Craig Connolly

• Coordinated regularly with the broader team to ensure successful and timely project delivery. • Possess technical expertise in file compression formats and resolutions for final client delivery. • Conducted quality checks on client-facing media and final delivery to ensure adherence to provided specifications. • Skilled in utilizing Flame Autodesk, including creating slates and applying stereo & 5.1 mixes for broadcast spots. • Collaborated with lead artists and producers to organize their deliverables. • Managed project elements acquired from clients on the internal server. • Facilitated the efficient transfer of incoming and outgoing media between global facilities. • Managed and supervised entry-level and junior staff, including training and assigning duties. • Experienced in backing up and archiving LTO data tapes using Quantum Scalar technology.

• Facilitated broadcast trafficking of spots to distribution sites, including Extreme Reach, Adstream (Deluxe), and others. • Created digital submission files via FTPs, wire drive links, and Frame.io. • Maintained effective communication with Producers and Artists throughout project lifecycles. • Possessed expertise in various codecs, including Uncompressed, Apple ProRes, h264, MPEG 4, and others. • Collaborated with Producers and Artists to resolve issues related to file deliverables.

• Maintained regular communication with Producers and Assistant Editors daily throughout project cycles. • Organized and prepared spots for trafficking to various distribution sites, including Extreme Reach, Adstream, Syncro, and Deluxe. • Produced subtitles for short films, panel discussions, and video spots. • Ensured efficient organization of project-related media assets and files on the server. • Created Audio mixes for Audio Engineers.

• Produced diverse video projects involving collecting and preparing necessary files for video production. • Collaborated with Post-Production Supervisor for daily feedback and input and regularly worked with another video editor.

• Produced the Esquire video project by executing the script, developing the storyboard, and retrieving and optimizing necessary assets for the animated video. • Coordinated with the Senior Vice President - Video and Programming and photographers throughout the project.

• Provided general assistance to clients and employees, in-house and on-location. • Assisted on live-action Commercial shoots. • Help clients to feel at home by providing a first-class hospitality service. • Ensured that facilities were kept clean and tidy always, and that the kitchen area was maintained. • Responsibility for managing petty cash. • Receptionist duties. • Office/administrative duties.

• Collaborated with a fast-paced advertising agency to develop project briefs, storyboards, and video animations for various clients. • Gained expertise in time management, file organization, and coordination with account managers and directors. • Primary responsibilities included video editing, storyboarding, animation, and designing web banners.