Alan Ko Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

- Founded the business in 2022 to address the lack of affordable professional photography services in the Conejo Valley.- Successfully managed and coordinated hundreds of photography sessions, ensuring client satisfaction and project delivery within deadlines.- Established long-lasting relationships with professional athletes and high-profile clients, enhancing personal and professional networks.- Generated over 1,000,000 impressions across platforms like Instagram and X (formerly Twitter), showcasing impactful visual content that resonates with diverse audiences.

Thousand Oaks, California, United States

- Collaborate with editors to capture compelling visuals that enhance the storytelling of articles.- Utilize advanced photography techniques and editing tools to produce visually appealing content that aligns with the publication's standards.- Work under tight deadlines to meet publication schedules, ensuring all assignments are completed on time.

- Progressively advanced through editorial roles, including People Editor, Photo Editor, and currently Editor-in-Chief.- Directed the production of a student-led yearbook publication, managing strict deadlines and overseeing all aspects of content creation, design, and distribution.- Led a team of 23 students, fostering collaboration and ensuring high-quality work that captures the essence of the school year.- Coordinated with the student body and administrators to create an award-winning yearbook that reflects the school’s achievements and culture.- Developed and executed marketing strategies, successfully selling 900 units of the yearbook annually.

- Founded the club to address the lack of physically active lunchtime activities on campus, creating a space for students to engage in sports and build community.- Designed and implemented a rotational schedule featuring six different sports throughout the school year, catering to diverse interests and promoting inclusivity.- Grew membership to approximately 250 students, establishing the club as the largest on campus.- Organized and led fundraising efforts, successfully raising over $2,000 from local businesses to support club activities, purchase equipment, enhance member experiences and fund philanthropy initiatives

- Rebranded The Lancer journalism website, modernizing its design and optimizing user experience.- Wrote four of the most searched articles in the website’s history by utilizing strategic SEO techniques, driving traffic to the website.- Contributed to the publication being ranked as the 9th best high school newspaper in the U.S. by writing stories that captivated audiences.- Partnered with the editorial team to maintain high standards in digital journalism.

Thousand Oaks, California, United States

- Organized and executed social media campaigns on Instagram and increased account following by 20%.- Served as the primary photographer for the Varsity Boys Basketball Team.- Collaborated with local media to enhance visibility for the team.- Designed captivating graphics to boost attendance at games and fundraisers.

- Elected through an open election by the senior student body to serve as a representative and advocate for senior class interests.- Responsible for planning and executing senior-specific events, such as senior sunrise, senior sunset, and graduation activities, ensuring they meet the expectations and needs of the senior class.- Developed and implemented fundraising initiatives to finance senior activities, raising significant funds through innovative campaigns and engaging the broader school community such as Soak-a-Senior.

- Conducted college-level research to contribute to the development of scholarly articles and studies.- Designed and executed personalized research plans to explore complex scientific questions and hypotheses.- Participated in scientific competitions, showcasing research findings and methodologies to academic and professional audiences.- Gained advanced skills in data analysis, critical thinking, and academic writing through rigorous research activities.

- Captured high-quality images of athletes during off-season training programs to document progress and performance.- Curated and edited images to align with branding and presentation needs, ensuring professional quality for various platforms.- Brand clientele include Kevin Durant, Aaron Rodgers, Alex Singleton, and Jahmyr Gibbs.

Los Angeles, California

- Began acting as a child, featuring in a multitude of movies, TV shows, and commercials.- Film & TV Credits: Deadwood: The Movie, Andi Mack, Game Shakers, and Superstore.- Commercials: Meta Quest Super Bowl commercial and Cal Energy’s “4-9 pm” energy conservation campaign.- Collaborated with directors, producers, and fellow actors to deliver engaging and memorable performances.- Developed a strong understanding of the entertainment industry while honing commutation and on-screen presence skills.

High School Diploma, 12Th, Senior

Activities and Societies: Varsity Football, Intramural Sports - President/Founder, Yearbook - Editor-in-Chief, Journalism -Digital Media.

Summer Intensive Workshop, Journalism, Class Of 2024

Participated in a two week summer journalism intensive at one of the most prestigious journalism workshops in the country. Refined.

Dual Enrollment, Business Administration

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Moorpark Reporter, Dual-EnrollmentStarted dual enrollment as a Sophomore.

Summer Intensive, Journalism

- Summer one week intensive for budding student journalists. - Covered Adobe Creative Suite, On-Camera Work, Photography, AP format.