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Eric Seneca

Questioner · DISC type c
Freelance Photographer at BirdsFlyAbove
📍 Baton Rouge Metropolitan Area, United States

Eric is a Senior Director of Information Technology at Louisiana State University with over eighteen years of experience in system engineering, database design, and project management. An accomplished IT professional with a Ph. D. from LSU, he has a demonstrated history of leading technology operations and managing multi-million dollar budgets in academic settings.

Outside of his IT career, Eric is a passionate freelance photographer focusing on nature, wildlife, and historical subjects under his brand, BirdsFlyAbove. His recent work captures elk in the mountains, raccoons, and scenes from the Great Smoky Mountains, reflecting a deep appreciation for the outdoors.

Unique fact: Eric creates hands-on video content, such as a 2025 tutorial on recycling a broken suet feeder into a new one for his garden.

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Experience
30 Years
Current Role
Freelance Photographer
Job Level
Senior
Location
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Area, United States
Personality Overview

How Eric shows up

Not Easily Convinced
Cautious & Analytical
Value Seeker

While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. They prefer to do thorough analysis of any situation.

Priorities

Topics Eric cares about

Academic IT Management
As the Senior Director of IT at LSU's School of Veterinary Medicine and former Director at Our Lady of the Lake College, he specializes in university technology operations.
Nature Photography
Runs a freelance photography business, BirdsFlyAbove, and frequently posts his work featuring landscapes, wildlife, and historical buildings.
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Career

Work history

1-2023
Freelance Photographer
BirdsFlyAbove
8-2014
Senior Director of Information Technology Services
Louisiana State University
5-2012 - 8-2014
Director of College Technology
Our Lady of the Lake College
3-2006 - 5-2012
Director of Distance Learning
Our Lady of the Lake College
5-2005 - 2-2006
Programmer
Aegis Mortgage Company
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2010 - 2013
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Louisiana State University
2008 - 2009
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Southeastern Louisiana University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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