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~ Offering a creative passion for capturing images and delivering unique, creative and quality products ~

Creative and highly accomplished Professional Photography with an extensive background in developing innovative, unique and appealing images. Proven success in portrait, commercial and editorial photography and editing activities. Recognized for attention to detail, eye for creativity and ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure, deadline oriented environments. Profound knowledge of various production/editing software systems as well as industry trends and technologies. Able to work with various types of photography and camera systems. Experience working with high-profile clientele, including chart-topping musical artists, celebrities and models. Expertise includes: 

Studio Photography • On-Site Photo Shoots • Lighting Design • Retouching & Editing • Still/Portrait Photography
Digital Media • Photo Shoot Logistical Planning • Project Management • Client Relations • Social Media Management

Technical Skills: Canon Cameras, Strobe/Fluorescent/Hot Lighting Systems, Tethered and Remote Shooting, 
Mac & PC, Adobe Cloud Photoshop/Lightroom, Capture One

Provide various photography services to diverse clientele, including on-site photo shoots and event photography. 
Work closely with clients to develop a clear and concise game plan according to their individual needs. 
Handle all logistical tasks, including scheduling, booking models, location scouting and equipment rentals. 
Communicate with client during all phases of the project, from initial contact through final delivery, to ensure compliance with client expectations, schedule and budgetary guidelines. 
Manage all business administrative functions, including client acquisition, marketing/digital marketing strategies, social media management and financial oversight network with existing clientele to build referral pipeline. 
Retouch and edit all images prior to finalization using a variety of computer software to ensure optimal quality. 
Previous clients include: Madison Magazine, Capital City Harley-Davidson, Berry Chill Yogurt Couture and Madison Fashion Week. 
Shot the cover and 2 editorials for the premier issue of Spectrum Magazine, published by Madison Magazine. 
Worked with singer/songwriter, Rose Falcon, for Cigar Snob Magazine. 
Executed calendar photo shoots for Capital City Harley-Davidson, Bros Lacrosse and Horney Goat Brewing. 
Photographed some of the biggest entertainers in the world, including Kiss, Rascal Flatts, Trey Songs, Mike Epps, Iggy Azalea and Ludacris.

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Michael Brooks: Photographer in Madison, WI

Michael Brooks: Photographer in Madison, WI

Michael Brooks

University of Wisconsin - Madison