Dawid Paduszynski.
07383111958 | dawidpaduszynski@gmail.com | based: Northeast of England
Creative Profile:
A multidisciplinary visual storyteller and artist undertaking a BA (Hons) in Photography, Video, and Digital Imaging at the University of Sunderland. Passionate about creating emotionally driven, visually provocative work through experimental image-making, multimedia content, and narrative-led visuals. Proficient in photography, video editing, and digital manipulation, focusing on surrealism, symbolism, and innovative presentation formats. Thrives in collaborative environments, continually pushing creative boundaries.
Basic Creative Skills:
Photography & Videography – Proficient in producing still and moving images, with a strong conceptual approach and sensitivity to composition, lighting, and mood.
Digital Imaging and Editing – Comfortable with Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, and AI-driven workflows; confident in producing layered, styled, and creative imagery.
Storytelling & Visual Narratives: Creates evocative, non-linear visual work that investigates themes of identity, transformation, and mental space.
Experimentation in multimedia combines analog and digital processes with scanned film, aspects of artificial intelligence, and hands-on manipulation in post-production.
Creative Problem Solving – Tackles briefs and personal projects with creativity, generating abstract ideas through visual metaphor and symbolism.
Collaborative Production entails working in creative groups, accepting comments, formulating ideas, and contributing to common visual languages.
Innovative Engagement
Freelancing for Sunderland Creative Agency
October 2023 – Present
Developed original photo and video content for live events and campaigns.
Delivered visual content tailored to specific briefs, showing narrative and stylistic continuity.
Worked closely with other creatives to merge work with the brand without compromising personal artistic voice.
Managed deadlines and revisions using Adobe Creative Suite to produce consistent professional work.
Other projects:
Ongoing Independent Creative Projects
Developing a surrealist mixed media photography final-year project that explores the intersection of personal memory, time, and transformation.
Features AI layering, scanned film, physical manipulation, and darkroom experimentation.
Created short-form video and still photography for a gallery show, utilizing minimalist sets and symbolic props.
Education
BA (Hons) Photography, Video, and Digital Imaging
University of Sunderland | September 2021 – Present
Focus areas: conceptual photography, film editing, experimental picture-making, creative research. Acquired hands-on experience in analog and digital workflows, including studio lighting, video scripting, and complex post-production.
Involved in participatory installations and curated online shows. SQA Highers and National Qualifications.
Music Technology – Enhanced, made and developed digital sound editing skills.
History & English – Developed critical analysis and narrative-building skills.
Music. — Created and written in partnership, developing rhythm, mood, and pace consciousness—transferable to video editing.