Based in Hertfordshire/London with a full UK driving license, Full UK Passport and personal vehicle. Recently graduated from University of Hertfordshire,  searching for entry-level opportunities and suitable work experience placements.

EXPERIENCE

University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield — Photography Proctor

September 2022 - May 2024

Ensuring the effective management of  both Photography Studios and Darkrooms during the evening. Maintaining both studio and darkroom spaces whilst also solving any problems that arise from students misuse of kit. Performing routine checks on equipment such as light heads and darkroom chemicals for Colour and Black and White Film Developing. Maintaining  analogue photo printing lab. 

Mia Naughton Photography, London — Assistant

2021 - Present

Assisted with  Tony Wellington for  ‘The Bite Mag’ a London Fashion Magazine. Having shot both video and photography content for the publications social media during London Fashion Week (Spring/Summer 2023). Working also, on the editorial shoots for the publications physical and online magazine. Confident in press and event settings as both a photographer and videographer. Setting up equipment within the studio setting and on location. Having also worked for Photographers such as: Dave Willis and  Sam Rockman.

Mia Naughton Photography — Commercial Photographer

2021 - Present

Researching and organizing  locations and scheduling. Photographing a multitude of events ranging from business events and parties to concerts. Experienced in the use of digital software; including Lightroom, Photoshop and InDesign. Skilled at working calmly within high pressure situations and under strenuous deadlines. Confident communications with a range of clients and professionals. 

Tempest, Kingston  — Graduation Photographer

July 2023 - July 2023

Temporary position as a commercial graduation photographer during Kingston Universities graduations. Competent working on a range of company software. Organizing clients and using equipment effectively.  Ensuring graduates receive a stunning portrait to commemorate their time at University. 

Photography Society, University of Hertfordshire — Inclusion Officer   

2022- 2023

Organising Society members, offering emotional support and guidance. Ensure all society members comply with the university's equality and diversity policies. Serve as a welcoming contact for new members. Reduce barriers to participation in society events. Ensure the society operates sustainably. 

Aqua, Welwyn — Waitress/Bartender

April 2022 - September 2022

Helping to support the day-to-day runnings of a restaurant trained on both the till, bar and floor. Delivering orders, creating drinks. Supporting the customer facing side of the restaurant. Able to keep organized and work effectively and calmly under high stress environments. Working cohesively in a team environment. 

Oxfam Bookshop, Welwyn Garden City  — Volunteer

April 2017 - May 2022

Supporting everyday running of the bookshop. Managing donations and shipments. Communicating and working between shop branches. Till trained and experienced in communicating with clients.     

         

EDUCATION

University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield — Photography Ba (Hons) (First Class)

Modules including; Professional Portfolio, Writing Photography, Degree Project, Digital Environments, Photography Practices. Dissertation on ‘‘The Self’ in Surrealism’

Creative and detail-oriented photography graduate with a First-Class Honours degree in Photography. Skilled in capturing compelling visual narratives through both digital and film mediums. With strong expertise in photo editing, retouching, and creative direction. Experienced in studio and on-location shoots, with a deep understanding of lighting, composition, and post-production techniques.

Monks Walk School, Welwyn Garden City — A-Level       

Media Studies (A), Photography (B), English Literature (C)

Monks Walk School, Welwyn Garden City — GCSE             

Maths (6), English Literature(8), English Language(7), French(4), Art and Design(6), Music(4), Drama(6), Chemistry(4), Physics(4), Biology(5), Religious Education (6)


SKILLS

  • Organized individual

  • Skilled in working effectively  in high pressure environments and under tight deadlines.

  • Competent in team environments

  • Skilled in a range of photographic equipment, both digital and analogue processes 

  • Adept at a range of software, including Adobe Lr,LrC,Ps, ID,Br. As well as Capture one. Also non-photographic software such as: Google Workspace and MS office. 

  • Full UK Driving Licence as well as Personal Vehicle. 

LINKS

www.mianaughton .com

@_mianaughton

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mia-naughton-74668b225/

PROJECTS

‘For the Love of It’ — Final Major Project

Organizing and managing a long term photography project. Organizing and finding suitable models and subjects. Retaining contact with those individuals for networking and future work opportunities. Building a strong network with a range of individuals.

REFERENCES

Tony Wellington - Photographer

Relationship: Photographer I have Assisted under

“Mia has brilliant attention to detail and is very professional”

tony@thebitemag.com

Phil Shepard-Lewis - Senior Technical Officer

Relationship: Direct Line Manager at previous Job

p.shephard-lewis@herts.ac.uk