May Azcue may.azcue@gmail.com | 786.426.

6131
2223 SW 63rd Ave. Miami Fl, 33155

Education 2000-2004 Florida International University Miami, Florida

Bachelor’s of Arts and Science
Concentration in Mass Communication
Minor in Photography

Professional 2006-Present LGD Communications Miami, Florida

Experience Art Buyer | Producer

Coordinated and selected all photographic and illustrative talent and appropriate vendors

Participated in the planning of projects, budgets, timing and deliverables

Reviewed concepts (prior to client presentation) and address any potential legal,
talent or usage concerns

Worked with account executives usage and licensing and sought legal advice on any
concerns

Prepared detailed estimates of fees/expenses based on specific media usage and

tracked budgets on all in-progress jobs

Managed pre-production to ensure all materials and processes were in place

(talent, locations, permits, etc.)

Prepared production books that included shoot schedule, shot list/descriptions,

call sheets and travel information

Oversaw the purchase of retouching services when required

Worked with upper management on identifying and guarding agency/client against legal
pitfalls, particularly copyright issues

Made sure costs were substantiated and approved related invoices

Produced all aspects of print shoots, from layout approval through attendance at the
shoot

Coordinated image selection process with art directors, ordered prints, etc.

Maintained complete art files with all appropriate documentation

Negotiated and renegotiated usage rights

Researched new artists and trends worldwide

Built and maintained a library of art books, magazines/periodicals, award annuals

and royalty-free stock resources
 2005-2006 Tinsley Advertising Miami, Florida
Studio Artist

Managed brainstorming sessions concerning corporate identity creation

Created branding logos and other merchandise through computer imaging software

Developed and refined images for radio and television broadcast

Languages Fluent English, Spanish and French. Basic Italian

Objective To contribute substantially to my work environment, to refine my craft and to expand my

knowledge of all the diverse fields and practices with which a producer must be familiar

Adobe CS2, Macromedia 8, Quark Express, Microsoft Office, Mac and PC Proficient.

Fluent with photography usage, terminology and market pricing.

Knowledge of photography styles with a strong visual memory.

Understanding of copyright laws and licensing.

Strong organizational and negotiation skills.

Ability to fairly evaluate, troubleshoot and resolve problems.

Excellent judgment. I can make decisions with little supervision.

Willing to travel.

Skills Photography, India and wikipedia