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Sonya Leibowitz

Johns Island

Summary

Dynamic professional with a diverse background in photography and military service. Proven expertise in visual storytelling and project management, complemented by strong problem-solving skills.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Photographer

Sonya Leibowitz Photography
Charleston, SC
06.2025 - Current
  • Captured high-quality images for diverse clients, ensuring alignment with creative visions.
  • Developed expertise in advanced photography and editing techniques.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and deliver customized photographic solutions.

Operational Commander/JAG Officer

United States Coast Gaurd
08.2003 - 09.2023
  • Led operational readiness assessments to ensure compliance with Coast Guard regulations.
  • Coordinated search and rescue missions, optimizing resource allocation and response times.
  • Developed training programs for junior officers, enhancing team performance and safety protocols.
  • Implemented strategic initiatives to improve maritime security operations across various jurisdictions.

Attorney Referee

Calhoun County
Battle Creek, MI
02.1995 - 07.2003
  • Evaluated and rendered decisions on domestic relations and juvenile delinquency cases.
  • Managed mediation processes for family court cases, focusing on conflict resolution and fostering cooperative dialogue.

Attorney

Law Offices of Violet Hinton
Battle Creek, MI
01.1991 - 02.1995
  • Trial attorney specializing in civil and criminal defense cases.
  • Executed comprehensive estate planning strategies to ensure client asset protection.

Education

Associate of Arts - Graphic Arts: Photography

Trident Technical College
Charleston, South Carolina, SC
05-2026

Master of Science - Joint Maritime Operations

Naval War College
Newport, RI
01-2020

J.D. -

Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Lansing
01-2001

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

State University of New York
Oswego
01-1989

Skills

  • Visual Design
  • Problem-solving
  • Adobe photoshop
  • Image and video editing
  • Digital and film photography
  • Creative artistic vision
  • Project management
  • Visual storytelling

Timeline

Freelance Photographer

Sonya Leibowitz Photography
06.2025 - Current

Operational Commander/JAG Officer

United States Coast Gaurd
08.2003 - 09.2023

Attorney Referee

Calhoun County
02.1995 - 07.2003

Attorney

Law Offices of Violet Hinton
01.1991 - 02.1995

Associate of Arts - Graphic Arts: Photography

Trident Technical College

Master of Science - Joint Maritime Operations

Naval War College

J.D. -

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

State University of New York
Sonya Leibowitz