Zach Gallman
Photographer, Writer & Community Storyteller
I create visual stories that connect people with places, hospitality, and community.
Hi, I'm Zach.
My career has been rooted in hospitality, photography, and digital content creation. After years working in wine and behind the bar, I've developed a passion for telling stories that connect people to places and experiences. I earned my degree in Studio Art, which gave me a foundation in visual storytelling that continues to inform my work today.
Based in Durham, North Carolina, my work has centered on the spaces that bring people together—from boutique hotels and local businesses to wine bars, events, and community gatherings. Through photography and digital content, I aim to capture the experiences that make a place feel meaningful and memorable.
Hospitality & Community
Photography and storytelling from wine bars, boutique hotels, and events.
SELECTED WORK
Areas of Focus
Social Media & Editorial
Content strategy, editorial storytelling, and community-driven campaigns.
Portrait & Lifestyle
Portraits, weddings, and personal projects rooted in human connection.
FEATURED PROJECT
Louella’s Wine, Beer & Beverage
As Social Media Coordinator and Content Creator for LouElla Wine, Beer & Beverage, I help tell the story of one of Durham's most community-focused wine shops. My work spans social media management, photography, editorial copywriting, event promotion, and content strategy, using a blend of original photography, smartphone content, and community-generated media to create an authentic digital presence.
Responsibilities
Social Media Strategy & Management
Photography & Video
Editorial Copywriting
Event Promotion
Community Engagement
Content Planning
Selected Results
Instagram audience approaching 5,000 followers
Produced weekly social campaigns supporting tastings, educational programming, and community events.
Promotion of tastings, wine club, and community events
Developed and maintained a consistent, community-driven brand voice across digital channels.