Erica Urech Email & Phone Number

Camarillo, California, United States

Santa Barbara Ca

Spearheading the Film Makers Portrait Studio and managing the team that covers all Q&A's for the festival is my favorite part of the year. Managing a creative team of up to 10 while in a fast-paced and fun environment that creates loyalty and camaraderie is essential in having photographers return year after year to a volunteer.

Santa Barbara, California Area

• Proficient in using DSLR cameras, lighting equipment, and editing software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.• Experienced in portrait, landscape, and event photography.• Developed a unique style and creative vision through personal projects and collaborations.• Published work in various online and print publications, including Reuters, New York Times, Full 2 page spread in Paris Match in Jan 2023.• Provided professional photography services for clients in tech, film, and for families. Clients Include:ReutersBloombergNew York TimesSanta Barbara International Film Festival McConnells Fine Ice CreamsPWC - New YorkYuki TokyoUGG AustraliaPacific Business Times The T.S. Wiley Protocol PharmaceuticalsThe Independent

Los Angeles, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

The duties of a photo assistant can vary depending on the specific needs of the photographer or studio, but generally, they include: Equipment Handling: Assisting with setting up, organizing, and maintaining photography equipment such as cameras, lenses, lighting, and accessories. Studio Setup: Helping to set up and break down the photography studio, including setting up backdrops, props, and any necessary equipment for the shoot. Lighting Assistance: Assisting with lighting setups, including positioning and adjusting lights according to the photographer's instructions. This may involve setting up and adjusting studio lights, reflectors, diffusers, and other light modifiers. Assistance During Shoots: Providing assistance to the photographer during photo shoots, which may include adjusting camera settings, holding reflectors or diffusers, and ensuring that equipment is ready and accessible. Learning and Development: Continuously learning and improving photography skills and techniques, as well as staying updated on industry trends and developments.

Santa Barbara, California, United States

Santa Barbara, California, United States

•Assisted in organizing and overseeing a team to drive operational excellence during a chaotic film festival.•Used industry expertise, customer service skills, and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty with a good attitude and grace.•Cultivated positive rapport with fellow teammates to boost company morale and promote employee retention for years to come.•Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Santa Barbara, California Area

I provided support for an international airline consulting company that stretched from US to Europe to the Middle East that worked to lower CO2 Emissions and make airlines more fuel efficient and greener. My role was to work closely and exclusively with the CEO. My key achievements within this role were:Travel• A large part of my duties included travel arrangements for staff and CEO with only a few days notice to travel to at least three countries within a 2-week period. • Yelp used exclusively for dinners with colleagues• Prepared travel arrangements within budget.• Coordinated the Emissions Conference in Amsterdam accurately and efficiently. Correspondence & Meetings• I was present for meetings via videoconference to transcribe meetings into condensed notes.• Corresponded on behalf of the owner of FSI with leaders of globally known airlines and companies who closely work with the US government.Payroll• I initiated a new method for invoicing, which was then implemented, and updated regularly.

Edmunds.com is one of the most comprehensive and widely known websites as a vehicle resource website based in Los Angeles California. My role as Image enhancer was to retouch images within Photoshop of vehicles for website upload. • Photoshop to colour correct and use keyboard short cuts to retouch and enhance images for other employees to use. • 360 degree spins using Adobe flash for uploading to the web. • Consulted on photography techniques while on set.• Worked exclusively on a Mac and Wacom tablet.