Summary

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Dynamic and creative professional with 15+ years of combined experience in Public Relations, Digital Media and Video Production. Adept at developing proactive campaigns which has consistently improved brand awareness and exposure.

Credits

1/19 – 1/20

Producer LiveCastUSA

LIveCastUSA — Podcast/Audio — LIveStreaming Company Details
1/19 – 1/20

Set up and deliver livestreams to social media based upon clients needs. LiveStream HD550, and Studio 6 platform with additional gear.

7/14 – 7/15

Drone Operator Marketing Promo

Digital — Pro Performance Production Details
7/14 – 7/15

Drone Operator DJI Phantom 3. Fully Registered and compliant with all FAA rules and Regulations.

5/13 – 5/14

Editor (FCP X) Promo

Web — Digital — Pro Performance Productions Details
5/13 – 5/14

• Lead the delivery of high quality video productions for a wide variety of large clients (CNN, NBC, MTV) and non-profit organizations. • Reduce budgets with on-time deliveries, improving production pipelines and team communication. • Utilize Final Cut Pro X to handle multiple video editing projects, constantly meeting client deadlines through all stages. • Organize the workflow and perform the finished editing of photo, sound and video using multiple platforms. • Implement media/blogger relations programs targeted to a variety of media in order to established company’s name video brand as one of the industry leaders. • Research and develop promotional material, and press releases to drive engagement with target consumers. • Outline and create comprehensive video communications and marketing strategies for large scale projects such as Hospice. • Utilize proficiency in video blogging and audience engagement metrics to improve target audience engagement on social networks

1/03 – 12/13

Floor Director (Lead)

Staff Position — CNN / Turner Broadcasting Details
1/03 – 12/13

CNN/ Turner Broadcasting: Washington, DC Technical Operations, Floor Director, Audio Assistant (A2), and Camera Operator • Demonstrated in-depth working knowledge of Sony HD Cameras and Ikegami Robotic Camera systems. • Operated, delivered, set-up, and provided outstanding technical support for Steadi Cam, and jib equipment. • Lighting assistant, and video operator using vector scopes and waveform monitors. • Expert knowledge of Video cubes and studio equipment in The Situation Room using 3D technology and “magic walls.” • Production Crew Manager of 7 operators involved in a daily, international broadcast for The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer and other shows out of the CNN Washington Bureau and special events. • Actively participated in social and business events to promote and protect the company’s reputation. • Developed good working relationship with customers to understand their needs and create plans and schedules to meet these needs. • Increased brand awareness through creation and management of social media channels and the corporate blog. • Managed multiple agency relationships (PR, social, legal) to ensure the success and alignment of all initiatives.

2/02 – 1/13

Stage Manager (Camera Operation, Audio. Post Productions FCPX.)

Staff Position — CNN / Turner Broadcasting Details
2/02 – 1/13

Technical Operations, Floor Director, Audio Assistant (A2), and Camera Operator • Demonstrated in-depth working knowledge of Sony HD Cameras and Ikegami Robotic Camera systems. • Operated, delivered, set-up, and provided outstanding technical support for Steadi Cam, and jib equipment. • Lighting assistant, and video operator using vector scopes and waveform monitors. • Expert knowledge of Video cubes and studio equipment in The Situation Room using 3D technology and “magic walls.” • Production Crew Manager of 7 operators involved in a daily, international broadcast for The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer and other shows out of the CNN Washington Bureau and special events. • Actively participated in social and business events to promote and protect the company’s reputation. • Developed good working relationship with customers to understand their needs and create plans and schedules to meet these needs. • Increased brand awareness through creation and management of social media channels and the corporate blog. • Managed multiple agency relationships (PR, social, legal) to ensure the success and alignment of all initiatives.

1/03 – 1/04

Camera Operator (Sony, JVC, Cannon.)

Staff Position — Pro Performance Productions Details
1/03 – 1/04

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Pro Performance Productions: Washington DC DEC 2012 - PRESENT Executive Producer/Editor • Lead the delivery of high quality video productions for a wide variety of large clients (CNN, NBC, MTV) and non-profit organizations. • Reduce budgets with on-time deliveries, improving production pipelines and team communication. • Utilize Final Cut Pro X to handle multiple video editing projects, constantly meeting client deadlines through all stages. • Organize the workflow and perform the finished editing of photo, sound and video using multiple platforms. • Implement media/blogger relations programs targeted to a variety of media in order to established company’s name video brand as one of the industry leaders. • Research and develop promotional material, and press releases to drive engagement with target consumers. • Outline and create comprehensive video communications and marketing strategies for large scale projects such as Hospice. • Utilize proficiency in video blogging and audience engagement metrics to improve target audience engagement on social networks.

1/00 – 1/03

Producer

Staff Position — MTV Networks (Viacom) Details
1/00 – 1/03

Producer/Production Management • Producer/Production Management on live shows and special events for Total Request Live and MTV Beach House. • Recorded, edited, and posted interviews and videos for public consumption to support and raise the level of public relations activity. • Technical Operations, and Talent management for MTV Studio 1515 Broadway, New York. • Developed interactive and creative reports for Creates reports for presentation to stakeholders. • Directed and managed production schedule for talent and artists, as well as technical crew. • Responsible for production and on-air promos for MTV and VH1 contests and shows. • Collaborated with video, marketing, and corporate communications teams to define the scope and design of animations, interviews, and other video assets that helped to tell the story of the company’s 30-year history • Increased sales revenue and bottom line profits through effective collaboration with internal partners and stakeholders to support business/initiative strategies. • Directed an outreach campaign, produced and wrote promotional materials, including press release and fundraising videos. • Assisted in developing and managing program budgets and scopes for PR initiatives. • Instituted individual team-member accountability resulting in 125% revenue increase.

Orgs

  • Directors Guild of America.

Recos

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Education

Class of '98

Shenandoah University

Mass Communications

My Gear

  • DJI Phantom 3 Drone. Go Pro's.
  • JVC GY HM 100Um

Skills

  • Editing
  • Shooting
  • Final Cut Pro X
  • A2
  • Floor Directing.
  • Studio Operations.