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Anastasios Ketsios

Chicago,IL

Summary

Long time photographer/director/ producer. Currently run production company with partner in Los Angeles and Chicago.


Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Director/Producer

PushstopFilms
01.2019 - Current
  • Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Liaised with directors, actors and other creative staff to successfully complete projects.
  • Coordinated with vendors to obtain supplies needed for shoots at best value for money.
  • Maintained project costs through careful budgeting and monitoring of expenditures.
  • Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
  • Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members.
  • Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
  • Oversaw lighting, graphics, audio and camera movements in TV and movie filmmaking.
  • Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations.

Lead Photographer

ImageCollective
06.2004 - Current
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
  • Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
  • Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
  • Researched new camera equipment and accessories.
  • Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
  • Collaborated with clients to create engaging photo albums.
  • Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
  • Monitored trends in photography to stay current in industry.
  • Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
  • Shot photographs in controlled lab, field, and remote environments.
  • Captured stunning images for variety of projects.
  • Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
  • Trained new photographers in use of camera equipment and editing software.
  • Facilitated printing of images for client's portfolio.
  • Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
  • Generated cost-effective solutions for client's photography needs.
  • Managed team of photographers for special projects.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production

Columbia College, Chicago
Chicago, IL
06-2003

Skills

  • Production scheduling
  • Social media strategy
  • Content development
  • Media buying
  • Creative direction
  • Script writing
  • Strong creative vision
  • Production team leadership
  • Budget oversight
  • Technical direction
  • Storytelling
  • Creative vision

Timeline

Director/Producer

PushstopFilms
01.2019 - Current

Lead Photographer

ImageCollective
06.2004 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production

Columbia College, Chicago

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