Jason Dunn

Creative Producer

Salt Lake City | United States

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In my own words

— Jason

I am a Salt Lake City, UT based creative photo/film producer specializing in advertising & lifestyle productions, as well as e-commerce studio workflows.

I have a decade of experience developing media studios and producing content for companies such as Cotopaxi, Columbia Sportswear, and Amazon. In my early years I honed my skills working as a photo assistant, digital tech, and grip in the NYC fashion and entertainment industry. -Capture One Certified-FAA Remote Pilot Certified-Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Premier, and Lightroom- Skilled in Project Management, Digital Asset Management and post production workflows.-Proficiency with a wide range of studio lighting including Profoto, Broncolor, Arri, Briese, and Aputure.-Experience using a variety of camera platforms including Nikon, Canon, Sony, Fuji, RED, Phantom, and Blackmagic. Portfolio: jasondunnphoto.comInstagram: @jason_dunnContact: info@jasondunnphoto.com

Trajectory

Jan 2021 — Dec 2023

Studio Manager · Cotopaxi

Constructed a multi-set studio and built the e-commerce photo and video process from the ground up. Standardized new lighting design, art direction, post production guidelines, and streamlined workflow at all levels of production. • Creative production & project management, including talent and crew booking, budget, permitting, equipment purchase/rental, and post-production/digital asset management. Worked closely with stakeholders to deliver multiple projects within tight deadlines. • As part of creative leadership, helped guide the team in storyboarding and conceptualizing for new campaigns. Collaborated with department heads on creative briefs and strategy.

Jan 2018 — Dec 2021

Photographer · Columbia Sportswear

Established standards for on model and product photography. Worked on set daily as a photographer/videographer for both ecommerce and lifestyle. Retouched images and edited video when necessary. Organized thousands of files across a DAM server. • Worked with the production team alongside creative directors on ad campaigns to ensure proper quality control, styling, and art direction of media across multiple brands. • Implemented ecommerce capture workflow, worked with techs and post-production team in developing automation to streamline the process, resulting in a 150% increase in average daily shot count. Trained and directed 15+ contracted techs and photographers as well as four full time employees.

Jan 2014 — Dec 2016

Digital Tech · Amazon

Worked under the equipment manager to build out the studio at its inception. Assisted in the construction of 28 on-model shooting bays, two editorial studios, and a large equipment room. Continued to work alongside the studio and equipment manager to improve workflow and productivity. • Served as digital-tech and assistant on ecommerce and editorial shoots for Amazon and its sub-brands. Ensured delivery of proper naming conventions and file structures, directed lighting setups, maintained precise image color grading, and proactively aided in any production tasks.