Clare Grant | Photojournalist
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Clare Grant | Photojournalist
Singles
Sports
Projects
Tear Sheets
Videos
About
Resume
Singles
Sports
Projects
Tear Sheets
Videos
About
Resume

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Education

Elon University, School of Communications

  • Bachelor of Arts in Cinema > Television Arts
  • Minor in Business Administration


Elon, N.C.

May 2023


Work Experience

The Columbus Dispatch

Photojournalism Intern


Columbus, Ohio

Sept. 2023 – Present

  • Utilizes a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of photographic techniques to create visually stunning narratives that engage and inform the audience
  • Creates impactful photography that directly affects and resonates within the local community
  • Commits to excellence in photojournalism, placing a significant emphasis on producing top-tier, in-depth coverage that delves into the heart of complex issues and stories
  • Specializes in high-quality photojournalism with a particular focus on in-depth storytelling and collaborating with colleagues to create engaging community-centered work

The Indianapolis Star

Pulliam Photojournalism Fellow

Indianapolis, Ind.

May 2023 – July 2023

  • Fosters authentic connections within the local community, cultivating trust and rapport to capture and share their stories, enriching the collective knowledge of Indianapolis and illuminating lesser-known aspects of the city
  • Collaborates closely with reporters and editors to generate compelling and impactful visual content under tight deadlines, ensuring the delivery of high-quality material that resonates with audiences
  • Contributes to the creation of engaging photo narratives alongside the visuals team, producing captivating and visually stunning stories that enhance the weekly photo spreads, showcasing diverse perspectives and evoking emotional responses from the audience.

Freelance Photojournalist

Carolina Public Press | Burlington Times-News | Grit City Magazine



  • Versatile, passionate and eager photojournalist available and ready to tackle any assignment given
  • Skilled in news, features, portraits, sports, event coverage and more
  • Available for any assignment with quick turn-around times throughout and quickly after the event

The News Tribune

Visual Journalism Intern

Tacoma, Wash.

May 2022 – Aug. 2022

  • Attends daily meetings to pitch story ideas and take assignments
  • Interprets assignment summaries into compelling storytelling images and videos
  • Covers events with high-quality photographs and videos to create engaging visuals for the website, print and social media

Elon News Network

Photojournalist

Elon, N.C.

Aug. 2019 – May 2023

  • Contributes during pitch meetings to brainstorm photo stories and visual ideas for stories
  • Fast turnaround times to make deadlines during breaks of events as well as final photos within an hour of the end of an event
  • Communicate effectively with other photographers and reporters for their stories

Photo Editor

Jan. 2020 – May 2021

  • Manages photography team of 15 photographers to cover events, breaking news and create meaningful photo stories for the community
  • Communicates between reporters, designers and photographers to ensure high quality photos are taken for multiple platforms
  • Improved the weekly photo pages by encouraging photojournalists to create their own photo stories

Video Production Team Member

Video Production Manager

Aug. 2019 – May 2023

May 2021 – Dec. 20211

  • Works with news director to ensure high quality video and production for broadcasts and creating production schedule
  • Teaches members how to use the equipment in the control rooms to put on the best show possible
  • Communicates with others to make sure everyone is comfortable and ready for showtime
  • Helps set up and run all the positions for ENN’s two live shows a week and special shows such as election shows

Elon Athletics

Photographer

Elon, N.C.

April 2020 – May 2023

  • Produces high-quality photos from games and practices of the players as well as the crowd
  • Quick turnaround times for submitting high quality photos during and right after the game

Professional Activities > Associations

  • Tacet Eye Workshop Class of '23-'24
  • VII Academy and Foundry Photojournalism Workshop Class of ‘22
  • Mountain Photojournalism Workshop Class of '22
  • National Press Photographers Association
  • Asian American Journalists Association
  • Diversify Photo

Awards

  • Associate Collegiate Press Finalist for Sports Photo of the Year
  • NPPA Midwest 1st Place - Photo Story
  • NPPA Midwest 2nd Place - General News
  • NPPA Midwest 3rd Place - Sports Action
  • Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence Region 2 Award - General News
  • N.C. College Media Association 3rd Place - Best Sports Action
  • N.C. College Media Association 3rd Place - Best Sports Feature
  • N.C. College Media Association 3rd Place - Best Sports Feature
  • Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence National Winner - Feature
  • Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence Region 2 Winner - Feature


Aug. 2023
July 2023
July 2023
July 2023
April 2023
Feb. 2022
Feb. 2021
Oct. 2020
May 2020
May 2020


Skills

Visual Storytelling, News Judgement, Videography, Video Editing, Photo Editing, Drone Photography and Videography, Video Production, Photo Mechanic, Adobe Creative Suite: Premiere Pro, Lightroom, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, Bridge, Illustrator

Clare Grant | Photojournalist

ClareGPhotos

484-374-5465

cygrnt@gmail.com


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