KC Ciresi
Multimedia journalist, photographer, and videographer with extensive experience in writing, visual storytelling, and event photography. Skilled in DSLR photography, photo editing, and video production, with a strong background in journalism and multimedia content creation.
EXPERIENCE
Freelance photographer, Louisville, KY
January 2024 - PRESENT
Photographs and films of proms, weddings, senior portraits, graduation photos, parties, and events
Skilled in DSLR cameras, strobes, and professional editing software
Experienced in Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and InDesign
Mountain Workshops, Williamsburg, KY — Videography Student
October 21-26, 2024
Produced a professional documentary through the WKUVJP program
Gained hands-on experience in visual storytelling and multimedia production
RedPoint Climbing Center, Bowling Green, KY — Rock Climbing Instructor and Team Coach.
February 2022 - Present
Provides instruction and coaching in rock climbing, emphasizing technique and safety.
Regular head coach of multiple teams of beginner climbers ages 5-12 and intermediate-level climbers 7-12.
EDUCATION
DuPont Manual High School, Louisville, KY — Journalism focus
August 2018 - May 2022
Manual RedEye (Staffer, Student Life Editor, Managing Editor)
Published 40+ articles, NPPA award recipient, multiple Best of SNO awards
Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY — Photojournalism and Journalism majors with a Spanish certificate
August 2022 - Present
Honors Student
Relevant coursework: Understanding Media, Digital Media, News Writing, Intermediate Reporting, Multiplatform News, Feature Writing, Fundamentals of Photography, Mobile Media Storytelling, Visual Media Editing and Design.
SKILLS
DSLR Photography & Videography
Adobe Suite (Lightroom, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, InDesign)
Strobe & Studio Lighting
News & Feature Writing (AP Style)
Multimedia Editing & Design
Event & Portrait Photography
Spanish Intermediate Low
AWARDS
NPPA Award Winner
Multiple Best of SNO Awards
SPJ Awards:
1st Place Sports Action Photography
2nd Place Best Video (non-broadcast)
3rd Place Public Affairs Reporting
Scholastic Gold Key Recipient