Ett Venter

Photographer with 15 years of experience spanning commercial, product, corporate, lifestyle, photography and videography, as well as wedding photography. I have the ability to teach and inspire creatives through workshops, speaking engagements, and mentorship. International experience includes destination work in the US and training photographers globally through online education.

Freelance Photographer / Workshop Host / Studio Owner at Ett Venter Photography (2010-01 – Present)

• Operated and run Ett Venter Photography entirely - Shooting, Editing, Marketing, etc.
• Worked on projects for major brands including Apple iStore, African Bank, CTM, PNA, HearX/Bose, FGX Agency, Valdo, Vodacom, and Double Shift Agency.
• Shot commercial and editorial video content including interviews, advertising, etc.
• Photographed over 450 weddings and many other photo related projects including advertising, events, product, and lifestyle work.
• Operated a full-time photography studio in Pretoria, managing shoots, business, and client relationships.
• Traveled internationally (USA) for wedding work.
• Travelled internationally (Tanzania) and worked as DOP (Director of Photography) for an advertisement for Vodacom.

Workshop Host & Curriculum Designer at Ett Venter Photography (2012-01 – Present)

• Designed and taught annual photography workshops across South Africa for 5+ years. Topics included: Advanced Lighting, Post-Processing, Portraiture, Business and Marketing for Creatives, Wedding Photography
• Hired by Apple iStore to teach iPhone photography workshops.
• Delivered 1-on-1 private mentorships for photographers in-person and online, including international students.
• Created full curriculum and materials independently for all educational offerings.
• Taught workshops at leading photo institutions including The Open Window.

Matric

Certification in MCSE – Microsoft

Certification in MCSA – Microsoft

Certification in MCTS: SQL Server – Microsoft

Certification in A+ – CompTIA

Certification in N+ – CompTIA

Certification in Security+ – CompTIA