dunstable/Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire
05.2007 - Current
- Planned photoshoots based on specific client briefs.
- Collaborated successfully with a variety of personalities and work styles.
- Captured high-quality images for weddings, ensuring memories are beautifully preserved.
- Delivered engaging photographic notes that highlighted interesting stories and community issues.
- Responded rapidly to breaking news events, capturing images that conveyed the urgency of situations.
- Adhered to strict deadlines, delivering quality photographic content in a timely manner.
Publican
Self employed
Clapham, Bedfordshire
04.1998 - 04.2007
- Trained newly hired employees on service techniques, company procedures and safety processes.
- Oversaw daily pub operations, managing stock control and financial processes to ensure smooth workflow and profitability.
Accountant
Freelance
Luton and Dunstable, Bedfordshire
11.1991 - 04.1998
- Provided freelance accounting services through referrals from Ernst and Young.
- Silver Fox Ltd
- UK Youth
- Letchworth City Council
- Luton Town Football Club
- Dunstable College ..... now Central Bedfordshire College
- Reported operating income and expenses against budgets, identifying trends for future forecasts.
- Coordinated annual reviews with external auditors, ensuring transparency and efficiency in the audit process.
Accountant
Dennison Mfg plc
Watford, Hertfordshire
10.1961 - 09.1991
Produced monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.
- Generated financial statements documenting revenue, expenses and liabilities.
- Reported on operating income, expenses against budgets and forecasted trends.
- Maintained an updated chart of accounts following correct procedures and including current, accurate details.
- Oversaw payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate salary payments to all employees.
- Coordinated with external auditors during annual reviews, facilitating a transparent and efficient audit process.
- Helped departmental managers develop and optimise inventory controls.
- Honoured to hold the Royal Warrant on behalf of the Company
- Company now known as Avery Dennison
Avery Dennison is listed on the stock market under the ticker symbol AVY.
The company's shares are publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
Education
Higher National Diploma - Accountancy
Luton Technical College
Luton, LUT01-1964
Skills
- Photojournalism
- Digital photography
- Digital editing
- Photo editing
- Storytelling
- Client relationship
- Community engagement
Interests
Additional Information
- In this digital age, most people get their news online, much to the detriment and demise of local newspapers. Whatever happened to hold the front page?
- Gone are the days when reporters went out to get a story. Nowadays, many troll social media for stories or take reports from the courts.
- I have also been a Dunstable Councillor both for Central Bedfordshire and the Town Council.
- I have been the Dunstable Mayor
- I was the Chair of the Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service.
- With my wealth of knowledge and contacts, I feel that I could bring many local issues to the local media.
Timeline
Photo Journalist
Self employed
05.2007 - Current
Publican
Self employed
04.1998 - 04.2007
Accountant
Freelance
11.1991 - 04.1998
Accountant
Dennison Mfg plc
10.1961 - 09.1991
Higher National Diploma - Accountancy
Luton Technical College