ABOUT
Hello!
My name is Adriana Avila and I am a young creative who is passionate in the written and visual aspects of storytelling.
In sixth grade, my teacher asked the daunting question, “What do you want to be when you grow up.” For a short while, I was really set on becoming a cake decorator, but once I realized that I would have to wash a lot of dishes, a chore I wholeheartedly despised, I decided to rethink my future career. It wasn't long until I discovered a passion for creating things.
What I love most about photography and video is getting the chance to highlighting the interests and passions of others. My approach to photography and video is a mix of documentary and editorial. Some of my passions include film, photography, music, and The Azores islands.
In May 2019 I graduated from Saint Mary’s College of California with a degree in Business Administration, concentration in Digital Media, and a minor in Communication. My education and experience have taught me the art of combining practicality, observation, and creativity. I'm actively looking for job/internship opportunities in video production, photography, film, and other media related fields.
EXPERIENCE
2015-Present
FREELANCE PHOTOGRAPHER
Adriana Avila Media
Shoot, edit, and deliver photos in a timely manner for various clients in the Central Valley and Bay Area
Has worked with graduating high school and college seniors, and various Saint Mary's College organizations and departments such as the Graduate Kinesiology and MFA programs, the Intercultural Center, and more.
Manage Instagram account @adrianaavilamedia; utilize Instagram’s analytic tools to track follower engagement
March 2017 - May 2019
STUDENT PHOTOGRAPHER
Saint Mary's Office of College Communications, Moraga, CA
Contacted event coordinators to manage photo angles, capture SMC spirit/mystique
Edited/sent photos promptly so that they could be featured on the school bulletin and social media
June 2018 - August 2018
MEDIA SERVICES INTERN
Robert Half International, San Ramon, CA
Edited a total of 5 videos using software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and After Effects
Assisted video producers with various multimedia projects (photo shoots, quarterly videos, voice-overs, etc.)
Created a one-minute internship promotional video; currently used to advertise the program
September 2015 - May 2019
CULTURE EDITOR, STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER, AND WRITER
The Collegian, Moraga, CA
Conducted research and personal interviews to obtain accurate information
Wrote and edited weekly articles to inform Saint Mary’s community members of upcoming and current events
May 2017-August 2017
VIDEO INTERN
Spoon University Summer Training Program, Modesto, CA
Improved video skills with hands-on content creation paired with supplemental training
Filmed and edited six videos in a timely fashion with Adobe Premiere Pro CC
Utilized various social media to share videos and articles; one video received 2.5 million views on Facebook
EDUCATION
Saint Mary's College of California
BS in Business Administration with Digital Media concentration
Minor in Communication
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Portuguese Club, October 2017-May 2019
President and Co-founder
Spoon University, August 2016- May 2019
Photo Director
SKILLS
CAMERAWORK
Canon, GoPro, iPhone
SOCIAL MEDIA
Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
ADOBE SUITE
Premiere, Photoshop, & Lightroom