Prepare and direct live and taped news television broadcasts utilizing the ROSS Overdrive automated production control system & Dalet Computer system. Build master rundown patterns for all broadcasts, PSA’s, Commercials, etc. Helped launch NBC Boston new automation control systems and Dalet crash recorder for wheel format news. Was key implementing automated robotic control system within Ross Overdrive. Operated audio on SSL console and built Vinten camera shots for 2 new studios.
Summary
I am a hardworking professional with fifteen years of experience in the live television production field. I thrive in live, fast paced, multi camera production environments.. I have expertise in Dir. , AD, SM, Audio, TD and also digital photography.
Credits
9/16 – 12/17
Technical Director (APC Operator)
Staff Position — NBC Boston - NECN - Telemundo Details
9/16 – 12/17
11/15 – 11/15
Assistant Director (1st) – The Plaza (Pilot)
Internet — TV — A/O Productions
11/15 – 11/15
4/15 – 4/15
Gaffer (Grip) – Copper
Film (Short) — John Wynn Productions Details
4/15 – 4/15
Setup and breakdown of Light Stands, Boom Pole, Stringers, Flags and wiring. Help with setup of the actual set pieces. Ran audio for select scenes using a Zoom H4n recording device.
3/05 – 4/15
Director – WHDH Channel 7 News
NBC — TV — WHDH Channel 7 News Boston Details
3/05 – 4/15
Create and Direct multiple show formats with Producers for fast paced daily newscasts 4,5,6,10,11pm. Direct and manage a 10 person technical crew for newscasts, breaking news, pre production, special projects. Assist Director in all phases of production, including pre-production, timings, graphics preparation, remote coordination, responsibility for tape playback/record.
8/11 – 8/12
Still Photographer
Staff Position — Frank Messer IV Photography Details
8/11 – 8/12
Portfolio ---> Krop.com/FHMIVphoto/#/
9/02 – 6/04
Sound Mixer (Technical Directing )
Staff Position — KUSI-TV Details
9/02 – 6/04
Operated audio console for live newscasts and studio productions. Responsible for mixing in studio microphones, ENG receive, media playback and music during live newscasts. Maintained Studio, Lighting Design, Camera Operation Robos and Manual, Chyron and Graphics. Floor directed live newscasts giving talent verbal and non verbal cues.
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Education
Class of '00
Dean College
Associates Degree in Communications
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