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leahlblom@gmail.com
New York, New York
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EDUCATION
2023 The University of Texas at Austin 
    BA Studio Art (photography, print)
    BFA Radio-Television-Film

GROUP EXHIBITIONS    
2023    I’ll Call You Back senior show
    Visual Arts Center UT, Austin, TX 
2023    Full Bleed photography show
    Visual Arts Center UT, Austin, TX
2023    Looking In photography show
    Visual Arts Center UT, Austin, TX

EXPERIENCE
2023    Assistant Editor, upcoming Birchler Hubbard documentary  
2022    Photography Department Director, Spark Magazine    
2022    Visual Editor and Curator, Center Space Project    

PUBLICATIONS
2024    Quiet Light, Through the Cracks, Fader
2019-2023    issues #13-20, Spark Magazine
2021    Archival Imaginaries, CSP journal
2020    Untitled Artworks, Apricity Magazine
2018    Photography, Youth Ultra, Rookie Mag

Music and Visual Collaborations
  • Nova: Producer, Director, Director of Photography, and Editor for Billy the Shooter music video (November 2024); album cover and promotional materials for Novapocalypse (June 2023)
  • Quiet Light: Photographer for The Fader feature on Contact EP (May 2024); album and single cover designs for Fresca (March 2024), Keira Knightly (November 2023), and Blue Angel Sparkling Silver (July 2023); photo promotions for multiple releases
  • Stalefish: editor, videographer, and photographer for Stalefish Does America album release documentary (March 2024), touring with the band to document performances and assist in venue show preparation; DP and photographer for Mrs. Jones music video (October 2023); photographer for promotional materials and press images
  • Photokem: Recorded violin for Luffon Bright (February 2022) and created visual promotional materials for the album release

Film and Documentary Work
  • Children of the Algorithm: Producer, Director, Director of Photography, Sound, and Editor for short documentary exploring digital culture (December 2022)
  • Eschaton: Director of Photography for short film (March 2023)
  • Unlearning: Assistant Camera for film (April 2021)

Photography and Exhibition Work
  • I’ll Call You Back, Visual Arts Center exhibition: Photography and film work showcased (May 2023)
  • Last Days from Home: Photo book project serving as Director, Photographer, Editor, and Designer (April 2023)
  • Center Space Project: Contributed photography to Archival Imaginaries publication (2021)


   








WORK EXPERIENCE
Photographer, Producer — Self-Employed                                                                                                                                                                                                     New York, New York and Austin, Texas | 4/2021 - Present
  • Create and manage high-quality digital assets using professional DSLR and film cameras and studio lighting equipment, delivering polished music promotion visuals for clients while maintaining precise color matching and technical standards.
  • Developed and maintained robust digital workflows for image processing and archiving, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite applications for professional post-production and color calibration.
  • Directed documentary projects including "Last Days From Home" and "Children of the Algorithm", demonstrating expertise in visual documentation, digital asset management, and maintaining consistent quality across multiple output formats.

Spark Magazine — Photography Director                                                                                                                                                                                                           Austin, Texas | 5/2021-8/2022
  • Led creative and production workflows for online and print editions, organized production schedules, and managed timelines to ensure consistent visual quality in fashion editorials.
  • Collaborated with creative departments using Slack, Trello, and Google Workspaces to plan and track editorial photo production.
  • Recruited and mentored photographers, enhancing team efficiency and creative output through training, individual meetings, group workshops and feedback.

Center Space Project — Visual Editor and Curator                                                                                                                                                                                             Austin, Texas | 5/2022-5/2023 
  • Collaborated with visual artists and editors to curate content for semester publications, ensuring creative vision alignment.
  • Coordinated closely with the Visual Arts Center to produce high-quality art publications and exhibitions.

Hubbard Birchler Productions — Assistant Editor                                                                                                                                                                                              Austin, Texas | 5/2023-9/2023
  • Coordinated with the production team to establish standardized workflows for documentary projects.
  • Managed digital asset organization and distribution, implementing efficient systems for media file tracking
  • Supported production timelines by coordinating schedules, managing deliverables, and maintaining detailed project documentation.
  • Assisted with screening coordination and provided administrative support for post-production processes.

WINNER — Sales and Service                                                                                                                                                                                                             Brooklyn, New York | 10/2024-Present
  • Facilitate sales and service support, managing transactions, fulfilling orders, and engaging with customers in a dynamic, high-volume bakery and cafe setting.
  • Provide knowledgeable customer service and ensure smooth daily operations across bakery locations. Communication and collaboration with production departments via Slack.

Mañana — Lead Barista                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Austin, Texas | 1/2023-9/2024
  • Led coffee bar operations, including inventory management, equipment maintenance, and staff coordination to ensure efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment.
  •  Provided technical training on espresso machines, drink crafting, and service standards, enhancing team performance and customer satisfaction. 
  •  Leveraged 8+ years of coffee expertise to consistently deliver high-quality beverages and foster a collaborative, customer-focused atmosphere.

Joanne’s Fine Foods, MML Hospitality — Server                                                                                                                                                                                              Austin, Texas | 1/2024-8/2024
  • Seamlessly transition between various roles, including barista and server duties in a fast-paced environment
  • Simultaneous communication between departments, anticipating customer needs, using menu and knowledge to provide guest recommendations and ensure positive experiences

Texas French Bread — Barista/Server                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Austin, Texas | 1/2020-8/2021
  • Sole barista preparing drinks and managing food orders in a fast-paced environment. Skilled in opening duties, register use, espresso dialing, and inventory, with strong knowledge of breads, pastries, and the establishment’s menu.

Redefined Coffeehouse — Lead Barista                                                                                                                                                                                                       Grapevine, Texas | 6/2016-12/2019
  • Extensive barista experience making and serving drinks, working in a fast-paced environment for a local business. General register, customer service, prep, float, and bar duties
  • Provide guidance to team members, ensuring a positive and efficient working environment


HONORS & AWARDS 

Moffet Family Moody College Scholarship (2022-2023)

Kemp-Forman Memorial Scholarship (2022-2023)

George H. Mitchell Co-op Award Semifinalist (2023)


SKILLS & INTERESTS

Photography: 35mm, 120, Large Format Film Operation, Digital Camera Operation, Studio, Fine Art, Fashion, Magazine Editorials, Strobe Syncing, Analog Film Developing, Analog Film Scanning, Photo Enlarging, Photo Printing, Color Matching. Directing, Retouching, Flextight Scanners, Epson V700
Printmaking: Silkscreen / Serigraphy printing, layer management, CMYK color, Halftone conversion, familiar with risography, relief, intaglio, and lithography processes.
Technical:
Adobe Creative Suite (Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere, InDesign), Mac OS, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, Digital Asset Management (DAM), PowerPoint, Social Media Fluency, MS Excel, Digital Image Technical Characteristics (Resolution, Pixel, File Size, etc.), Online Databases & Archives
Humanities:
Writing, Social Media Fluency, Curation, Design, Interpersonal Speaking, Customer Service
Language:
English (fluent), Spanish (intermediate)
Service:
8+ years experience, Leadership, Teamwork, Communication, Adaptability, Customer Service, Multitasking, Attention to Detail, Cleanliness, Toast, Square, POS Proficiency, Stamina, Timeliness
Interests:
Editorials, Music Promotion, Historical Archives, Documentary, Visual Art, Film Production, Editing, Copywriting, Digitization, Film, Literature, Music, Social Justice, Mid-century Design, the Culinary Arts, Modern & Contemporary Art, Production Management, Transcribing, Printing
Work Eligibility:
Eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions. Access to application for U.K. High Efficiency Visa