richard harris
© Richard T Harris Photography / Richard Harris and / or Express & Star / MNA Media / REACH Plc
A creative, resourceful and motivated photographer and picture editor, with the necessary drive and determination to succeed in a demanding competitive industry. Aware of the power of a photograph and the need of a high quality visual approach when taking, sourcing and selecting pictures for publication. Able to work on own initiative whilst demonstrating good communication and organisational skills.
EMPLOYMENT
Photographer
Freelance 01/2016 - Present
Photographer producing high quality images responding to diverse range of client briefs, approaches and styles.
Specialising in documentary, charity, public relations, commercial and news photography.
Maintaining brand standards and building relationships with clients to creatively fulfill their requirements.
Able to work on own initiative or as an effective team member.
Knowledge of professional digital photography equipment.
Understanding of copyright legislation, privacy and other legal obligations associated with photography.
Computer skills and knowledge of professional image workflow using Adobe and Microsoft software on Apple Mac and P.C.
Regular corporate clients include -
Reach PLC, Camelot / The National Lottery, JD Wetherspoon, and The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership
Regular charity clients include -
Nationally - Cancer Research UK, NSPCC, RoSPA, Activity Alliance, UK Active and British Blind Sport.
Locally - Acorns Children’s Hospice, St Giles Hospice, Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice
Deputy Picture Editor / Photographer
Express & Star (MNA Media), 05/2005 - 12/2015
Photographer across all MNA Media titles producing quality images covering assignments including news, features and sport. Using own initiative creatively reaching the visual potential of the subject.
Deputy Picture Editor managing the picture desk on the country’s biggest selling, award winning regional newspaper, associated titles and websites.
Working closely with the editor, reporters and artists to meet strict deadlines.
Sourcing content from photographers and agencies negotiating and managing images and budgets.
Managing a team of photographers ensuring assignments are covered whilst maintaining quality and brand style.
Able to store and retrieve images stored in digital and print archives efficiently.
Using social media as a source of content for print and online.
Multi-media experience producing, sourcing and editing relevant footage to enhance the printed content.
Photographer
Central Independent Newspapers, 01/2005-05/2005
Press Photographer producing high quality images relevant in content and approach to the style of the paper.
Photographer
Midland Weekly Media, 11/2002-01/2005
Photographer within the group working on a whole spectrum of editorial assignments including breaking and community news, sport and features.
Photographic Library Manager
Flying Colours, 11/2000-06/2001
Photographic library management, supplying a portrait image service to the House of Commons/Lords, National Newspapers and other Media.
Freelance photographic commissions and assignments -
Dudley Borough Interfaith Network, West Midlands.
Photographic commission documenting the diverse religious practices within the borough and the Interfaith network.
Castle Vale Housing Action Trust, West Midlands.
Photographic commission artistically observing the deterioration and redevelopment of Birmingham’s largest housing estate.
Gallery 37, West Midlands.
Community art project teaching 16–24-year-olds photography, digital art and creative development.
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council, Kent.
Photographic commission documenting the Tunbridge Wells Winter Street Festival.
Photographer Experience
The Sunday Times – Editorial and features photographer.
Birmingham Evening Mail – Editorial and features photographer.
The Scotsman, Edinburgh, Scotland – Editorial and features photographer.
EDUCATION
First Class BA (Honours) Degree in Advertising and Editorial Photography from the Kent Institute of Art and Design
NCFE Level 4 NVQ in Press Photography
Youth Work: Arts and Young People Advanced/Community Partnership Award – 6 credits at Level Three – National Open College Network
Diploma in foundation Studies in Art and Design at University of Central England
A level – Photography and Geography
City and Guilds Vocational Diploma in Arts and Media Services
Eight GCSEs at C level and above: Including Mathematics, English, and Science.
AWARDS
Photographer of the Year - The Midland Media Awards - Birmingham Press Club.
Trevor Roberts Award - The Midland Media Awards - Birmingham Press Club.
Regional Photographer of the Year Nominee - Society of Editors
The Observer, David Hodge Awards Nominee.
The Sunday Times, Ian Parry Awards - Nominee.
EXHIBITIONS
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery. Dudley Archive and Local History Centre. The Tom Blau Gallery, London. The Zara Rhodes Gallery, Kent. The Association of Photographers Gallery, London.
