Helen Nickisson
Blenheim,Marlborough
Summary
Dedicated and skilled photographer, currently working part-time as a photography tutor for REAP Marlborough. Experienced in the operation and management of a photo centre, ensuring top-quality customer service, and utilizing strong photography skills. Proficiency in Photoshop and Lightroom, coupled with creative flair, with the ability to transform ordinary photos into stunning visual memories. Committed to delivering outstanding results for customers while maintaining an organized and efficient work environment.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Reporter
Stuff Marlborough Express
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Researched and produced daily news reports.
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
- Covered local events and breaking news, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
- Utilized excellent photography skills to capture compelling images to accompany articles.
- Maintained active engagement with the audience through social media platforms.
Freelance Photographer
Self
03.1995 - 11.2017
- Worked as a freelance professional photographer for 23 years in South Africa, before moving to New Zealand in November 2017.
- Specialized in lifestyle photography, school portraits, and real estate photography.
- Captured meaningful moments and produced high-quality photographic memories.
Journalist
The Highvelder
03.1994 - 02.1995
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
- Attended events and wrote news articles.
- Utilized photography skills to accompany news articles.
Photo Centre Assistant
Foto First
06.1991 - 02.1994
- Assisted in the management of a photographic processing lab and studio.
- Engaged in over-the-counter sales of photographic supplies.
- Operated photographic printing machines and conducted studio photography.
Journalist
The Lowvelder
09.1988 - 03.1990
- Engaged in general news reporting and photography.
- Managed editorial content of all supplements to the main newspaper.
- Collaborated with the advertising department regarding supplements.
- Edited, designed, and laid out supplements.
Journalist
The Lowvelder
04.1984 - 10.1985
- Engaged in general news reporting and photography.
- Took sole responsibility for the editorial content of a new publication within the group, the "KaNgwane News."
- Edited, designed, and laid out KaNgwane News and coordinated with the advertising department.
- Conducted training for freelance reporters.
Journalist
Witbank News
09.1981 - 03.1984
- Progressed through an in-house training program to become a Senior Journalist.
- Reported on local events with photography and written news articles.
- Voluntarily spent time in the newspaper's darkroom, learning film processing techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Witbank High School
Witbank, South Africa1979
Skills
- Excellent listening, communication, and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and in team
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Highly skilled photographer
- Efficient in operation of photo centre
- Strong proficiency in Photoshop and Lightroom
- Creative photo editing and enhancement
- Positive, can-do attitude with excellent problem-solving skills
Timeline
Staff Reporter
Stuff Marlborough Express
12.2020 - 12.2021
Freelance Photographer
Self
03.1995 - 11.2017
Journalist
The Highvelder
03.1994 - 02.1995
Photo Centre Assistant
Foto First
06.1991 - 02.1994
Journalist
The Lowvelder
09.1988 - 03.1990
Journalist
The Lowvelder
04.1984 - 10.1985
Journalist
Witbank News
09.1981 - 03.1984
High School Diploma -
Witbank High School
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