NEW york
climate exchange
PROJECT DETAILS
CLIENT
NEW YORK CLIMATE EXCHANGE
YEAR
2023
SERVICES
Photography
Client Overview:
Dr. Stephen Hammer, an esteemed leader in environmental policy and sustainability, was recently appointed as the CEO of the New York Climate Exchange, a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to addressing climate change through innovation and collaboration.
project scope:
Saints Vision was tasked with capturing a professional headshot of Dr. Stephen Hammer for use in official publications, including a feature article in The New York Times announcing his appointment. The headshot needed to exude professionalism, approachability, and the forward-thinking ethos of the New York Climate Exchange.
our approach:
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Creative Consultation: Collaborated with Dr. Hammer and the New York Climate Exchange team to understand the desired tone and aesthetic for the headshot.
Location Planning: Chose an environment that balanced professionalism with subtle nods to sustainability, incorporating clean, neutral backdrops for flexibility in media use.
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Photography Setup:
Utilized professional lighting to highlight Dr. Hammer’s features while maintaining a natural look.
Directed posing and expressions to convey confidence and approachability.
Attention to Detail: Focused on wardrobe coordination and posture to ensure a polished result that aligned with the New York Climate Exchange's brand.
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Editing: Applied subtle retouching to enhance the image without compromising authenticity, ensuring it met the high standards of The New York Times.
File Delivery: Provided the final headshot in various formats to accommodate different media requirements.
Results:
Featured in The New York Times:
Dr. Hammer’s headshot was prominently displayed in an article announcing his appointment, reaching a global audience and reinforcing the New York Climate Exchange’s leadership credentials.
Professional and Timeless Image:
Delivered a high-quality headshot that reflected Dr. Hammer’s professionalism and vision, aligning with the mission of the New York Climate Exchange.
Brand Alignment:
The headshot visually underscored the Exchange's commitment to innovation and leadership in tackling climate change.