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Mona Pourdadras

Essex

Summary

Skilled photographer specializing in portrait styling and creative vision, utilizing Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop to deliver high quality results.

Strong client liaison skills with a commitment to privacy and exceptional service. Offers flexible hours to accommodate various client requirements, especially with children. Proficient in file management and creative thinking, focused on driving client satisfaction through innovative projects.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Freelance School Photographer

Carmel Jane Photography
2025.08 - Current
  • Assisted in capturing individual and group school portraits in various educational settings.
  • Supported professional lighting, posing, and composition to ensure consistent results.
  • Facilitated efficient management of photo sessions while fostering positive atmosphere for students and staff.
  • Aided in setup, data management, and post shoot organisation to maintain smooth workflow.

Portrait photographer

Arax Studio
2016.11 - 2022.12
  • Preparing studio sets for shoots to support efficient workflow.
  • Provided photography packages tailored to individual client needs to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Supported subjects in posing to achieve appealing photographs.
  • Created comfortable environment for subjects to facilitate natural looking portraits.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through effective communication to enhance retention rates.
  • Worked collaboratively with clients to understand their vision for customised photoshoots.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Roudehen University
Iran
2010.09 - 2014.06

Professional Photography Course - Photography

Tehran University
Iran
2017.08 - 2017.10

GCSEs - Functional skills English level 2

New City College
London, England
2024.09 - 2025.05

GCSEs - Functional skills Math level 2

New City College
London, England
2024.09 - 2025.05

Skills

  • Canon camera expertise
  • Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
  • Client liaison and service
  • Patience with children
  • Creative vision and portrait styling
  • Sensitivity to privacy concerns
  • Flexible hours
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management

Gear

Canon R6 MK ii

Timeline

Freelance School Photographer

Carmel Jane Photography
2025.08 - Current

GCSEs - Functional skills English level 2

New City College
2024.09 - 2025.05

GCSEs - Functional skills Math level 2

New City College
2024.09 - 2025.05

Professional Photography Course - Photography

Tehran University
2017.08 - 2017.10

Portrait photographer

Arax Studio
2016.11 - 2022.12

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Roudehen University
2010.09 - 2014.06
Mona Pourdadras