PHOTOGRAPHIKA, INC.Photographika, Inc. is a Commercial Photography Company based in Las Vegas, NV. Established in 2011 by Photographer / Cinematographer – Sammy J. Vassilev and Advertising Director Iva Nencheva, Photographika, Inc is the combination of years of Experience, Passion, Knowledge and Photographic Creativity. After years of working as freelancers for various Advertising and Photography companies in Europe and US, Sammy and Iva combined their talents and created Photographika, Inc.
“We believe in treating our customers as we like to be treated! We are a family owned company and we understand the value of ethics, good business practices and fairness! We are small company and this is a huge advantage to our clients since we give them all the time needed to understand their needs in order for us to deliver the best possible product we can.”
Sammy and Iva are not new to creating successful companies. Both have proven track record and high achievements in their professions which can be seen in their portfolios and resumes. Iva & Sammy are hard working individuals and have extensive experience in Photography, Advertising, Film Production and Journalism. Our 15 years of Journalism experience with International TV Channels in Europe and US as well as Top European Magazines and Publications contributes to the proper and professional understanding of converting your event according to media needs. Together they own a boutique Ad Agency and a Designs Studio – Sunny Adz, Inc which is operating successfully since 2003 with offices in Chicago, Europe – Bulgaria and of course – Las Vegas, NV. Photographika, Inc, came as a much needed support to our customers in the delivery of top quality photography images to support their ad campaigns, advertising materials, graphic designs and company portfolios. Photographika, Inc. extents into Event Photography, Conventions and Meetings, Corporate Photography, Award Ceremonies, Political Campaigns and so on.
Photographika, Inc. has built a team of Top Pro Photographers, Photoshop artists and Graphic Designers to capture, edit and deliver the final images at their best. We have a specific photographer for each Photographic specialty we offer to assure top image quality capture and final delivery. All of our photographers have a min of 5 years of practical on field experience and proper education. We do not hire students or interns to do the Pro’s job simply because we value the art and craft of photography and our client’s photographic needs.
Our company slogan is “Onwards & Upwards”
Company mission Statement: Creativity, Experience, Innovation, Technology are our tools, Hard work & customer Satisfaction is what we live for!
Thank you for your time. We look forward to capture your next event and to provide you and your company with top quality Photography Service for your event or ad campaign.
PHOTOGRAPHIKA, INC. IS PROUD MEMBER OF:
Iva Nencheva – Marketing and Advertising DirectorIva Nencheva is well recognized journalist with top honors, PR and Advertising specialist in Europe and for the last 3 years in USA as well. Even before starting her education in University of Varna, Bulgaria she already worked in the Bulgarian National Television (BNT) as an anchor, journalist and correspondent. After graduating with Bachelor degree in Journalism / TV Broadcasting and secondary degree in Media Management in 1999 she build her career and continued as a TV Program director. In 2003 she started her own National Correspondence Center providing:
- daily coverage of major events in the North-Eastern part of Bulgaria for International Satellite TV Chanel “TV Bulgaria”, Bulgarian National TV (BNT), BTV, NOVA TV, TV2 – National TV Chanels
- Organizing and producing LIVE Broadcasts from North-Eastern part of Bulgaria
Some of her Journalists Highlights are:
2008 – Exit Extreme Film Fest 2008 – First place winner with “Ground Rush” Dir/DP – Sammy Vassilev
2008 – National Elections for the Bulgarian symbol on the Euro Dollar” – LIVE Broadcast
2007 – Exit Extreme Film Fest 2007 – Sixth Place with “Flight” – Dir/DP Sammy Vassilev
2006 – “The mysteries of the Romanian queen’s Palace”, Balchik, Bulgaria – Documentary
2006 – “The ancient city of Kavarna” – Documentary
2005 – RAI UNO, Italy – “Walk in Lunigiana, Italy” – EU, Region Toscana – Tour promo Film
2003 – Center for work with children – Diploma “Popularizing the children’s creative work”
2002 – District Governor Award for Excellence – Diploma “Journalism”
2001 – National Community Center & Historical Museum – Dobrich – Highest Professional
Achievement in Broadcasting
Iva’s additional Education and Specialty Courses are EUROPEAN MEDIA STANDARDS – 2006-2007 – Sofia, Bulgaria – Roma, Italy with special diploma from European Union.
After establishing her journalist / news correspondent business she concentrated her passion in Advertising. In 2004 she becomes Advertising Director for the biggest resort In Eastern Europe “ALBENA” creating and managing the advertising for 45 hotels on the Black Sea. In 2007 she created the Domestic and International AD strategy for the Resort, organizing the Advertising for 3 Airports owned by Albena. Iva represented Albena all over the world at touristic expos in China, Italy, UK, Germany, Romania, Russia and others.
Alongside her duties as an Advertising Director, Iva produced a TV program for the tourists in Albena in 6 languages.
In 2007 Ivelina and Sammy created a Production company and have produced TV commercials, AD spots and WEB Advertising for various European and US clients.
Sammy J. Vassilev – Photographer / Cinematographer
Sammy J. Vassilev is an internationally recognized and published commercial photographer and motion picture cinematographer. Over the last 17 years, Mr. Vassilev has worked as a photographer / cinematographer in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Chicago and Europe for several leading photography companies, production companies and ad agencies.
Sammy’s education in photography and art began at the age of 8. At 16, Mr. Vassilev arrived in America, landing in New York City with four hundred dollars in his pocket and not a word of English. He overcame staggering odds to enjoy a flourishing photography and film career, becoming a leader in his field. Sammy’s photography career began in communist Bulgaria in the early 1980’s and eventually segued into photography / cinematography for national and international television commercials, music videos, feature films, documentaries and print campaigns. Sammy has been a part of over 80 music videos, 50 internationally broadcast TV commercials and 7 feature films.
In May 1995 Sammy graduated from Northwestern Business College in Chicago with a degree in Business Management. In August of 1995 Sammy relocated to Las Vegas to study film at University of Nevada Las Vegas. In 1996 Sammy received a diploma from NY Institute of Photography where he completed a Master Photography Course. In 1998, Sammy became US Vice Champion in his sport of Skysurfing – only 20 people in the world have competed in this sport due to the high risks involved. In 2000 Sammy was selected as the “Bulgarian of the Year” in Chicago by the community and the media along with Hristo Stoychkov, one of the world’s foremost soccer players. This prestigious award was bestowed to “The Bulgarian who has achieved the highest achievements in the US and representing the Bulgarian community with top honors” as voted by the Bulgarian community and press.
In 2003 Sammy was accepted in the International Cinematographer’s Guild – Hollywood, California, which is the most prestigious Guild for Photographers and Cinematographers in the world.
Mr. Vassilev has lived in Las Vegas since age 21 and has long established himself as one of the leading commercial photographers in the city, working with top talent agencies and having photographed hundreds of models and actors. As a commercial photographer, Sammy has photographed advertising campaigns, products, food and beverage, conventions, expos, parties and events. From extreme sports photography to ballroom and society parties, Sammy has a proven track record with 100% customer satisfaction in his work and ethics. Sammy is always on time, always on budget and will go out of his way to deliver top quality results according to clients’ desires. He is a committed professional to his craft who utilizes all of his talents, skills, knowledge and experience to produce top quality still and moving images utilizing the latest equipment and technology.
Mr. Vassilev is fluent in English, Bulgarian and speaks some Russian and Serbian.
Photographika, Inc. is Sammy’s personal dream, but not the only one!