Ryan Clark

About the Candidate

Curriculum Vitae

Ryan Clark, Photographer.

Address: 63B Wakefield Road, Garforth, Leeds, LS25 1AR.

Contact number: 07957731406

Contact email: Ryanclark7893@gmail.com

Portfolio: www.clarksports.myportfolio.com

 

 

 

Personal Statement

I am a motivated and passionate professional with an enthusiasm for sport photography and media content creation. Able to perform as an independent professional after working on a range of different projects. Familiar with contemporary photography technology, mixed with a natural ability to communicate and connect. Bringing dedication, expertise, a variety of skills, and a desire to progress as a professional. I work on media projects from video to photography and run my own golf YouTube channel documenting my journey as a golfer. You can see my channel here: www.youtube.com/@ClarkToPar

 

Experience, Photography.

 

I2i International Soccer Academy – August 2024-Present

 

I currently work as a professional sports photographer for i2i. I cover different football matches, media days, and training sessions around the country. I capture shots of each player on the team, edit the photographs, and then share them within a short time frame. This has helped me to improve my photography professionalism, taught me so much about sport photography, and has made me improve my editing abilities tenfold.

 

Please see an example of my sport photography work in this area here: www.clarksports.myportfolio.com

 

 

RC020 Photography – August 2023-Present

 

I have worked as a freelance photographer, completing different projects for several different clients, including the Emirates FA Cup, Adobe Women’s FA Cup and more.

 

Starting as a hobbyist, and slowly venturing into professional photography, I have a very diverse portfolio. This has also allowed me to acquire knowledge in the field, from equipment awareness to technique, to develop over time. My specialities are sport and event photography, but range as far as street and subject photography. I have a comprehensive knowledge of editing software’s, including Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Experience, other work.

 

Apple – Specialist, August 2021 – August 2023.

Working as an in-store specialist, my tenure began on a temporary contract. I was then offered a permanent contract after performing in role to a commendable standard. Responsibilities for this role include providing in-depth advice on current technology, processing intricate transactions, performing product software fixes, and troubleshooting product issues. I have utilised and developed technological knowledge in a professional and contemporary environment. Personal customer satisfaction figure lies at 94% since the beginning of tenure, above the nationwide average. Knowledge of Apple products and contemporary technology is of an excellent standard. Feedback from team leaders and managers during personal performance reviews show:

An ability to adapt and overcome new challenges and situations.
Independent worker, onboarding assignments that increase and stimulate capabilities.
Excellent customer service abilities with a distinct customer focus, connecting with customers during interactions.
An ability to receive feedback and apply it to the role.
The Co-operative – Customer team member, January 2024-March 2024.

Working as part of a team to run the store, daily activities included monitoring and ensuring stock was properly delivered and displayed in the branch. As well as this, ensuring all customers were happy and felt welcome, this helped develop my interpersonal and professional communication skills.

 

River Island – Retail Advisor, December 2019-July 2020.

Originally starting as a temporary member of staff, a permanent contract was secured after meeting set goals and quickly adapting to the role. Key responsibilities included: coordinating deliveries, organising inventory, and interacting with customers and providing top quality customer service.

 

GO Outdoors – Retail Advisor, March 2016 – September 2016.

Worked in role as the lead of camping and utilities department. Putting into practice abilities in independent working, organisation, and attention to detail. This role stimulated and developed my skills in collaboration and teamwork, demonstrated by assisting the other departments when they needed support.

 

Yorkshire Bank – CSO and Teller, July 2014 – August 2014.

Employed on a 6 weeklong internship as a customer service advisor and bank teller. This role involved the handling and processing of thousands of pounds daily. As well as this, I received training on how to combat crimes such as fraud. This role helped me develop my professional awareness and composure during stressful scenarios.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Education

MSc, Merit, Management.

University of Lincoln, graduated February 2021.

Key content covered and practiced during these studies:

 

Financial forecasting.
Leadership strategies.
Marketing strategies.
Global supply chain analysis.
Key skills developed and achievements during this time studying included:

 

Being an effective team leader during the completion of challenging projects and changing scenarios (agile working).
Communication skills as both a follower and a leader put into practice.
Acknowledging feedback, planning, and facilitating change.
Leader of a team project where we were to establish a business plan and plan a global supply chain.
 

BSc (Hons), 2:2, Computer Science.

University of Lincoln, graduated May 2019.

The completion of this degree developed an array of technological skills in my profile:

 

Competency in programming languages: C#, SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python and more.
Competency in full Microsoft Office package to an advanced degree.
Excellent abilities in report writing for projects, written English was developed and applied effectively to context during studies.
Projects undertaken during this time of studying includes the development of web applications, and mobile applications. Understanding of the intricacies of both the software and hardware aspects to computer science was something developed during these studies.

 

A-levels.

Garforth Academy Sixth Form, graduated June 2015.

Studied subjects include Applied Computing, Sociology, and General Studies. Grades achieved were BBBC.

 

GCSEs.

Garforth Academy High School, graduated June 2013.

12 GCSEs all at A*-C grade. Inclusive of Maths, English and Sciences.

 

 

 

Other skills and achievements

Run Leader for the University of Lincoln Athletics team (2017-2018) – Responsible for the planning, organisation and leading of 3 weekly runs for the team.

National Careers Academy (2013-2014) – 1 of only 12 successful applicants to gain a place on the scheme. The programme concluded with the further opportunity for the internship at Yorkshire Bank. I succeeded in gaining one of only two places for the internship.

Tae Kwon Doe black belt (2007) – Achieved at 9 years old.

Youth Motorcycle Sporting Association Super National event (2008) – International motocross final for 40 top qualifying racers, placing finally 17th.

Avid sport enthusiast – Golfer (handicap of 3), footballer, climber, runner, motorcyclist.

 

 

 

References available upon request.