Simon Yao

About Simon Yao

Create images and brands from concept to completion with a strong passion for timeless beauty and inspired designs, combined with skilled photographic craftsmanship and keen business sense.

Experience

1. Principal

   Simon Yao Studio

   Jul 1999 — Present · Columbus, OH, US

   Operating one of the finest full-service custom portrait brands in Central Ohio, serving families, business executives, engaged couples, entrepreneurs and corporations. Direct client interaction which includes initial creative-thinking consultation, photo session strategizing, post-production management, client presentation, and order fulfillment. Conceptualize brand image for small business owners and entrepreneurs in developing of their marketing campaigns, and partner with both print and web publishers to complete projects on time. Create internal marketing campaigns to reflect the studio\'s brand to existing and potential clients through print and digital media, while providing leadership and inspiration to studio staff and outside talents. Ability to work under given time frame and accomplish objectives in a multi-task, diverse setting with common sense business logic and solid organizational skill. Develop long-term client relationship with focus on providing the finest photography and customer experience for clients of all ages.

Education

• The Ohio State University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

  1994 — 1998

Skills

• Advertising
• Architectural Design
• Event Photography
• Digital Photography
• Photos
• Portraits
• Graphic Design
• Lightroom
• Wedding Photography
• Interior Design
• Fashion
• Film
• Photojournalism
• Fine Art Photography
• Portrait Photography
• Black & White Photography
• Concept Development
• Lighting
• Concept Generation
• Image Manipulation
• Art
• Editing
• Photography
• Weddings
• Studio Photography