About me

My name is Aaron Minto and I am writing this cover letter as I believe I would be suitable for this positioned advertised as a graduate producer. I have just successfully graduated from three years of studying BA (HONS) Digital Photography at the university of Ravensbourne with a 2: 1 second-class degree. I've always had a passion for photography, and I believe that the opportunity you are offering is something I think would allow me to continue with my development and grow to build on my skills and knowledge within the industry.

I have 5 years experience working with young people as a youth mentor and also a trustee with Snow-Camp and Roupel park community. Throughout my learning I have developed good knowledge and teaching of what it would be like working in the photographic industry from setting up a studio, working as an assistant, graphic design for magazines to print. I am a really keen and enthusiastic individual and enjoys working hands on with different equipment.

I have experience in many different areas in photography, both in studio and on location and really like to engage myself with a project and get involved. I like to assist with setting up and breaking down of equipment when working as an assistant on shoots and I have previously had work experience with gripvan and really enjoyed my time their working with the company and experiencing different equipment that I have not used before. Also I have gained the qualification of becoming a Phase one certified professional and can work with Phase One camera and Capture One Software. Other software I have also become a competent user of includes Photoshop, Illustrator and Lightroom. I find knowing these different platforms is imperative when delivering quality images to a client as they need to be well organised and of a very high standard.

Through my experiences as a photographer I have developed good communication skills, I pride myself in being able to talk confidently to people from all walks of life making them feel at ease. I see this as an essential tool for my job. With my skills, experience and knowledge I would be able to offer you a highly motivated young individual who is keen to keep developing his vast skills set.

I look forward to hopefully hearing back from you

Regards

Aaron Minto

Skills

App Development, Cinematography, Film, Filming, iPhone / iPad, Lighting, Photo Editing, Photo-Journalism, Photography, Photoshop, Post Production, Sound Engineering

Sector Experience

Arts, Audio / Visual, Crafts, Design, Film (Short / Documentary), Fine Art, Painting & Sculpture, Photography, Sports