A creative, resourceful and motivated photographer and picture editor, with the necessary drive and determination to succeed in a demanding competitive industry. Aware of the power of a photograph and the need of a high quality visual approach when taking, sourcing and selecting pictures for publication. Able to work on own initiative whilst demonstrating good communication and organisational skills.
EMPLOYMENT
Photographer
Freelance 01/2016 - Present
Photographer producing high quality images responding to diverse range of client briefs, approaches and styles.
Specialising in documentary, charity, public relations, commercial and news photography.
Maintaining brand standards and building relationships with clients to creatively fulfill their requirements.
Able to work on own initiative or as an effective team member.
Knowledge of professional digital photography equipment.
Understanding of copyright legislation, privacy and other legal obligations associated with photography.
Computer skills and knowledge of professional image workflow using Adobe and Microsoft software on Apple Mac and P.C.
Regular corporate clients include -
Reach PLC, Camelot / The National Lottery, JD Wetherspoon, and The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership
Regular charity clients include -
Nationally - Cancer Research UK, NSPCC, RoSPA, Activity Alliance, UK Active and British Blind Sport.
Locally - Acorns Children’s Hospice, St Giles Hospice, Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice
Deputy Picture Editor / Photographer
Express & Star (MNA Media), 05/2005 - 12/2015
Photographer across all MNA Media titles producing quality images covering assignments including news, features and sport. Using own initiative creatively reaching the visual potential of the subject.
Deputy Picture Editor managing the picture desk on the country’s biggest selling, award winning regional newspaper, associated titles and websites.
Working closely with the editor, reporters and artists to meet strict deadlines.
Sourcing content from photographers and agencies negotiating and managing images and budgets.
Managing a team of photographers ensuring assignments are covered whilst maintaining quality and brand style.
Able to store and retrieve images stored in digital and print archives efficiently.
Using social media as a source of content for print and online.
Multi-media experience producing, sourcing and editing relevant footage to enhance the printed content.
Photographer
Central Independent Newspapers, 01/2005-05/2005
Press Photographer producing high quality images relevant in content and approach to the style of the paper.
Photographer
Midland Weekly Media, 11/2002-01/2005
Photographer within the group working on a whole spectrum of editorial assignments including breaking and community news, sport and features.
Photographic Library Manager
Flying Colours, 11/2000-06/2001
Photographic library management, supplying a portrait image service to the House of Commons/Lords, National Newspapers and other Media.
Freelance photographic commissions and assignments -
Dudley Borough Interfaith Network, West Midlands.
Photographic commission documenting the diverse religious practices within the borough and the Interfaith network.
Castle Vale Housing Action Trust, West Midlands.
Photographic commission artistically observing the deterioration and redevelopment of Birmingham’s largest housing estate.
Gallery 37, West Midlands.
Community art project teaching 16–24-year-olds photography, digital art and creative development.
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council, Kent.
Photographic commission documenting the Tunbridge Wells Winter Street Festival.
Photographer Experience
The Sunday Times – Editorial and features photographer.
Birmingham Evening Mail – Editorial and features photographer.
The Scotsman, Edinburgh, Scotland – Editorial and features photographer.
EDUCATION
First Class BA (Honours) Degree in Advertising and Editorial Photography from the Kent Institute of Art and Design
NCFE Level 4 NVQ in Press Photography
Youth Work: Arts and Young People Advanced/Community Partnership Award – 6 credits at Level Three – National Open College Network
Diploma in foundation Studies in Art and Design at University of Central England
A level – Photography and Geography
City and Guilds Vocational Diploma in Arts and Media Services
Eight GCSEs at C level and above: Including Mathematics, English, and Science.
AWARDS
Photographer of the Year - The Midland Media Awards - Birmingham Press Club.
Trevor Roberts Award - The Midland Media Awards - Birmingham Press Club.
Regional Photographer of the Year Nominee - Society of Editors
The Observer, David Hodge Awards Nominee.
The Sunday Times, Ian Parry Awards - Nominee.
EXHIBITIONS
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery. Dudley Archive and Local History Centre. The Tom Blau Gallery, London. The Zara Rhodes Gallery, Kent. The Association of Photographers Gallery, London.