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Sales, Marketing and Photography

Seasoned marketing and sales professional with experience working with companies ranging in size from small start-ups to large international companies. Proven ability to identify and position products, structure pricing, build relationships and grow sales in highly competitive markets.  Brand building, media strategy, public relations, product development, sales programs and team building are areas of expertise that I have brought to these companies to assist them in defining and exceeding their goals. 

Bicycle Retailer and Industry News Director of Sales and Marketing
Advertising sales for the Southwest. Increased territory revenue from the lowest performing area to the highest. Designed and implemented sales and marketing strategies including pricing and new initiatives. Instrumental in redesign of web site to maximizer revenue leading to an over 250% increase in revenue for digital assets.

Baden Guitars Vice President Business Development
Developed business plan, product pricing models, sales programs, domestic and international distribution for this boutique guitar company. 

Sports Photography
Photographer for Golf World, Golf Digest, Golf and Sports Illustrated magazines, traveled to over 450 golf tournaments nationwide. Met same day or next day publishing deadlines.

Tiger Woods Foundation	
Provided photographic documentation and promotion of the education, golf tournament and fundraising efforts of the nonprofit group. Working as an independent contractor, assignments include events ranging in size from 10 to 10,000 people and require tight teamwork, organization and discretion. 

Broad Knowledge of Bicycle, Outdoor and Golf Industries
In addition to publications, provided event, product and advertising photography to companies including Titleist, Tommy Hilfiger, Callaway, Cadillac, IMG, Izod Club, Ping, PGA Tour and LPGA.  

Event  and Trade Show Photography
Covered trade shows and special events for the bicycle, health and fitness, golf, sporting goods, music and investment industries. Photo assignments included exhibits, seminars, press conferences, parties, concerts, and outdoor action under a wide range of lighting conditions.

Specialties: Sales, marketing, social media, business development, business planning and forecasting. Photography (sports, event and commercial).


GOLF PHOTOGRAPHY - As contract photographer for Golf World, Golf Digest, Golf and Sports Illustrated magazines, traveled to over 450 golf tournaments nationwide and worked on deadline to provide cover, feature, and overall tournament photo coverage.  Also provided event, product and advertising photography to Titleist, Tommy Hilfiger, Callaway, Cadillac, IMG, Kosaido Asahi, Izod Club, Ping, PGA Tour and LPGA.  
TIGER WOODS FOUNDATION - Provide wide range of photography for documentation and promotion of the education, golf tournament and fundraising efforts of the nonprofit group. Working as an independent contractor, assignments include events ranging in size from 10 to 10,000 people requiring tight teamwork, organization and discretion.
TRADE SHOW PHOTOGRAPHY - Coverage of some of the largest trade shows in the country, including Interbike and Outdoor Retailer. Photo responsibilities include indoor and outdoor events, exhibits, seminars, press conferences, parties and concerts.

Advertising sales for the Southwest. Increased territory revenue from the lowest performing area to the highest. Designed and implemented sales and marketing plans including pricing and new initiatives. Instrumental in redesign of web site that led to an over 250% increase in revenue for digital assets.


Director of Sales and Marketing

Guided development of business plan, product pricing models, sales programs, domestic and international distribution for this boutique guitar company.  Participated in marketing strategy, vendor negotiation and artist relations.  Traveled to 

Vice President Business Development

Covered a wide variety of sporting events, including football and baseball, with special emphasis on golf tournament coverage.  Photographed most major golf tournaments, including the U.S. Open, the Masters, the PGA Championship and the Ryder Cup.  Built the U.S. golf images department into one of the company’s largest revenue sources through sales and marketing efforts.


Staff photographer

Editorial member of a small staff for the leading monthly publication in triathlon, including editorial planning, international event coverage (story and photos), and magazine production.


Associate Editor

Instrumental in growing worldwide sales 110 percent for this bicycle component and accessory manufacturer. Direct responsibilities included sales forecasting and meeting projections, advertising development and placement, and tradeshow selection and participation. A member of the four-person management team that developed and implemented company strategy, as well as identify and design new products.


Sales, Marketing and Advertising Manager

Represented this bicycle, component manufacturing and distribution company on the telephone and in person while selling products and solving customer problems. Also provided design assistance and product testing feedback on mountain bikes, tires and other products.


Inside Sales, Customer Service & Product Development

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Gary Newkirk: Sales, Marketing and Photography in Dana Point, CA

Gary Newkirk

Gary Newkirk Photography

Bicycle Retailer and Industry News

Baden Guitars

Allsport Photography (now Getty Images)

Triathlete Magazine

Blackburn Designs

West Coast Cycles

UCLA