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Shaun Black

Photographer And Cinematographer
Road Town,Tortola

Summary

For Shaun J. Black, photography has always been more of a birthright; an instinctive passion than it has ever been a job. Despite a clear natural affinity for media, Shaun humbly credits his father, John, for inspiring him to pursue a career in photography based entrepreneurship.

Having completed a degree in Computer Studies his focus on photography remained evident. Following a life-changing family crisis in 2015, Shaun decided that he would experience life as he wanted; behind a lens.

He assumed management of John F Black Photography, the Territory’s most sought after and influential studio, and has since been credited with directing and shooting millions of social media impressions worth of imagery including acclaimed event, maternity and birthday shoots.

Shaun has also worked independently on dynamic projects including high-octane cinematography for upcoming urban brands and his own digital showcase.

The result of his natural talent and wealth of experience is a renowned photographer whose work represents some of the Virgin Islands’ foremost visual art. Now his genius is turned towards immortalising the incomparable beauty of moments in our Caribbean lives as still, photographic art.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Photographer

John F Black Photography
Road Town, Tortola
01.2017 - Current
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Performed advanced computer processing of images for assignments.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
  • Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.

Cinematographer

John F Black Photography
Road Town, Tortola
01.2017 - Current
  • Performed research on available locations, sun position, props and weather conditions at prospective film sites.
  • Own and operate professional cinema camera (Sony FS5).
  • Elevated video quality through creative and tasteful sound design and color grading.
  • Read and understood scripts, shot lists and location plans.
  • Planned number and type of cameras, angles and lighting requirements for shoots.
  • Remained up-to-date on current trends and new technology to acquire better images.
  • Oversaw post-production activities by performing editing, color corrections and motion graphic design, guaranteeing high production value.
  • Performed test shoots by using different focal lengths and camera placements.

Education

Associates Degree - Computer Studies

H. Lavity Stoutt Community College, Tortola, British Virgin Islands
08.2015 - 07.2017

Skills

Digital design

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Timeline

Photographer - John F Black Photography
01.2017 - Current
Cinematographer - John F Black Photography
01.2017 - Current
H. Lavity Stoutt Community College - Associates Degree, Computer Studies
08.2015 - 07.2017
Shaun BlackPhotographer And Cinematographer