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Why Zak

I’m a New York based explorer, freelance photographer, and creative strategist by way of the Midwest. Learn more about what you get when you hire me.

Photo by John Suhar.
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Why hire Zak?

What You Get: A passionate creator who’s easy to work with and can bring stories to life through captivating visuals.

  • With over a decade of experience as a creator, and applied knowledge from Google/YouTube advertising, I've effectively served hundreds of customers across various projects and industries. My wide range of skills can be tailored to meet the diverse needs of all clients, making me a reliable choice for any photo, video, advertising, or visual needs.

  • I can manage a project from conception to execution, ensuring that clients are comfortable throughout the process and their deliverables are met. This approach has earned the trust of individuals for special occasions, as well as well-known brands and tourism boards including Jeep, Merrell, and I Love NY, among many others.

  • I pride myself on keen attention to detail and unwavering dedication to my craft, making client satisfaction the top priority. Previous clients have entrusted me with bringing their ideas to fruition, and my work has been showcased in reputable publications like Outside Magazine and Forbes.

What’s included?

What You Pay For: A professional creator’s time and skill through the process of pre-production to post-production.

  • I lead brainstorming, creating mood boards, shot lists, and conduct thorough research, ensuring every aspect of photo and video shoots align seamlessly with your vision and objectives (~20 minutes).

  • I handle all pre-production tasks meticulously, like location scouting, ensuring smooth and efficient shoots with ultimate preparedness for capturing stunning visuals (~20 minutes).

  • Fully equipped with professional gear and technical expertise, I ensure every shot is captured with precision and clarity, regardless of the shooting conditions (~10 minutes).

  • I bring a blend of creativity and preparedness to handle unforeseen circumstances, ensuring that each shot aligns seamlessly with your intended goals (~60 minutes on average, excluding travel time).

  • With meticulous attention to detail, I cull photos and videos, select favorites, and enhance their visual appeal with high-quality edits, ensuring each visual is polished and ready to leave a lasting impression (~120 minutes on average).

  • I offer flexible options for the deliverables, such as iCloud shared albums, Google Drive, Box, Dropbox, among others, making it effortless to access and share your finalized content (~30 minutes).

  • I go the extra mile to ensure top-quality results, dedicating ample time and attention to every aspect of projects to ensure expectations are exceeded (~4 hours total on average including day of shoot, ~3 hours of pre/post production work alone).

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