This document is a resume for J. Ryan Barkan who is a photographer seeking to establish himself in the commercial photography field. He has a background in photography and design from growing up in an artistic family. His relevant experience includes photography roles for Audi of Bedford, Bowling Green State University News Paper, and various photography studios. He is currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Visual Communication Technology with a focus on photography from Bowling Green State University.

1. J. Ryan Barkan JohnRyanPhotography@gmail.com 440-­477-­9293
I am a photographer with a passion for design and composition trying to get established
in the commercial photography field.
I’ve always had an eye for detail. Growing up in a family of artists, chefs, and
interior designers, it came fairly naturally. I know that in the right environment I
can thrive and be a tremendous piece in any department be it creative or other,
especially with my skill as a photographer.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:
June 2014-­December 2015 | Photographer/Editor
Audi of Bedford | Bedford, Ohio
• Photograph all incoming new and used cars daily.
• Manage all window decals for the cars: year sticker, warranty, car feature sticker.
• Manage all the photos on the website, keeping each car up to date with proper price,
color, mileage and other relevant information.
August 2012-­May 2013 | Photographer/Editor
Bowling Green State University News Paper | Bowling Green, Ohio
• One of five on location photographers for the BG News tri weekly publication.
• Photographed sporting events, community events, on campus events.
• One of three lead photo editors each week.
• Edited all photographs for the Monday edition and BG News webpage.
May 2011 – August 2011 | Photographer Assistant/Commercial
Advertising
BCR Studios | Willoughby, Ohio
• Assisted head photographer in studio and on location
• Edited and retouched photographs for weddings
• Assist in videography for weddings not on location of wedding.
May 2011 – August 2011 | Production Intern
Smart Business Networks | Westlake, Ohio
• Assist in the production of in house advertising.
• Create fun and new ways to promote in house business
• Create an informative brochure for incoming employees
• Shoot 150+ portraits of employees for company newsletters and other documents
May 2010 – August 2010 | Photographer Assistant
Turi Photography | Mentor, Ohio
• Assisted head photographer in studio and on location
• Edited and retouched photographs for senior portraits
• Created multiple commercial advertisements for company mailings.
• Assisted in final production of photographs (framing, mounting, packaging)

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WORK EXPERIENCE:
January 2014 – June 2014 | Manager
Dakota Watch Company Great Lakes Mall | Mentor, Ohio
• Manage Great Lakes Mall location and two other employees
• Keep track of payroll, repairs, weekly shipment.
• Larger repairs: movement replacement, crystal replacement, watch hand adjustment.
• Drive up sales, increase productivity, encourage good morale, “face of the store
June 2012 – December 2013 | Watch Sales/Repair
Dakota Watch Company Great Lakes Mall | Mentor, Ohio
• Sell Dakota brand watches.
• Change watch batteries and adjust and change watch bands.
• Small repairs: spring bar replacement, push pin replacement.
• Keep store clean, count inventory, count cash drawer and make nightly deposit.
EDUCATION:
August 2007-­ Present | Bowling Green State University
• Undergraduate Major: Visual Communication Technology
• Major focus: Photography and photographical editing.
• Studio composition
• Portrait composition
• Studio and outdoor lighting
• Understanding the proper techniques and usage of photography equipment
SKILLS:
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Lightroom 3
• In studio photography experience
• Illustrator CS6
• Apple OS & Windows OS
• InDesign CS6
• Photography & Videography
• Photoshop CS6
• Outdoor photography experience