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Christine Kao
3830 Vinton Avenue
Culver City, California United States
Phone: 4158899031
Email: chrisuper18@gmail.com
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3830 Vinton Avenue
Culver City, California United States
Phone: 4158899031
Email: chrisuper18@gmail.com
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Photojournalist
Resumes ID: 9982
Resumes Views: 8
Location: Culver City, California, United States
Zip Code: 90232
Posted: 08.05.2024
Updated:
Job Type:
Job Category: Wire Services, Television, Online | New Media, Magazines, Graphic Design, Photo, Academia, Fellowships | Scholarship | Prizes,
Website: https://www.chriscckao.com/
LinkedIn Resume: linkedin.com/in/chriscckao
Objective
Passionate photojournalist and graphic designer dedicated to capturing local communities and social movements. Recognized for strong communication skills, adaptability, and a keen eye for detail. Available for assignments or remote work in Taiwan starting October 2024.Education:
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09.23.2019 - 06.04.2023
University of California, Los Angeles
Design Media Arts
Design Media Arts
Work Experience:
10.18.2019 - 09.09.2023
Staff Photographer and Feature Writer
The Daily Bruin |
• Pitched and created 30+ photo galleries, generating 100k+ views and 40k+ engagements. • Captured 60+ Pac-12 games, 10+ protest events, 4 concerts, and 4 NCAA Championships. • Wrote fact-checked, concise, and informative captions, incorporating research and interviews. • Voted by staffers as the Best News Photographer of 2022-2023.
The Daily Bruin |
• Pitched and created 30+ photo galleries, generating 100k+ views and 40k+ engagements. • Captured 60+ Pac-12 games, 10+ protest events, 4 concerts, and 4 NCAA Championships. • Wrote fact-checked, concise, and informative captions, incorporating research and interviews. • Voted by staffers as the Best News Photographer of 2022-2023.
10.05.2022 -
Part-time Photo Editor Assistant
STAT News / Boston Globe Media |
• Source and curate editorial images for articles from 10+ wire networks and stock databases, evaluating visual appeal, copyright compliance, and sensitivity concerns. • Design 30+ compelling photo illustrations using Photoshop for STAT’s exclusive coverage. • Visualize health and medical stories based on reporters’ texts under tight deadlines, incorporating artistic direction from editors to enhance story engagement. • Write ALT texts to improve SEO and ensure consistent viewing experiences across devices.
STAT News / Boston Globe Media |
• Source and curate editorial images for articles from 10+ wire networks and stock databases, evaluating visual appeal, copyright compliance, and sensitivity concerns. • Design 30+ compelling photo illustrations using Photoshop for STAT’s exclusive coverage. • Visualize health and medical stories based on reporters’ texts under tight deadlines, incorporating artistic direction from editors to enhance story engagement. • Write ALT texts to improve SEO and ensure consistent viewing experiences across devices.
11.01.2021 - 10.05.2022
Graphic Designer
UCLA Athletics |
• Rebranded “Life of a Bruin,” a booklet promoting the resources and spirit of UCLA Athletics. • Created social media graphics for commitment announcements with a quick turnaround. • Designed holiday mailers and recruiting GIFs to attract prospective student-athletes. • Edited photos to enhance their appearance across print materials and digital platforms.
UCLA Athletics |
• Rebranded “Life of a Bruin,” a booklet promoting the resources and spirit of UCLA Athletics. • Created social media graphics for commitment announcements with a quick turnaround. • Designed holiday mailers and recruiting GIFs to attract prospective student-athletes. • Edited photos to enhance their appearance across print materials and digital platforms.
Total Years Experience:
4 yearsSkills:
Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, Illustrator, Bridge, Premiere ProSoftware: Photo Mechanic, WordPress
Languages: Mandarin, Taiwanese
Others: Photojournalism, Photo Research, Graphic Design, Bookmaking, Print Design, Page Layout, Creative Content Creation, PR Writing