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Recent
Cinematography/ Editing Reel
Graphic Design
Motion Graphics
Photography
Experience
Creative Media Specialist at Rush University Medical Center
2020 - Present
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• Design and create high-quality motion graphics for a variety of mediums
• Skilled in photography and videography, with a focus on capturing high-quality images and videos for marketing and publicity purposes
• Expert in Adobe Creative Suite software, including Premiere, Audition, After Effects, and Photoshop, with a commitment to ongoing learning and staying up-to-date with changing technology
• Works closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, content media, and designers, to plan and execute compelling photography and videography projects
• Sets up lighting and equipment, scouts locations, and conducts simple interviews to achieve desired results
• Edits and retouches photos and videos to meet high standards, including skin retouching, object removal, color correction, and image manipulation
• Maintains accuracy, consistency, and quality control, ensuring projects meet established branding and editorial standards
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and organization of files and media
• Comfortable communicating and interacting with various stakeholders, including students, faculty, providers, patients, and donors, to meet photography and videography needs.
Multimedia Director at Homeowner NOW, Red Media and Ben Anderson 365
2018- 2020
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Created unique and original stories from footage, managed the post-production process, established workflows on set and off set, and ensured alignment with client vision.
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Directed two video projects featuring Sabrina Bryan, wrote scripts, conducted editing, developed motion graphics, and met aggressive project delivery schedules.
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Edited footage from live productions and studio productions in Premiere and After Effects created graphics for thumbnails and icons.
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Conducted sound design, co-produced, and edited 30 episodes of The Hustle with Ben Anderson Podcast featuring celebrities such as Sabrina Bryan, Dave Meltzer, Adam Kennedy, Eric Bigger, Barry Habib, and Kerry Rhodes.
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Managed a team of four Video Editors, assigned responsibilities, reviewed work, and created goals.
Marketing Assistant and Client Relations
2018- 2018
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Coordinated with team members to expand marketing channels, photographed high-quality images for both print and internet distribution, and inspected proofs to ensure quality of prints.
DIT Specialist and Video Editor at Blue Cross and Blue Shield
2017 - 2018
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Created unique and original stories from footage, managed the post-production organization and workflow, and ensured fulfillment of client vision for advertising initiatives valued at up to $30K.
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Served as a camera operator, audio designer, and production assistant and provided support to the Motion Graphic Artist.
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Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value, and continuity, trimmed shots as needed, edited content, and ensured alignment with the Director’s vision throughout the editing process.
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Coordinated with editorial team to develop, produce, and edit content for broadcasting including promo creation, digital content, marketing content, concept generation, and studio production.
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Performed post-production work, including assembling raw material, editing sound and sequences, and providing final products in alignment with deadlines and budget constraints.
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Participated in creative meetings to assist in developing ideas and defining project deadlines.
Junior Graphic Designer
at NIU
2016 - 2017
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Designed website layouts, templates, and branded looks, met with customers to present mockups, gathered specifications, and coordinated with clients and Project Managers to pitch design concepts.
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Created digital image files for digital and traditional printing using Indesign and Photoshop.
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Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements such as logos and letterheads and applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
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Created and updated trend boards, investigated changing conditions, and recommended strategic adoptions to capitalize on projected changes.
Production Assistant
at NIU
2016 - 2017
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Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas, edited footage from live productions and studio productions in Avid.
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Operated cameras during live sport productions and archived and organized footage.
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Created and updated physical records and digital files for production information, maintained current, accurate, and compliant documentation, and discussed compliance issues with senior leadership.
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Designed website layouts, templates, and unique branded looks.
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Coordinated with the Manager to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operation and collaborated with NIU Athletics to create exceptional broadcasts to air on national television.
Video Intern
at OC Creative
2016 - 2017
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Utilized proper tools, materials, and methods in accordance with best industry practices and safety procedures, managed sound equipment, microphones, and recorders and created sound quality reports.
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Assessed captured video to ensure digital integrity, edited highlight packages and segments for clients, and logged and organized a department library of videos.
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Scheduled shoots, oversaw logistics, and managed set up procedures for shots according to production schedules, weather, and lighting conditions and available equipment.
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Acquired footage and video from outside sources for editing and incorporation for broadcasts,
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Produced original video content by working collaboratively with Producers, Designers, and Art Specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
Education
Northern Illinois University
B.S. Media Studies
2015 - 2017
At NIU, I took a mixture of practical and theory related courses that have prepared me for the field. During my studies, I learned video production, video pre-production and post-production, script writing, and crafting an engaging story.
Technical Skills
Software:
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Powerpoint, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Final Cut Pro X, Celtx, Final Draft, Studio Binder, Davinci Resolve 16, and Xpression.
Kishwaukee Community College
Associate of Arts
2010 - 2015
At Kishwaukee College, I gained a solid but broad base of knowledge in mathematics, science, and other degrees of studies.
Equipment Knowledge:
Red Scarlet, Sony AR7III, Blackmagic Ursa Mini, Canon EOS C100 Mark II, Canon 5D Mark III, Zoom Audio Family, LED Video Lights, and Green Screen.