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Jef Harris

@jefharris

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Multimedia and Digital Imaging Expert with 20+ years experience.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a dynamic role that fosters creativity and collaboration, where I can leverage my skills in multimedia and AI to create impactful visual stories.

I am a multimedia and digital imaging expert with over 20 years of professional experience, specializing in photography, video editing, and AI image generation. My journey has seen me complete over 600 successful photo shoots across various genres, including lifestyle, fashion, and product photography. I pride myself on my proficiency with industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Premiere, which I have mastered to create compelling visuals that tell a story.

Throughout my career, I have embraced innovative technologies, particularly in the realm of AI, utilizing tools like MidJourney and ComfyUI to push the boundaries of creativity. My work as a freelance AI image/video specialist has allowed me to collaborate with diverse clients, producing high-quality content that meets their unique needs. I am passionate about bringing ideas to life through creative editing techniques and am always eager to learn and adapt in this fast-paced industry.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Freelance AI Image/Video Specialist

Freelance

Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Successfully completed over 10 AI generation-based image and video projects on the UpWork platform, including creating stock photos for Good To Great Schools Australia using MidJourney and Flux Dev with Photoshop retouching. Provided ComfyUI workflow consultations to professionals in the television, film, fashion, and product industries, crafting and testing custom workflows with ControlNET and LO

AI Generation Midjourney ComfyUI Photoshop RunwayGen3 Video Production Workflow Optimization

Photo Retouching/AI Image Generation

AI Fashion

Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Collaborated with an international team of AI artists to produce high-quality fashion images for online stores, utilizing AI tools like Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, and Firefly to create tailored fashion models. Designed professional and captivating locations using Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, Firefly, and Dali, while maintaining a resource database and conducting daily research on emerging AI t

DALI Midjourney Stable Diffusion Firefly AI Dali Photoshop Prompt Engineering

E-commerce and Content Creation Specialist

Desi Wear

Jul 2003 - Present (21 years 11 months)

Guided a creative team to establish and operate a streetwear clothing company, overseeing every phase from ideation to launch, which contributed to annual sales exceeding $500K. Conducted intricate professional photo shoots, generating over 500 premium images for print and digital projects using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom for efficient picture editing. Deployed and sustained over 100 clothing p

Content Creation Brand Management Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Magento WordPress Payment Processing

Lead Editor & Post-Production Coordinator

PIP Animation

Mar 2001 - Present (24 years 3 months)

Oversaw 15 television and film projects, including notable titles like Caillou and The Ren and Stimpy Show, while leading a diverse team of 20-30 animators. Leveraged Adobe Creative Suite, Premiere, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and Motion to manipulate and sync scenes, adding visual effects and dialogue to complete one full episode per week. Collaborated with production coordinators to meet deadl

Adobe Creative Suite Premiere After Effects Final Cut Pro Quality Control Project Management Team Leadership Video Editing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Algonquin College School of Media and Design

Ontario College Certificate, Music Film and Media Fundamentals, Arts, Entertainment, & Media Management

Grade: Honors

Completed an Ontario College Certificate in Music Film and Media Fundamentals, with a focus on Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management. Demonstrated strong academic performance, graduating with honors.

Advanced Certificate Program

Advanced Certificate, Teaching English as a Foreign Language

Gained a comprehensive understanding of learners' needs, the importance of context, and effective lesson planning. Developed practical teaching skills, assessment techniques, and reflective practices for foreign language instruction.