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CHRISTOPHER D ROBERTS
: CURRICULUM VITAE

D.O.B: 7th May 1981
Martial Status: Single
Address: 7 Compton Road, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13 5EN [Also bases in Liverpool, London and Cardiff]
Mobile contact Number: 07830 179 023
E-mail: cdr_photography@yahoo.co.uk
Full English driving licence with own transport

Personal and professional objectives

I have always had an active interest in photography, and in addition, the possibilities different medias offer. I am especially interested in digital techniques and the use of computers within the field of photography. I am a dedicated, hard working, enthusiastic individual who is able to work well both independently and as part of a team, combining a friendly, positive attitude with a good sense of humour. Though I realise the advantages associated with working with people who take a similar approach to imaging, I am also aware of the benefits connected with working alongside those who take a differing and perhaps conflicting approach to photography.

Personally I strive to find and complete new challenges whilst my primary objective professionally is to continue to develop my creative ability and expand upon my existing knowledge of photography as a whole. Consequently I aim to utilise both my professional and personal experiences to create original and unconventional images.


Employment/ Work experience

Freelance Photography

2004
· Model portfolio
· Shoot for music promotional company
· Portrait shots

2003
· Shooting for varied book presentations, both studio and location based
· Portfolio shoots for actors
· Commercial promotional work for business.
· Extreme sports shoots
· Wedding photography


Formal Employment

September 2002 to present date - Jessops, Yeovil: During my time at Jessops I have gained a more comprehensive knowledge of photographic equipment, whilst continuing to keep up with the ever advancing digital market. I have also utilised my time with the company to increase my skills when dealing with the general public, having been required on several occasions to resolve problems which occur within the everyday working environment and achieve a satisfactory conclusion for both company and customer. Other responsibilities include training staff, handling money and organising large deals, which involves achieving a rapport and gaining the trust and confidence of the customer. From this I have learnt the importance of a personal and thorough service.

Summers 2000 & 2001 Various Warehouse work

Education

September 1999 - June 2002
Blackpool and the Fylde college: BA (hons) Photography While there work experience includes;
· Publicity shots for Metropole hotel.
· Portfolio shots for actors.
· Musical theatre production publicity photos.
· Selling personal work through exhibition.

September 1997 - July 1999
Yeovil College Somerset: Advanced Art GNVQ (merit) integrated with art Foundation.

September 1992 - June 1997
Stanchester Communiyty School awarded GCSE grades: four B's, four C's and two D's.

During summers while at Blackpool college worked at ScrewFix Direct and Branstons Potatoes were being able to work independently and as part as a team was very important.




Additional interests and relevant skills

During my spare time I enjoy visiting many different areas and locations in the UK and I am consequently comfortable with having to travel to complete assignments. My experience at college and from work since has given me a competent knowledge of digital, 35mm, large and medium format photography, studio lighting and location work. I also have a confident knowledge of Photoshop and various other computer programs utilised within digital imaging.