About Me

I am Carson Schalk, and I recently graduated from Purdue University, where I studied Psychological Sciences. I am now pursuing my Master’s in Communications with a focus in Branding and Marketing.

I currently work as a photographer and have a background in research. I aim to use my creative experience and skills to build a career in social media and digital marketing.

Experience

Photographer

Inter-State Studio - Crown Point, IN

• Product high-volume, brand- consistent photographs for preschool through 12th-grade institutions

• Collaborate closely with school administrators and internal teams to coordinate production schedules

• Apply visual communication principles to create engaging, consumer-focused imagery

• Edit and organize large batches of images using industry-standard software to maintain quality

• Manage equipment setup and on-site logistics to support smooth execution of projects

Research Intern

The George Institute - Sydney, Australia

• Led preschool-aged lab participants through various experimental play sessions in school environments

• Synthesized complex research findings into structured written and visual content

• Designed structured data extraction tables and visual systems to improve clarity and accessibility

• Assisted in participant recruitment and session coordination, demonstrating project management skills

• Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure content accuracy, consistency, and alignment with project goals