Jorden McLean
Jorden McLean
Photographer | Videographer | Environmental Scientist
Photographer | Videographer | Environmental Scientist
I am a graduate of James Madison University with a B.S in Geographic Science, with concentrations in Environmental Conservation, Sustainability, and Development (ECSD) and Applied Geographic Information Science (GIS).
Throughout my time in college, I also became a self-taught professional photographer, and I aspire to become a successful business owner serving a variety of mission-driven clients. You can view my resume, portfolios, and brands I run below!
Have A Nice Day Photography
Role: Owner
2019 - Present
Website: haveanicedayphotography.com
Instagram: @haveanicedayphotographyy
About:
I own and operate a photography business based in Harrisonburg, Virginia, specializing in senior portraits for college grads. I'm responsible for creating and maintaining the website, social media marketing, communications and scheduling, and of course photographing all sorts of amazing people.
Blue Lake Productions
Role: Owner
June 2023-Present
Website: bluelakeproductions.com
Instagram: @bluelake.productions
About:
Blue Lake Productions aims to provide creative media solutions for mission-driven brands, specifically in sustainability, education, and social impact spaces. We provide services such as:
- Conference and event photography
- Commercial photography and headshots
- Brand videos for outreach and communications
- Social media and website content
JMU Marching Royal Dukes
Role: Media Specialist
August 2020 - May 2022
About:
In my last 2 years of undergrad at JMU, I documented the activities of the MRDs as part of their media team. During that time, I:
- Photographed and filmed all marching band events for a band of 500+ members.
- Managed social media content through planning and posting photos and videos.
- Assisted in social media fundraising campaigns, such as JMU Giving Day.
- Traveled with the band to create live and evergreen content.