Ben-Hur Uribe

Oversaw a team of two direct reports in the successful execution of various media production projects—including video and photography undertakings—overseeing all project elements including brief write-ups, digital management, creative direction, project management, and final product delivery, while maintaining strong client relationships. Coordinated production efforts for video projects worth up to $250K and photography projects worth up to $350K. Developed and delivered highly successful content for multiple high-profile Sears brands, including Kenmore, Craftsman, and Diehard, that exceeded expectations and helped achieve organizational objectives.

This job was experiential advertising in which three Chirp vehicles drove along a one mile stretch in the Wicker Park area of Chicago while a new release of a gym shoe from Adidas was being handed out to crowds gathering around the Chirps. My responsibilities involved organizing the crew and logistics, facilitating a smooth flow, keeping everyone informed on the movement of the three vehicles and crowds, while the product was being handed out to individuals.

Created the shooting schedule, facilitated a smooth workflow by keeping everyone motivated and informed on shots and upcoming shots to complete an aggressive timetable, while translating for the director who only spoke Spanish while the crew and talent only spoke English.

Directed all aspects of content production for major global brands, leveraging expertise in film and media to create internal and external spots for distribution in broadcast, theatre, and social media. Coordinated every element of content production, including concept development, project pitching, and scriptwriting, driving project execution from cradle to grave. Championed the “Small Victories” campaign, pitching the project and securing decision-maker buy-in for a project that won four broadcast spots to cement existing client relationships and augment brand reputation. Enabled the company to provide Spanish-language content, leveraging bilingual competencies to provide an in-demand service for companies with diversifying workforces and customer bases.

Created the budget, raised funds, executed auditions, hired crew and cast, brought the team together, attained locations (22), did breakdowns, using Chimpanzee created schedules, oversaw the different departments and creative decisions, working with the Production Coordinator executed the production, directed the actors, determined shots and supervised post production.

As a content freelance producer/director, developed external, customer-facing content along with internal material as part of the Voice of McDonald’s series, a global undertaking that targeted employees to boost morale, engagement, and investment in the company. Transitioned from producing individual videos to achieving a major production role in the series. Created supplementary videos that showcased executive biographies in a relatable fashion.

Established an exemplary reputation as a content freelance producer/director, attracting high-value clientele and creating material for customers including McDonald’s, Ronald McDonald House Charities, The Illinois Department of Public Health, The Cook County Health & Hospital Systems, The University of Illinois, Riverside Publishing. Collaborated on a freelance basis with Directions AV and Sedgwick Productions to produce materials on behalf of Habitat for Humanity, ComEd, State Farm, and other major corporate clients.