Kole Loveday
Multimedia Specialist
I’m a camera and design nerd with sarcastic humor, strong INTJ tendencies, and a habit of overthinking tiny details that probably nobody else noticed.
I’m into tech, anime, Star Wars, Tennessee football, traveling, and pretty much anything involving a camera. I’m also a national champion in trap shooting, which sounds way more intimidating than I actually am.
I’m pretty independent, laid-back, detail-oriented, and usually thinking a few steps ahead. I like figuring things out, making stuff look good, and finding better ways to do things without turning everything into a 14-step process.
I take my work seriously, but I don’t take myself too seriously. Unless Tennessee is losing. Then all reasonable behavior is temporarily suspended.
Coffee also improves system performance.
Timeline
Education
2014 - 2018
Jefferson County High School
High School Degree
Dual Enrolled student with a technical focus in Graphic Design. Gained hands-on experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, creating promotional materials, print projects, and a personal NFT trading card concept. Graduated Magna Cum Laude with perfect attendance and awarded Best Graphic Designer of the Year.
2019 - 2020
Walter State Community College
Associate's degree
Earned an AA in Fine Arts with concentrations in Graphic Design, Photography, and Art History. Focused on printmaking and gallery work, with two photos exhibited in the school’s art show. Graduated Magna Cum Laude with consistent Dean’s List honors.
2020 - 2022
University of Tennesse, Knoxville
Bachelor's Degree
Graduated Cum Laude with a B.S. in Journalism & Electronic Media and a minor in Graphic Design. Focused on content creation through short films, photography, and graphic design. Completed an internship with UT Alumni Advancement and made Dean’s List five times.
Work
2015 - 2018
Wilderness at the Smokies - Lifeguard
Maintained guest safety and responded to emergency situations in a high-traffic waterpark. Developed strong communication skills, attention to detail, and situational awareness while working in a fast-paced environment.
2018 - 2023
Wilderness at the Smokies - Arcade Team Lead/ Supervisor
Promoted to leadership role overseeing team operations, customer service, and arcade maintenance. Handled conflict resolution, trained new hires, and ensured smooth day-to-day function across shifts.
2022 - 2023
University of Tennessee Alumni Advancement – Production Intern
Filmed and edited content for alumni outreach, working directly with the creative team. Focused on video production, captioning, and post-editing for social media and internal communications.
2023 - 2025
SelectKoi -
Mulitmedia Content
Creator and Office Manager
At SelectKoi, I handle media creation, marketing, web design, print materials, data organization, and social media. From photographing high-grade koi to managing the website and designing ads, I work across departments to keep the brand consistent, organized, and visually strong—both online and offline. I also oversee and maintain the branding and digital presence for all three of our companies: SelectKoi, AuctionKoi, and SelectPonds—each with its own voice, audience, and visual style. Balancing these identities while keeping everything cohesive is one of my favorite creative challenges.
2025 - Current
Dollywood-
Internal Mulitmedia Communication Specialist
At Dollywood, I help turn internal communication needs into visual content for our Hosts. That might mean producing a video honoring a Host celebrating 30, 40, or 50 years with the company, photographing a Host event, or designing a graphic to make an important update easier to understand.
I work with teams across Dollywood to figure out what they need, then decide the best way to communicate it through graphics, photography, video, or a mix of all three. I also manage and post content on our internal social media channels, update digital screens across the property, and create print materials when the message needs to live off-screen too.
Every project is a little different, which is part of what keeps the job interesting.
Skills
Graphic Design:
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Typography
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Color Theory
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Layout & Composition
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Branding & Identity Design
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Adobe Creative Suite
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Digital Illustration
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Print Design
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UI/UX Design
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Adobe Illustrator
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Creative Problem Solving
Photography:
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Composition
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Lighting
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Manual Camera Settings
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Photo Editing
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Portrait Photography
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Landscape Photography
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Product Photography
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Adobe Photoshop
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Attention to Detail
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DSLR/Mirrorless Camera Operation
Videography:
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Camera Movement
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Video Editing
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Color Correction
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Audio Capture & Sync
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Storyboarding
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Frame Rate & Resolution Settings
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B-Roll Capture
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Interview & Dialogue Setup
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Motion Graphics Integration
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Premiere Pro / Final Cut Pro Proficiency
Leadership:
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Communication
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Decision-Making
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Delegation
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Problem-Solving
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Accountability
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Conflict Resolution
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Adaptability
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Time Management
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Team Motivation
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Strategic Thinking
