Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Client List
Certification
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Erica Hilliard-Dietz

Erica Hilliard-Dietz

Professional Photographer
Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

A dynamic photography professional with extensive experience as owner of Erica Hilliard Photography, I have captured over 300 weddings and numerous corporate events. I excel in storytelling through visuals while mentoring junior photographers, with extensive skills in image editing and client management. I am recognized for my reliability and adaptability, and I consistently deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

Erica Hilliard Photography
05.2008 - Current
  • Photographed 300+ weddings
  • Photographed 50+ conferences and corporate events
  • Photographed many individuals for high school senior portaiture, professional headshots, families
  • Expanded clientele base through successful networking efforts at industry events and word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied customers.
  • Consistently met deadlines for delivering edited images to clients, maintaining a reputation for reliability and efficiency.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current trends in photography styles and techniques to provide innovative services.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Owner

Hilliard Imagery
09.2018 - Current
  • Provided on-location portrait photography services for K-12 grade at Knoch School District (2,000 individuals) and Freeport School District (1800 individuals).
  • Developed relationships with students, ensuring their comfort and ease during their portrait.
  • Mentored junior photographers, offering guidance on techniques and business practices to enhance their professional development.

Assistant Photographer

Sharp Image Studios
05.2008 - 09.2017
  • Managed scheduling and coordination of multiple photoshoots, maximizing productivity.
  • Maintained a professional demeanor during high-pressure situations, ensuring smooth photoshoots.
  • Reviewed images and selected best frames to present in client portfolio for purchase.
  • Managed clerical duties such as setting up appointments, preparing photographic prints, and filing invoices.
  • Edited photos using advanced software tools, ensuring the highest quality final product.

Photojournalist

Trib Total Media
05.2008 - 12.2016
  • Utilized advanced editing techniques to enhance image quality and create visually striking photos that told a story.
  • Served as a mentor to junior photographers on staff, providing guidance on technical skills and best practices in photojournalism ethics.
  • Maintained professional standards while working under tight deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of captivating images for publication.
  • Adapted quickly to changing situations in the field, demonstrating flexibility in composing shots under unpredictable circumstances.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications Media

Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA
05.2001 -

Skills

Storytelling approach

Client management

Image editing

Posing techniques

Problem-solving

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Lightroom

Retouching and color correction

Accomplishments

    -Voted "Best in the Burgh" by voters in Pittsburgh Magazine, 2022

    -Voted Top 10 in the World by Wedding Photojournalist Association, 2023

    -Voted Top 50 in the World by Wedding Photojournalist Association, 2022

    -Voted #1 for Pennsylvania by Wedding Photojournalist Association, 2025

    -BurghBrides Approved vendor since 2023

    -Interviewed by Planful Marketing for their "Women in Business" series, 2018

    -Won a Golden Quill Award for photojournalism work for TribTotalMedia, 2015

Client List

Current/Recent Client List:


Carnegie Mellon University

United Steelworkers

Edgar Snyder and Associates

Butler County Community College

AFL-CIO

Utility Workers Union of America

Working America

Northside/Northshore Camber

Freeport Area School District official photographer

Knoch School District official photographer

Techstars

Weddings, portraits, and events


Past Client List:


Trib Total Media photojournalist (2008-2016)

Congressman Conor Lamb

Certification

Ethical Photography Certification by Photographers Without Borders

Timeline

Ethical Photography Certification by Photographers Without Borders

06-2021

Owner

Hilliard Imagery
09.2018 - Current

Owner

Erica Hilliard Photography
05.2008 - Current

Assistant Photographer

Sharp Image Studios
05.2008 - 09.2017

Photojournalist

Trib Total Media
05.2008 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Communications Media

Indiana University of Pennsylvania
05.2001 -

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