Denis Shotvmomentov

Denis Shotvmomentov

SMM Photographer

📍Paris

SMM photographer with 7 years of experience. Specializes in shooting events, bars, restaurants, and brands for Instagram, Telegram, VK. Knows how to create shots that sell and grab attention in the feed.

About the specialist

Denis Shotvmomentov is an SMM photographer who understands how visuals impact business. He started with concert reportage photography but quickly moved into HoReCa and events. Denis doesn't just press the button — he plans each frame to work in the feed, evoke emotions, and drive action (likes, saves, profile visits). He works with natural light, strobes, and video. He's always available on the event day to approve key shots. Adapts to the brand's style and provides visual strategy recommendations. In Moscow and the region — travels anywhere.

Education

Moscow State University of Culture and Arts (MGUKI), Faculty of Media Communications and Photography, specialization 'Advertising Photography' (2013–2018); 'SMM Photography: Content that Sells' courses (Netology, 2019); Natural and strobe light workshops (Photoplay, 2020); 'Creative Formats for Social Media' intensive (Skillbox, 2022).

Work experience

7 years in commercial and SMM photography: photographer at 'Moment' studio (2018–2019), staff SMM photographer at 'Bottle&Co' bar chain (2019–2021), freelance photographer for event agencies 'PrazdnikProf' and 'EventPro' (2021–2023), independent SMM photographer (since 2023). Shot 150+ events: festivals, corporate parties, weddings, gastro parties. Created content for 30+ restaurants and bars in Moscow.

Certificates

Certificate 'Professional Photo Editing in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop' (Skillbox, 2019); 'Mobile Photography for SMM' course certificate (Gorbunov Bureau, 2020); 'Video for Instagram Reels and TikTok' certificate (Contented, 2021); 'Food Photography and Styling' intensive participant certificate (Photo Academy, 2022).

Achievements

Shot 150+ events, average post reach with his photos increased by 40% for clients; developed visual style for 5 Moscow bar chains, leading to Instagram follower growth of 25–60%; his work was published in 'Restaurant Bulletin' and 'Petersburg Bartender' magazines; average client rating — 4.9 out of 5 (reviews on specialized platforms).

Specialization

Topic:mobile-cocktail-bar
Subtopic:alcohol-bar