VANESSA MUNSCH
Decatur
Summary
Creative professional with a rich background in photography, education, authorship, and special needs advocacy. Known for high executive functioning, event planning skills, and an artist’s eye for detail—blending empathy, innovation, and aesthetics in every endeavor. A multilingual communicator and published author passionate about storytelling, language, and psychology. Brings a unique blend of analytical thinking and imaginative problem-solving to every project.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Photographer & Photo Editor
Vanessa Munsch Photography
01.2015 - Current
- Specializes in portrait, lifestyle, and editorial photography
- Executes all aspects of business, including creative direction, marketing, editing, web design, branding, and customer service
- Experienced in Photoshop, Lightroom, and on-site direction
- Volunteer bereavement photographer for Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep
Author & Special Needs Advocate
Freelance
01.2008 - Current
- Wrote and published multiple advocacy books used in top medical institutions, including Columbia University, Boston Children's Hospital, and international conferences in the US, Canada, France, and Italy
- Creates educational materials supporting families and children with special needs
Language & Education Instructor (French, ESL, Latin)
Various Institutions
01.2003 - 01.2015
- French Lecturer at: Georgia State University (2015), Washington University in St. Louis (2007–2008), University College at Washington University (2008), Saint Louis University (2005)
- K-12 Language Instructor: John Burroughs School – Middle & High School French (2006–2007), Rossman School – PreK–6 French and Latin (2006–2007)
- Private Tutor – French & ESL (2000–2008)
- Certified ESL Instructor – Adult Education & Literacy Center (2003–2005)
- Peer Educator at University of Missouri (2002-2003)
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Education
M.A. - French Language & Literature
Washington University in St. Louis
01.2009
Photography Certificate - undefined
Emory University
01.2013
B.A. - Communications & German
University of Missouri–St. Louis
01.2003
Skills
- Photography (Portraits, Editorial, Event)
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom)
- Aesthetic Curation & Event Planning
- Bilingual & Multilingual Instruction
- Public Speaking & Educational Writing
- Creative Problem-Solving & Strategic Planning
LANGUAGES
French: Native
Spanish: Intermediate
German: Intermediate
Accomplishments
- Conducted over 1,000 professional photo shoots
- Created a custom French curriculum at Washington University
- Published author with international distribution and impact
- Judged photography exhibitions at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
Timeline
Freelance Photographer & Photo Editor
Vanessa Munsch Photography
01.2015 - Current
Author & Special Needs Advocate
Freelance
01.2008 - Current
Language & Education Instructor (French, ESL, Latin)
Various Institutions
01.2003 - 01.2015
Photography Certificate - undefined
Emory University
B.A. - Communications & German
University of Missouri–St. Louis
M.A. - French Language & Literature
Washington University in St. Louis
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