Colin S. Johnson
Washington, DC
Summary
Accomplished Photographer with a proven track record at Washington National Cathedral, capturing high-profile events and individuals. Expert in photo editing and visual storytelling, blending creative vision with strong compositional skills. Excelled in teamwork and client communication, ensuring memorable coverage of significant moments. Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines, showcasing adaptability and problem-solving prowess.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Photographer
Washington National Cathedral
Washington, DC
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Lead and managed photography for events, publications, and marketing
- Photographed high profile events and individuals, curating and editing photos for all forms of media under very short turnarounds. Events included services for Senator Robert Dole, Secretary Madeleine Allbright, Queen Elizabeth II, book launch by Bono, and high profile discussions by Jeff Bezos and Nancy Pelosi
- Coordinated with Cathedral staff and US Secret Service to determine coverage and protocols for photography at events with POTUS, FLOTUS, VPOTUS, etc.
- Photographed Cathedral community at diverse range of events including Pride Day Parade, HBCU events, Matthew Shepard dedication, as well as holidays and special events
- Covered full arc of the artist selection, design, and installation of the Forever Windows replacing formerly confederate windows. Images of artist Kerry James Marshall were picked up by national news feeds, including NBC.
Photographer
Sisson Studios
Springfield, VA
05.2004 - 12.2019
- Architectural photographer providing construction progress, aerial photography, and final images for construction firms, government, and commercial clients including Marriott, The Smithsonian, the Pentagon, and the various Washington Memorials.
Event Photographer
Hirshhorn Museum And Sculpture Garden
Washington, DC
06.2008 - 09.2014
- Event photographer for Hirshhorn launch events and evening receptions
- Work featured on the cover of the Hirshhorn Magazine and Washington Post Weekend Section,
Event Photographer
Metro Teen Aids
Washington, DC
05.2008 - 12.2010
- Covered event photography for youth group organization of LGBTQIA+ teens. Events provided safe spaces to gather for at-risk teens.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.1993
Skills
- High profile event photography
- Creative artistic vision
- Strong compositional skills
- Photo editing, including Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom
- Post-processing proficiency
- Social Media
- Visual storytelling
- Client Communication
- Aerial Photography
- Macro Photography
- Nature and Wildlife photography
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Image Editing and Retouching
Timeline
Photographer
Washington National Cathedral
07.2021 - 12.2023
Event Photographer
Hirshhorn Museum And Sculpture Garden
06.2008 - 09.2014
Event Photographer
Metro Teen Aids
05.2008 - 12.2010
Photographer
Sisson Studios
05.2004 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
West Virginia University
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