Kelly Elaine Garthwaite
Creative strategist, photographer, and consultant empowering brands and creatives
Los Angeles, California
Summary
Kelly is an accomplished photographer and creative strategist with over 15 years of experience, having built a diverse portfolio with clients such as Adidas, Athleta, Capitol Records, Chevrolet, and Sweetgreen. She specializes in natural light portraiture, commercial, advertising, food, lifestyle, product, and event photography, showcasing her versatility and keen eye for visual storytelling. henrystewartconferences+2
She possesses significant expertise in content management and photo operations, honed through her seven-year tenure at Red Bull Media House. During her time there, she progressed from Content Management Specialist to Photo Operations Team Lead, where she was responsible for managing photography for Red Bull's sports and culture verticals and actively championed inclusivity by expanding the photographer roster to include more diverse voices. youtube+1
As the founder and creative partner of Hey Y'all! Consulting Co., Kelly applies her extensive industry knowledge to help emerging consumer brands, particularly those targeting women, develop authentic brand strategies, visual storytelling, and messaging. Her consulting work emphasizes the importance of community-based and in-person marketing initiatives. youtube+2
Kelly is a proactive mentor and advocate for creatives, volunteering with organizations like Diversify Photo and PhotoPolitic. She is passionate about empowering the next generation of photographers and regularly shares insights on portfolio development, website presentation, and navigating the creative industry. henrystewartconferences+1