Profile
Enthusiastic professional with over ten years of experience in multimedia production and
advertising for a wide range of industries. Able to combine technical knowledge with creative vision and effectively create and implement strategies to achieve client goals.
I am a professional who is extremely passionate about multimedia development, capable of completing all aspects of video production, from concept through completion. I am also proficient in graphic design, audio engineering and AV technologies. I am able to plan and execute media projects that are creative, effective, and meet the highest quality standards for client marketing goals. In addition, I understand the importance of meeting deadlines and effectively communicating with team members and clients.
Video Production
Familiar with professional broadcast specifications and technology, with ability to ensure video and audio content adheres to specific needs for the client. Extensive experience in editing and compositing video, proficient in Adobe Creative Suite. Can create and utilize special effects and motion graphics to enhance video productions. Possess knowledge of lighting, green-screen, and videography. Capable of developing a video project from start to finish, including concept/creative development, script writing, voice-over recording, music and sound effect selection and placement, and the final compositing of all elements into the finished product. Able to ensure final product meets all quality and technical specifications for digital distribution including broadcast.
Graphic Design
Clean and professional design, from traditional to progressive styles. Logo development, photo editing, page layouts, business cards, letterheads, web graphics & design, animations, promotional material, and advertisements. Full knowledge of Gestalt principles and the importance of type. Familiar with specialty printing, paper selection and designing for four color process and spot color. Understanding of company branding and image consistency throughout all types of media. Able to develop responsive web design with UX considerations.
Motion & VFX
Proficient in Motion graphics development, creating artwork for web, television and film, including movie clips, trailers, commercials, and title sequences. Skilled using visual effects, animation and other cinematic techniques to bring creations to life. Experienced developing special effects, animation and visual clean-up for high-end productions in film and video. Possess an eye for artistic detail, such as light, shadow and texture, to create realistic and immersive viewer experiences.
Audio
Highly motivated, results-oriented individual with ability to create, evaluate and ensure the highest quality audio content. Possess solid foundation in audio technology, hands-on experience, and understanding of the various methods and standards to distribute audio. Proficient in non-linear editing and audio for video post-production. Extensive work with MIDI and its various applications, as well as sound design. Utilize knowledge of equipment, physics of sound, and recording techniques to serve as producer, engineer, and second engineer in live recording and mixing sessions. Also familiar with live sound reinforcement and remote recording. Extensive experience with sound effects/music creation and sync with video, and voice-over recording.
AV/IT
Able to provide technical setup and support for AV presentations or videoconferences during seminars, meetings, company functions and ceremonies. Can maintain and troubleshoot all audio, video and lighting equipment required for large-scale productions. Committed to ongoing professional development to stay current with emerging technologies. Current project management experience with augmented reality and virtual reality applications.
Education
Southern New Hampshire University
BA in Graphic Design and Media Arts
Completed December 2016
Crestron Trechnical Institute
Digital Media Certified Designer
Completed February 2013
Sheffield Institute for the Recording Arts
Certified Audio Engineer
Completed August 2008
Art Institute of Pittsburgh
AA in Multimedia Design
Completed April 2000
