MSagastume Photography

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Work History

Freelance Photographer / Unit Still Photographer
Self-Employed | 2018–Present

Lead creative and technical execution of independent photography projects across music, product, lifestyle, event, and production photography.
Captured stills on film sets as a Unit Still Photographer, creating behind-the-scenes images, promotional shots, and press kit material for film and television productions.
Collaborated with artists, brands, and content teams to produce high-quality visual assets for digital, print, and e-commerce.
Managed all aspects of shoots including concept development, lighting, styling, directing talent, and post-production retouching.
Specialized in capturing authentic lifestyle moments and polished product imagery, aligning with brand aesthetics and visual storytelling.

Production Assistant / Assistant Director
Night Owls | 2020–Present ( Freelance)

Supported press junket production, including camera setup, data logging, transfers, and interview staging for Sony Music Latin Group.
Provided live event coverage (photo + video) and edited content for artist performances and album releases with Interscope.
Served as Assistant Director and Art Director on 5+ music video productions; managed production schedules, scouted locations, oversaw budgets, and coordinated crews.
Collaborated with top music labels including Interscope, Sony Music Latin, and Virgin Music.
Assisted on concert shoots as Production Assistant, second photographer, and photo retoucher.

Podcast Producer / Video Editor / Content Creator
Cintas Acuario Inc | 2022–2025 ( Contract )

Produced and managed 4 podcast shows with social audiences ranging from 500K to 1.2M followers, each generating over 1M views across platforms.
Created and edited high-performing content for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, and full-length podcast episodes.
Served as Social Media Manager for 3 brand accounts (1.5M, 200K, and 17K followers) in the retail, Christian ministry, and recording studio industries.
Developed content strategies, managed calendars, and increased engagement through creative community management.
Oversaw post-production workflow, including editing schedules and file organization as lead data wrangler.
Acted as Photoshoot Set Manager, Art Director, and Photo Retoucher for studio and lifestyle shoots—providing creative direction, styling input, and final image polishing.
Created lookbooks and visual references to guide the aesthetic tone for campaigns and branded content.
Edited promotional videos, podcast highlights, and music videos tailored for digital and social media platforms.

Executive Assistant
Jenni Rivera Enterprises | Santa Fe Springs, CA | Jan 2017–Sept 2022

Supported CEO Rosa Rivera Flores by managing business and personal travel itineraries, ensuring seamless coordination and logistics.
Oversaw administrative tasks, including processing confidential files and classified business materials for JRE.
Monitored and managed daily project emails, ensuring timely responses and follow-ups.
Assisted the leadership team by curating and organizing data via monthly Excel spreadsheets for operational efficiency.
Developed an invoice system to streamline billing processes for business partners.
Managed bi-weekly review of creative production expenses and budgets, helping to maintain financial oversight.
Coordinated weekly leadership meetings, maintaining the executive calendar and setting reminders for events, interviews, and business meetings.
Organized company-wide events, team dinners, and other employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive work environment.

E-Commerce Photographer
Jenni Rivera Enterprises | Santa Fe Springs, CA | Jan 2017–Sept 2022

Captured high-quality product and lifestyle images for Jenni Rivera Fashion's e-commerce platform, ensuring consistency with brand identity.
Managed the styling, set design, and photo execution to showcase products across various digital platforms.
Collaborated with marketing teams to curate engaging visual content for social media and promotional campaigns.

Social Media Coordinator
Jenni Rivera Enterprises | Santa Fe Springs, CA | Jan 2018–Sept 2022

Led content creation for 3 successful business accounts, amassing up to 13 million followers across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
Planned, scheduled, and curated posts 3 months in advance with engaging captions to drive engagement and brand awareness.
Produced weekly content: 2 Reels, 2 TikToks, and 1 daily feed post for each account, maintaining consistent and fresh content.
Developed and executed campaigns featuring past events, special dates, takeovers, and Q&A sessions to increase engagement.
Coordinated photoshoots for all 3 accounts, overseeing creative direction, concept development, and final visual assets.
Composed and sent 2 weekly email blasts for Jenni Rivera Fashion, growing the email list to 70K+ subscribers via Mailchimp.
Created and scheduled weekly push notifications for Rosie Rivera, reaching 40K+ followers through Postscripts.
Edited and uploaded 2 videos per week for Rosie Rivera's social media platforms.

Podcast Editor
The Power of Us Podcast | Long Beach, CA | Jul 2018–Dec 2020

Edited 5 podcasts per month, each 50 minutes in length, ensuring high-quality audio and timely delivery.
Collaborated with hosting company coordinators on a weekly basis for feedback and revisions.
Produced a total of 250 episodes over 2.5 years, contributing to the podcast’s growth to over 30,000 subscribers and counting.

Production Coordinator
Jenni Rivera Enterprises | Santa Fe Springs, CA | Jan 2017–Dec 2020

Scheduled video production meetings for 8 team members, ensuring efficient communication and project alignment.
Assisted the Creative Director with script development, storyboarding, and structuring video content.
Developed and managed production budgets, closely monitoring expenses to ensure cost efficiency.
Helped produce 4 projects annually (each 3 minutes long), from pre-production to post-production.
Led location scouting efforts, conducting research and in-person walkthroughs for site selection.
Supported the Art Design team with sourcing costumes, art pieces, furniture, and other production essentials.
Coordinated events and activities for key dates, ensuring timely execution and alignment with company objectives.
Created detailed expense sheets to track project costs and keep productions within budget.
Organized media files and edited videos for social media, enhancing content visibility and engagement.

Production Intern
Film Independent | Los Angeles, CA | May 2010–May 2013

Supported the Production Coordinator with daily tasks and communication, sending 10+ emails daily and ensuring smooth workflow.
Managed office needs, ran errands between departments, and ensured the office was well-stocked with supplies.
Assisted with event coordination, including screenings, mixers, Q&A sessions, and after events during the LA Film Festival.
Monitored talent and guest arrivals for red carpet events and served as a point of contact for publicists and managers.
Assisted with will call ticketing and guided guests through events, ensuring an organized and efficient process.
Managed the "green room" for talent, ensuring a comfortable and professional environment.
Supervised up to 6 volunteers during screenings, after parties, and mixers, ensuring smooth operations and event flow.