Victor Santana is a dedicated and experienced photographer based in Chula Vista, CA with over 10 years of experience in studio, fashion, wedding, and event photography. He has extensive knowledge of photography equipment and tools as well as Photoshop and Lightroom. Some of his areas of expertise include DSLR cameras, studio and on-location photography, photojournalism, and lighting. He has worked as a freelance photographer for over 20 years specializing in weddings, fashion, portraits, and events.

1. Victor E. Santana
Chula Vista, CA
(619)621-1145
victoresantana@gmail.com
Dedicated and energetic photographer with 10+ years extensive experience in Studio,
Fashion, Wedding and Event Photography. Competent in capturing high quality images
and organizing photoshoots from start to finish with confidence and professionalism at all
times. In depth knowledge of working with advanced photography equipment and tools.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
• Advance Experience with most DSLR & SLR Cameras
• Photoshop CS & LightRoom
• Image processing / Digital Imaging
• Studio & On-Location
• Photo-Journalism
• Lighting (On Location & Studio)
FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE
Photographer | San Diego, CA | August 1998 – Present
• Specializing in Weddings, Fashion, Portraits, Studio & Event Coverage
(Journalistic Approach to Wedding & Event Photography)
• Pre-edit and edit images as needed
• Process photographs by resizing and retouching them
• Ensure appropriate photo quality
• Work with clients to decipher project needs
• Work with various clients to ensure management of all photography assignments
• Prepare shoot sites as needed for particular projects

2. • Set up equipment and tools as needed for projects
Photographer’s Assistant DeSerra Photo Studio / Aug 2012 – Nov 2012
Day to day operations of the photo studio which included running Photo Studio on days
when owner was occupied with on location shoots which was typically 3-4 Days; typical
day was Photography of families, children, high school seniors, head shots etc. Also
performed digital imaging (image retouching), graphic design, social media management
and sales.
• Responsible for creating new content for Social Media Marketing
• Ensured clientele was photographed according to the studio owners signature style.
• Got a first hand experience in running a photo studio
Director of Photography & Marketing / Irelia Fine Jewelry 2012
In charge of Brand Awareness across all social media platforms, Internet Media &
Marketing, Custom Fine Jewelry Photography, Digital Imaging, light website design. I
also assisted the owners with road shows with event photography and as a customer
service rep for the jewelry store at their major events.
Director of Photography / Photo-Journalist SanDiegoish.com 2006-2009
SanDiegoish.com was a San Diego Based news publishing site dedicated to covering the
arts, major events in the city, nightlife, ; (i.e. Comi-Con, Red Bull Air Races, ASR, Mardi
Gras etc.)
Studio Partner / Photographer AJ Photo Studio 2004-2006

3. As a Studio Partner I was responsible for assisting the studio with existing clientele and
bringing in my own clientele. Responsibilities included Studio Portraits, Weddings, On
location sessions, Digital Imaging, Sales, 2nd Photographer.
Press Photographer / Nostika Magazine
As a Press Photographer at Nostika Magazine I Photographed the San Diego Night Life
at various Prestigious night clubs, exclusive red carpet events and was also the assigned
Journalists to each of the events I was assigned to.
EDUCATION
Southwestern College / Chula Vista, CA
Major: Photography
GPA: 2.5
Successfully completed all Major Photography & Digital Imaging courses required by the
program
RELEVANT SKILLS
• Aesthetic sense
• Understanding of conventional and digital photography
• Experience with digital photography and computer-aided photographic software
• Good eye for texture, space, design, and color balance
• Well-versed in still, motion, color, and black and white photography
• Valid driver’s license with excellent driving history