Customer Services & PR, Relationship Building, Event Organization, Editing: Adobe Photoshop & Lightroom Retouching
Farida Bustani
P H O T O G R A P H E R
El Gouna,Red Sea - Egypt
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
New Concept Photographer & Exhibitor
SOMABAY
Hurghada, Red Sea Gov., Egypt
10.2021 - Current
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Permanent Exhibitor
Art d’Egypt
Cairo, Egypt
08.2020 - Current
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Photographer
Red Bull Global Photography
Red Sea, Egypt
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
Workshop Host & Talker
Sony Middle East
Cairo, Egypt
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Maintained excellent attendance record
- Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
Editor & Writer for El Gouna Magazine
El Gouna by Orascom
El Gouna, Red Sea Gov., Egypt
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication.
- Interviewed sources and developed relationships with informants to obtain vital information for stories.
- Chose and prepared photos for use with feature editorials.
Photographer for TRAVCO Properties
Almaza Bay
Marsha Matrouh, Egypt - North Coast
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Photographer
The Lemon Tree - Summer 2020
Katameya - Cairo, Egypt
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
Social Media & Communication Associate
SOMA Art Gallery & School
Zamalek - Cairo, Egypt
02.2019 - 09.2019
- Analyzed and reported social media and online marketing campaign results.
- Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements for social media.
- Set clearly defined goals to drive customer retention, brand awareness and website or social media traffic.
- Increased customer engagement through social media.
Assistant Event Planner
El Gouna by Orascom
El Gouna - Red Sea Gov., Egypt
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Coordinated photographers, videographers, musicians, officiants and ceremony participants during rehearsals and pre-ceremony and during reception events.
- Enhanced client satisfaction ratings by scheduling on-site service requests, managing show logistics and booth functionality needs to meet demands.
Photographer - Freelance
El Gouna by Orascom - Marketing Department
El Gouna - Red Sea Gov., Egypt
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
- Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.
Guest Relations Officer
El Gouna Club House by Orascom
El Gouna, Red Sea Gov., Egypt
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Streamlined check-in process to decrease wait times and increase customer satisfaction.
- Investigated guest challenges and sources of dissatisfaction to offer timely resolution.
- Maintained consistent positive customer feedback.
- Motivated and rewarded employees to improve engagement.
Info Desk Coordinator El Gouna Film Festival’17
El Gouna by Orascom
El Gouna, Red Sea Gov., Egypt
08.2017 - 09.2017
- Delivered Film Festival Calendar to participants within specific timeframes.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Education
Associate of Arts - Photography & History of Art
National School Fina Art De Lyon
Lyon, France 10.2017 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
El Gouna International School - IGCSE
El Gouna, Red Sea Gov., Egypt 09.2008 - 06.2016
Skills
Copyrighting understanding
Night photography master
Artificial lighting expert
Digital enhancements
HD photography
Strong compositional skills
Strong exposure techniques
Digital design
Visual design
Equipment setup and maintenance
Retouching and color corrections
Accomplishments
Participated in 12 major national photography exhibitions, introducing my own creations.
Additional Information
I am a cultural hiking, desert and mountain trails expert. Cinematography lover. Spend most of my time in creative writing. My favorite sports: Kite, kick boxing and swimming. I also spend my free time in meditation, cooking, reading, and listening to music.
Certification
IGCSE - El Gouna Int’l School
Interests
Timeline
New Concept Photographer & Exhibitor
SOMABAY
10.2021 - Current
Workshop Host & Talker
Sony Middle East
06.2021 - 08.2021
Editor & Writer for El Gouna Magazine
El Gouna by Orascom
03.2021 - 04.2021
Permanent Exhibitor
Art d’Egypt
08.2020 - Current
Photographer for TRAVCO Properties
Almaza Bay
08.2020 - 09.2020
Photographer
The Lemon Tree - Summer 2020
07.2020 - 09.2020
Photographer
Red Bull Global Photography
06.2020 - 12.2021
Social Media & Communication Associate
SOMA Art Gallery & School
02.2019 - 09.2019
Assistant Event Planner
El Gouna by Orascom
01.2018 - 09.2018
Associate of Arts - Photography & History of Art
National School Fina Art De Lyon
10.2017 - 04.2018
Photographer - Freelance
El Gouna by Orascom - Marketing Department
09.2017 - 08.2018
Info Desk Coordinator El Gouna Film Festival’17
El Gouna by Orascom
08.2017 - 09.2017
IGCSE - El Gouna Int’l School
06-2016
Guest Relations Officer
El Gouna Club House by Orascom
01.2016 - 12.2017
French Language Certification - EGIS
06-2015
Positivity & Utility Certification - EGIS
06-2015
Quiz Science Certification - EGIS
06-2015
French Brevet - MLS
06-2013
High School Diploma -
El Gouna International School - IGCSE
09.2008 - 06.2016