Richard Robinson Underwater Photographer Photojournalist

“I will go to great Depths to tell the story”.

A focused ,energetic and independent self-starter, committed to capturing the news truthfully and in an eye catching way.

Date of Birth: 01/02/1977 Napier, New Zealand.
Health: Excellent (Non Smoker)
Drivers Licence (Clear Record)
Dual Passports : New Zealand and United Kingdom

Key Strengths
o    13 years experience in photojournalism.
o    9 years working for New Zealand’s Largest  daily newspaper, with 2 years being in sole charge position covering  the Central North Island
o    3 years developing the skills and mind set to photograph Underwater
o    Award winning photographer, with a passion for the job and the industry
o    Informed and exposed to diverse points of view in the news; awake to what’s happening in New Zealand and Internationally
o    Strong relationship builder with an ability to communicate with people from all walks of life under the most difficult of circumstances
o    Creative, committed and curious with the ability to produce interesting and different photographs from ordinary assignments
o    Strive for excellence and integrity and not afraid to push photographic boundaries and work outside comfort zones
o    Work quickly and accurately to deadline and have the physical and mental strength to remain focused when working around the clock
o    Organised, with the ability to multitask
o    Team player, with the ability to listen and share ideas
o    Up to date with technology, fully experienced in digital, film and all computer systems
o    Adaptable and have skills to innovate when things go wrong.

Over the past thirteen years Richard Robinson has worked for newspapers within New Zealand, capturing memorable photographs of the largest news and sports events in the region.

A formal C.V is available upon request