James Ferguson
Jacksonville, Florida
(904) 631-5009

S k i l l s

• Photography (Digital, 35mm, 120mm, and 4x5)
• Applications & Languages:
  • Adobe Photoshop 1.0 to CS3
  • Photoshop Action Scripting
  • Adobe PageMaker From Aldus PM 1.0 to 7.0
  • Dreamweaver 4.0 to CS3
  • Flash 8.0 and CS3
  • Flash Action Script 2.0
  • Fireworks 8.0
  • CSS
  • HTML
  • XHTML
  • SQL 9i & My SQL
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • JAVA
  • Java Script
  • PHP
• Various input devices ranging from digital cameras, scanners (flatbed, film, and drum)
• Various output devices from plain paper printers to dye sublimation and thermal printers
• Well-versed with both Windows and Macintosh platforms
  

E x p e r i e n c e

Freelance Photographer, Orlando, FL.
Photographer
June 1987 to present
Contracts included:

• Dole Food Company
• Walt Disney World, Co.
• Howard Johnson SunSpree resort
• Playboy Producer & Talent Scout Mikki Chernoff
• Hawaiian Tropic (Texas & North Florida)
• Hooters
• Calico Jacks
• University of Central Florida
• Star Technologies, Inc.
• national volleyball tournament for National Media Group (NYC)
• press kits for local bands and recording artists
• art work for brochures promoting area artists
• portfolios for models and actresses
• weddings

Classified Ventures (Apartments.com), Houston, TX.
Digital Photographer (Regional)
May 2000 to September 2000 Central Florida
October 2000 to May 2003 Texas
July 2003 to February 2006 North Florida
Responsibilities included: Art direction, shooting and production of property images in an exclusively digital format, managed shooting and approval process with client, created new processes for image acquisition and maintaining camera and computer equipment.

O’Donnell Corporation, Orlando, FL.
C-Print Technician
April 1998 to May 2000
Responsibilities include: custom color photo printing, printing from multiple format negatives, ranging from 35mm to 8"x10", onto RA paper and duratrans materials including in both sheet and roll format. Print sizes ranging from 1.5"x8.65" register strips to 48"x80" wall murals, and printing both color negative and color slides from traditional and digital output devices.

Walt Disney World, Co., Buena Vista, FL.
Photographer
December 1992 to April 1998
Responsibilities included: filling photographic orders for the resort such as service luncheons, cast parties, five year anniversary party, and management functions.

Food and Beverage Host
September 1992 to April 1998
Responsibilities included: running food and handling special requests for guests.

University of Central Florida (Communications), Orlando, FL.
Lab Assistant
May 1996 to September 1996
Responsibilities included: preparation of classes, teaching classes, and maintenance and repair of equipment in lab.

University of Central Florida (Instructional Resources), Orlando, FL.
Photographic and Technical Staff
February 1996 to June 1996
Responsibilities included: photo and negative scanning and retouching at the Eastman Kodak Digital Imaging Lab at UCF, creating visual materials for all courses as well as the theater department, maintenance and repair of equipment which include a Richcolor E-6 processor, Mamia 645 and lenses, Cambo 4x5 camera, several Nikon bodies and lenses and a print dryer, and filling daily work orders including campus and class documentation.

CPI Photo Finishing, Orlando, FL.
Technician
February 1992 to October 1993
Responsibilities included: receiving and processing film and print orders, nightly calibration and cleaning of a Copal color film processor, Copal color printer, and Norritsue 501 color enlarger, and daily accounting and inventory control of paper waste.

The Weekly, Orlando, FL.
Photographer October 1990 to May 1991
Responsibilities included: producing editorial illustrations and architectural photographs.

The Central Florida Future, Orlando, FL.
Assistant Photographic Editor
January 1990 to December 1991
Responsibilities included: assigned photo orders from different sections to photographers, hiring and training of photographers, covering daily assignments on and around campus, processing and printing images, covering area concerts as well as shuttle launches, servicing darkroom equipment, ordering materials for darkroom, operating and maintaining a VGC900 Graphics camera, and training staff and writing user manuals for VGC900.

E d u c a t i o n

Florida Community College Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL.
IT Administration Web Development Assistant 2007

University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL.
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism 1996

Indian River Community College, Fort Pierce, FL.
Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies 1989

A c h i e v e m e n t s

• Eagle Scout
• Member of Canon Professional Services
• Member of the Society of Professional Journalists
• Member of the National Press Photographer Association 26076

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R e f e r e n c e s

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To whom it may Concern

I am writing this letter of recommendation for Jim Ferguson. I have been Jim's supervisor for the past six months, and during this time, he has proven himself to be an outstanding cast member, in every manner, for me here at Captain's Tavern Restaurant at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort.

There have been many occasions, too numerous to name, that Jim has gone over and above his job responsibilities, and showed myself, and his fellow Cast Members, his willingness to faster his belief in teamwork, partnering, and bench marking. He has proven himself to be a steady influence on both new and long term cast members with his vast job knowledge and also his willingness to help out in any situation that may arise.

Over the past few months we have also had the opportunity to utilize Jim's talents as a Photographer for which he has surprised many of us with his wealth of knowledge in this area. He volunteered to take pictures for a Wedding patty that was dining with us, and to also go the extra step and prepare an album for them. Without his assistance this couple would have had no formal photographs of their wedding day. I emphatically agree with the bride's comments of: "...these pictures are better than anything I could have hoped for!...l can't believe he (Jim) has such a hidden talent...it should be utilized!"

Jim has been as eager to learn, as he has been to teach both myself and others, as much as he knows about his job responsibilities. He is a highly valued member of the Captain's Tavern team and will surely be an extremely sought after cast member for any other team he chooses to be a part of in' the future. I can only by to express my respect and thanks for the attitude, dedication, vision, and enthusiasm Jim has brought to this area. I know these qualities will continue on and be present in any endeavor he chooses to become involved with in the future.

Thank you.

Becky Macko
Becky Macko@Disney.com
Restaurant Manager
Captain¹s Tavern Restaurant
Disney¹s Caribbean Beach Resort

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To Whom It May Concern,

James Ferguson has worked for the past year as a student and Photo Lab Technician in the School of Communication. James maintains a pleasant disposition, even under pressure. He possesses excellent one to one communication skills. James shares information with students and faculty in all kinds of situations. It is good to see a young individual with so strong a sense of responsibility and dedication to learning.

James also work with me as a photography assistant. He was always prompt, responsible and reliable. James has shown the initiative to suggest new ideas on many occasions. His insight has always been helpful to my work. James has given lectures in several occasions in my Photojournalism course. By doing so he has shown a great deal of potential as a teacher. James is talented in photography and the arts. He has shown great interest in researching photo digitalization, manipulation and computer software.

Please give James a chance to make a difference. I am certain this opportunity means a lot to him. Feel free to contact me should you have any questions.

Sincerely,

Maria Cristina Santana, Ph.D.
M.C. Santana@UCF.edu
Assistant Professor

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809 S Orlando Ave, Suite O · Winter Park, FL 32789

Telephone 407-645-5888 · Facsimile 407-645-2547

To whom it may concern:

Jim Ferguson worked as a photographer-inten for THE WEEKLY - "Central Florida's news and entertainment magazine" - throughout the winter of 1990-91.

In that time, he proved competent and reliable.

He handled all of his assignments in a professional manner.

He also had a good relationship with both members of the public and his co-workers at the magazine.

Sincerely,

Peter O'Sullivan
Editor
THE WEEKLY

The Weekly · Central Florida's News & Entertainment Magazine · A Toronto Sun Publication

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