Paul Madeley
London,London
Summary
London based photographer Paul has been creating stunning imagery for over 16 years. Alongside commissions, Paul can be found honing his craft with passion projects in his studio.
Paul’s work is primarily portraits for advertising, design and commercial use. Whether in the studio or on location, Paul’s collaborative approach, creative eye and ability to make the brief come alive, see clients return again and again. Paul’s experience as a theatre director and choreographer means that he can communicate easily and clearly with the talent or subject to get what is needed whilst still keeping the shoot spontaneous and fresh. Paul is flexible and can work to any late changes to the brief or last minute requests whilst on set. Paul has worked extensively with the LGBTQIA+ community. He has recently shot a charity campaign for MAC Viva Glam with the finalists of Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK and was a finalist in Mr Gay Great Britain 2023!
Clients include: SKY Creative, Monopoly Life-size, MAC Cosmetics, Attitude, Path Entertainment, Strictly Theatre Company, Freed of London.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Director and Photographer
PND PHOTOGRAPHY
London , London
2007.05 - Current
HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHER
Rutland Partners
London , London
2016.03 - 2024.02
- Set-up equipment and performed test shots of subject or location.
- Performed retouching and colour correction in Adobe Lightroom for optimal results.
- Accurately assessed photoshoot requirements, materials and conditions to determine appropriate equipment selection.
- Resized photographs for use on social media platforms and websites.
- Scheduled meetings with clients to determine goals and expectations.
- Photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution.
Photographer
Studio 79 Performing Arts School
London, London
2017.09 - 2023.09
- Set-up equipment and performed test shots of subject or location.
- Utilised Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom software to add special effects to pictures.
- Photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution.
HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHER
Omina LLP
London, London
2022.04 - 2022.04
- Performed retouching and colour correction in Adobe Lightroom for optimal results.
- Applied digital styling techniques to enhance photo colour and quality, editing to align with brand guidelines.
- Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with clients to achieve customer satisfaction.
- Integrated scenery, background and proper lighting to enhance photography results.
- Photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution.
- Resized photographs for use on social media platforms and websites.
- Scheduled meetings with clients to determine goals and expectations.
- Accurately assessed photoshoot requirements, materials and conditions to determine appropriate equipment selection.
Photographer
Monoply Lifesized
London , London
2022.04 - 2022.04
- Resized photographs for use on social media platforms and websites.
- Utilised Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom software to add special effects to pictures.
Photographer
Saw Experience
London, London
2022.04 - 2022.04
- Photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution.
- Utilised Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom software to add special effects to pictures.
Education
A-Levels - Dance and Art and Design
Yeovil College
Yeovil 09/1997 - 07/1999
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts
Laine Theatre Arts
Epsom 09/1999 - 07/2002
Skills
- Digital photography
- Photoshop
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Art and design
- Digital design
- Photo retouching
- Digital enhancements
- Creative lighting techniques
Timeline
HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHER
Omina LLP
2022.04 - 2022.04
Photographer
Monoply Lifesized
2022.04 - 2022.04
Photographer
Saw Experience
2022.04 - 2022.04
Photographer
Studio 79 Performing Arts School
2017.09 - 2023.09
HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHER
Rutland Partners
2016.03 - 2024.02
Director and Photographer
PND PHOTOGRAPHY
2007.05 - Current
A-Levels - Dance and Art and Design
Yeovil College
09/1997 - 07/1999
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts
Laine Theatre Arts
09/1999 - 07/2002