About me

Ellie Kidger specialises in analogue photography, more specifically portraiture and documentary. Currently based in Manchester, Kidger experiments with collage and moving image that often is shown throughout her work. With a variety of experience outside of university working on location shoots and studio sets, her studies at Manchester Metropolitan University have given valuable knowledge in conceptual photographic practises and technical skills.

Freelance

- Portraits and headshots for Manchester Musicians

- Photography and Behind the Scenes for multiple music videos

- Assisted videographer for Motto Estate music video

- Photographer at multiple music events

- Commissioned work outside of UK for small businesses (Airbnb hosts/managers)

Studio Experience

Un.tilted Studios Manchester - February 2021

Experience in working in a fast-paced studio environment through my internship; the roles include being a runner for the director and cameramen, behind the scenes photography for social media content and making refreshments/socializing with the set to make a comfortable environment.

IMM Models

I have completed several test sessions with a model agency based in Manchester. This involves working with clients that I have never seen before, finding locations, and then bringing me, the stylist, and the model to these locations. The day involves me leading in art direction, and Photoshop retouching in post-editing. In doing so, I experienced the feeling of working in a fashion-based environment, but due to Covid restrictions, we have not yet been able to use the studio, which is what I really want to do.

OTHER JOB ROLES

Four years' experience working various roles in The Layer Fox pub such as pot wash, sous chef and eventually head waitress.

Various volunteering in Essex and Manchester, working with young children and elderly people.

Various volunteering roles in Spain and Thailand in hostels.

Cleaner for an Apartment Manager in Portugal

Multiple freelance photography work in Manchester