Andrea Soto López
Guaynabo
Summary
Creative Photographer offering expertise in customer service, project management and teamwork. Talented at various photography styles, identifying client needs and providing innovative suggestions. Practiced in on-location shoots, studio set-ups and equipment maintenance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Photojournalist
Claridad Newspaper
01.2024 - Current
- Developed long-term relationships with sources, enabling access to exclusive stories and fostering trust within the community.
- Captured compelling images by covering various events and community gatherings.
- Collaborated with journalists to develop cohesive visual narratives that complemented written articles and enriched overall story content.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the field, demonstrating flexibility in composing shots under unpredictable circumstances.
- Maintained professional standards while working under tight deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of captivating images for publication.
- Covered the 49th Claridad Festival and the 2024 San Sebastian Festival.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
Photography Lab Assistant
Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted with support duties such as managing the front desk, prepare student and teacher equipment loans, testing equipment and taking pictures for institutional activities.
- Worked closely with students from the department on computer and photo laboratories.
- Maintained equipment organized in the studios.
Photography and Digital Art Program Specialist
Camp Canadensis
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed, coordinated and administered photography, digital art, graphic design and sticker design programs.
- Established goals and created action plans to achieve goals.
- Promoted a space for creative freedom, independence, decision making and multi-tasking.
- Built intercultural relationships with people from all around the world.
- Was an in bunk counselor for Upper Junior Girls (8-9 yr olds)
Product Photographer
Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Set up product shots and selected props, styling, and lighting.
- Created visually dynamic images using advanced composition techniques that effectively showcased products in their best light, generating increased customer interest.
- Handled lighting, composition and photo styling.
- Produced multiple views of each product.
Live Event Photographer
San Juan Moda
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Captured moments by skillfully photographing various events, including runways, backstage, and social gatherings.
- Maintained a professional demeanor while interacting with diverse clientele and adapting to various event settings and challenges.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality images and consistently meeting deadlines for photo processing and delivery.
- Anticipated key moments during live events enabling quick reaction times for capturing candid shots.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture great images.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
Sports Photographer
Rochester Institute of Technology, RIT
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Take pictures in action at local and state games for both; The Yams and Spuds frisbee team.
- Captured high-quality sports images by utilizing advanced photography techniques and equipment.
- Optimized image storage systems, categorizing digital files for easy access and retrieval when needed.
- Adapted shooting style according to different lighting conditions, weather factors, or venue specifications to achieve optimal results.
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Collaborated with other photographers to capture special events.
Vicepresident
AFUSC, Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Cultivated strong relationships with other club members, including the president, treasurer, vocals, and student community to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Assist the president of the photography club with the logistics of the annual Photo Finish exhibition at the Antiguo Arsenal de la Marina Española at the Viejo San Juan, Puerto Rico.
- Assist with the college fair table held monthly and provide information about the association to students who were interested in being part of the group.
- Be part of a one day program teaching senior students the programs of Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom as well as basics of studio lighting.
Live Event Photographer
Pastry Lovers Fest
11.2018 - 11.2018
- Captured memorable moments by skillfully photographing various events, including competitions like cookie decorating and cake assembly, live cooking classes by guest chefs, and competition winners alongside with their creations.
- Maintained a professional demeanor while adapting to various event settings and challenges.
- Adjusted and modified photos using digital and computer manipulative applications.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
Planning and Assembly of the Annual Art Exhibition
Central High of Visual Arts
04.2018 - 05.2018
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient organizational systems and workflow processes.
- Assisted in the assembly and logistics of the annual photography exhibition.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Photography
Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
Santurce, Puerto Rico05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art Photography
Rochester Institute of Technology, RIT
Rochester, New York12.2022
High School Diploma -
Central High of Visual Arts
Santurce, Puerto Rico06.2018
Skills
- Creative vision
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Lighting techniques
- Image Editing
- Photo composition
- Adobe Photoshop
- Darkroom film development
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Visual storytelling
- Problem-Solving
Certification
- Certificate of participation in Photo Finish exhibit, Universidad del Sagrado Corazón [2020]
- Collaboration and support to the Ferré Rangel School of Communication in Pre-University Workshops [2019]
- Certificate Tende'era Mental Health Conference, Universidad del Sagrado Corazón [2019]
- Certificate of participation with the Student Council for being part of the Women in Power exhibition, Universidad del Sagrado Corazón [2018-2019]
- Certificate for participation in the Unesco Center of Culture for Contribution to the recovery of Puerto Rico after hurricane Maria, Central High of Visual Arts [2018]
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
A2
French
Beginner
A1
American Sign Language
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Photography and Digital Art Program Specialist
Camp Canadensis
06.2024 - 08.2024
Photojournalist
Claridad Newspaper
01.2024 - Current
Product Photographer
Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
11.2023 - 11.2023
Photography Lab Assistant
Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
10.2023 - Current
Live Event Photographer
San Juan Moda
10.2023 - 11.2023
Sports Photographer
Rochester Institute of Technology, RIT
09.2022 - 10.2022
Live Event Photographer
Pastry Lovers Fest
11.2018 - 11.2018
Vicepresident
AFUSC, Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
08.2018 - 05.2019
Planning and Assembly of the Annual Art Exhibition
Central High of Visual Arts
04.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Photography
Universidad Del Sagrado Corazón
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art Photography
Rochester Institute of Technology, RIT
High School Diploma -
Central High of Visual Arts
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