Elyjah Wilbur

As a Jr. Video Producer, I was reasonable for creating two videos a week for BuzzFeed's various YouTube channels. Videos would be produced in various ways using original footage, sourced footage and still photographs, and other various media.

Provided additional writing and story consulting for various episodes.

As this was a very small crew and budget, I was responsible for the overall look of the film from the camera and lens to the lighting. I utilized equipment and rigs that were available at our budget.

My duties included managing incoming footage during the shoot. Organize it, back it up, transcode if needed, and assemble a basic cut for the lead editor. I also became the Assistant Editor for the secondary channels, doing a much more complete edit with basic graphics and animation.

Performed duties as the studio PA, ranging from clerical to production tasks. Assisted on field shoots. Coordinated the show's annual sponsor's meeting. Responded to viewer emails. Organized and logged media and tapes using Final Cut Server. Logged stock music for studio records. Assisted in the studio as needed.

Attained and organized content for the episode. Contacted and prepared specials guests. Operated a camera during live taping. Transcribed the episode for broadcast. Secured appropriate releases for broadcast.

Wrote, produced, and directed a sizzle reel for a potential episodic series.

Worked on the load in and load out. Operated a Sony Ex-1 during a live concert event for a live web stream.