Robin Jamkatel
94 parsons at, Boston, MA, 02135
(1)-224-717-0978
Jamkatel96robin@gmail.com
Objective:
Flexible and level-headed technical photographer with experience in many customer
service and physical labor jobs. adaptable and easy-going worker, who does whatever job is
needed. Versed in both traditional film and modern digital photographic formats and techniques.
Has a knack for Adobe Photoshop, BW/Color darkroom processing, flatbed/Hasselblad flex tight/drum scanning proficiency, and digital/darkroom printing.
Education:
- Master of Fine Art in Photography, Massachusetts College of Art and Design, projected 2026
- Bachelor of Arts in Photography, Columbia College Chicago, Graduated 2023
- Associate of Arts, Harper College, Graduated 2020
Work Experience:
Photography Studio Assistant, Pirrello Digital Imaging, Chicago, IL [Jul 2023 - Present]
- Comprehensive product photography experience
- Efficient studio and location setup and breakdown
- Meticulous product preparation
- Effective gear management
- Diligent equipment maintenance
- Exceptional teamwork skills
- Proactive problem-solving
- Positive work environment contribution
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Capture One
- Keen eye for detail
- Experienced in following client guidelines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Efficient studio and location setup and breakdown
- Meticulous product preparation
- Effective gear management
- Diligent equipment maintenance
- Exceptional teamwork skills
- Proactive problem-solving
- Positive work environment contribution
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Capture One
- Keen eye for detail
- Experienced in following client guidelines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
Photo facility Worker, Columbia College Chicago, Chicago, IL [2020-2023]
- Managed equipment and hazardous chemicals such as black & white and color chemistry for
the photography department in the school.
- Conducted opening and closing duties that required careful attention to detail and precision.
- Oversaw the Darkroom, Computer lounge, and Photo Studio
- Assisted students with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, In Design, and Capture One Pro
software.
- Troubleshoot technical errors in printers, studio lighting, digital/film cameras, and computers.
the photography department in the school.
- Conducted opening and closing duties that required careful attention to detail and precision.
- Oversaw the Darkroom, Computer lounge, and Photo Studio
- Assisted students with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, In Design, and Capture One Pro
software.
- Troubleshoot technical errors in printers, studio lighting, digital/film cameras, and computers.
Front Desk Manager, Asylum Skate Park, Lake Bluff, IL [2019]
- Monitored the safety of the skate park
- Reported issues directly to supervisors
- Responded immediately to critical incidents and acted swiftly in emergencies
- Became certified to teach skateboarding lessons.
- Managed the facility, skatepark, and front shop independently
- Assisted in the building of skatepark obstacles
- Did all necessary janitorial duties
- In charge of cash and credit card transactions at the front desk, sales, patron check-in, and
building of skateboards.
- Reported issues directly to supervisors
- Responded immediately to critical incidents and acted swiftly in emergencies
- Became certified to teach skateboarding lessons.
- Managed the facility, skatepark, and front shop independently
- Assisted in the building of skatepark obstacles
- Did all necessary janitorial duties
- In charge of cash and credit card transactions at the front desk, sales, patron check-in, and
building of skateboards.
Awards, Exhibitions, Showings:
- Senior class best fine art, Columbia College Chicago Manifest [2023]
- Artist in residence, South Facing Windows studio, Chicago [2023]
Group Shows:
- Design Impact, co-curated and exhibited, Columbia College Chicago [2023]
- Curated Fridge, exhibited, in Boston and NY galleries [2023]
- Manifest book exhibition, exhibited, Columbia College Chicago [2023]
- Terra Forma, co-curated and exhibited, Phantom Troupe Gallery [2023]
- Nepali Fest art show, exhibited and judged, Nepal Fest [2023]
References:
Available upon request.