WISDOM ADONU
Accra
Summary
Experienced Photo Lab Technician with demonstrated skills in digital photography and traditional film processing. Showcased proficiency in using industry-standard software for photo editing and restoration, as well as maintaining lab equipment to ensure optimal operation. Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines, and contribute positively to team performance. Successfully implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in previous roles.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Photo Lab Technician
Princess Cruises
Los Angeles, USA
09.2023 - 10.2025
- Processed and developed photographic prints for guests onboard.
- Operated and maintained photo lab equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Manipulated digital images through advanced computer skills, video editing and image retouch and promoted technical quality of final output.
- Monitored inventory levels of photographic supplies for timely restocking.
- Organized and managed digital files for easy access and retrieval.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards in the photo lab environment.
Photographer
Royal Royal Caribbean Group
Miami-Florida
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Captured high-quality images for onboard events and activities.
- Collaborated with creative teams to develop visual content concepts.
- Edited photographs using industry-standard software for optimal presentation.
- Organized and managed photo sessions across various cruise destinations.
Creative Director
Reign Photography Ltd
Accra
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Developed high-impact creative trailers and promotional content for company campaigns from concept to completion.
- Evaluated and contributed to creative team ideas and translated into actionable project plans.
- Managed campaigns with specific focuses in order to meet customer needs and creative visions.
- Developed strategic communication and marketing plans.
- Mentored and trained junior designers to help enhance skills and capabilities.
- Spearheaded rebranding campaign to meet and exceed quarterly sales goals.
- Created creative briefs and timeline to manage creative process from concept to completion.
- Directed photo shoots for print and digital media, reviewing each element against client standards and expectations.
- Oversaw implementation of editing, color correction and other post-production processes.
- Designed innovative creative strategies to raise brand awareness and engagement for organization.
Lead Photographer
Capture Ghana Ltd
Accra
07.2014 - 09.2016
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Used image processing algorithms to reduce motion blur and enhance color, contrast and light range.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Scheduled studio appointments to shoot wide variety of subjects.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
- Collaborated with clients to create engaging photo albums.
- Managed team of photographers for special projects.
IT Support Engineer
Spendstre Fotostore Ltd
Accra
03.2012 - 07.2014
- Translated complex technical issues into digestible language for non-technical users.
- Used ticketing systems to manage and process support actions and requests.
- Collaborated with supervisors to escalate and address customer inquiries or technical issues.
- Assisted customers in identifying issues and explained solutions to restore service and functionality.
- Resolved diverse range of technical issues across multiple systems and applications for customers and end-users across various time zones.
- Identified potential sales and cross-selling opportunities and informed supervisor.
- Researched product and issue resolution tactics to address customer concerns.
- Configured hardware and granted system permissions to new employees.
- Promoted efficiency among departments with prompt resolution of system issues.
- Monitored systems in operation and quickly troubleshot errors.
- Explained security measures in simple terminology to help users understand malware and phishing threats.
- Responded promptly to incoming sales leads and requests for technical support.
- Documented support interactions for future reference.
- Assisted with updating technical support best practices for use by team.
- Assisted in development of system security protocols.
- Offered assistance in implementing and developing training programs.
Photographer
Spendstre Fotostore Ltd
Accra
03.2011 - 05.2012
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express creative vision.
- Leveraged mechanical mounting systems to improve focus and image stability.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Used image processing algorithms to reduce motion blur and enhance color, contrast and light range.
- Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
- Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
- Offered image proofs to help clients choose best photos from shoot.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Media
University of Media, Arts And Communication
Accra - Ghana08-2024
High School Diploma -
St. Paul's Senior High School
Denu-Volta Region06.2010
Bachelor of Science - CCNA
Kofi Annan Center of Excellence in ICT
Accra Ridge-Accra06.2016
Skills
- Problem solving
- Adobe photoshop mastery
- Batch processing efficiency
- Color management
- Photo paper inventory
- Lighting techniques
- Photo processing
- Digital image manipulation
- Photography editing software
- Equipment maintenance
- Business planning
- Teambuilding
- Photography
- Cinematography & Filming
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Photographic editing
- Lightroom Software
Hobbies and Interests
Reading
Painting
Public Speaking
Languages
- English
- Twi Dialect
- Ewe Dialect
Personal Information
Photo Lab Technician
Software
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Photo Lab Technician
Princess Cruises
09.2023 - 10.2025
Photographer
Royal Royal Caribbean Group
09.2022 - 03.2023
Creative Director
Reign Photography Ltd
01.2017 - 05.2020
Lead Photographer
Capture Ghana Ltd
07.2014 - 09.2016
IT Support Engineer
Spendstre Fotostore Ltd
03.2012 - 07.2014
Photographer
Spendstre Fotostore Ltd
03.2011 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Media
University of Media, Arts And Communication
High School Diploma -
St. Paul's Senior High School
Bachelor of Science - CCNA
Kofi Annan Center of Excellence in ICT