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SUMMARY

During my career I've edited videos with brand ambassadors; promotional videos for social media outlets and websites; banner ads; testimonials; service overviews; webinars; documentaries; and multi-cam events.
 

Additionally, I have worked on projects as a videographer, writer, director, producer, graphic artist, photographer, web designer, trainer, and presenter.

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Top Home Anchor
Coco Gauff Instagram
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USC Upstate | Our University
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Baker Tilly | Develup 2023
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Sometimes I'm Sad (HD, English)
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Luna
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Coco Gauff x Baker Tilly
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Our Community | USC Upstate
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VIDEO SELECTIONS

SKILLS

I have expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud: Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Media Encoder, Audition, and Illustrator.

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Additional software includes: DaVinci Resolve, RED Digital Cinema, Google Apps, Microsoft Apps, and more.

 

I have worked with 4K, mirrorless, and DSLR cameras, pro camcorders, drones, GoPro, 360 photos, lights, microphones, RAID systems, DAM systems, digital signage monitors, camera formats and video codecs, and archiving.

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Related skills include working with talent, mentoring, technology competency, adaptability, emotional intelligence, time management, collaboration, creative thinking, and conflict resolution.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts

Film & Video
Columbia College Chicago

 


Masters in Education

Teacher Leadership
Carthage College

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CONTACT

Serving locally between Milwaukee, WI and Chicago, IL.

 

National and international service available in a remote capacity.

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AWARDS

The Scare

ROLE: Director, Writer, Editor, Camera Operator

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  • Winner Best Documentary Dark Carnival Film Festival 2007

  • Winner 2nd Place HauntCon 2007

  • Winner Best Film Trailer Our Stage Trailer Competition 2007

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Luna

ROLE:  Producer, Director, Writer, Editor, Music, Voice Actor

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  • Nominated Best Short LA Intl Children's Film Fest 2010

  • Nominated Best Short California Independent Film Fest 2009

  • Nominated Best Short San Francisco Bay Area Intl Children's Film Fest 2009

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Sometimes I’m Sad

ROLE: Producer, Director, Writer, Editor, Music

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  • Nominated for Best Film Kids First! Film Festival 2009

  • Official Selection PowerFlicker Film Festival 2009

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Behind the Scenes: Bending Light

ROLE: Editor

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  • Official Selection Austin Film Festival 2010

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Hidden Places 

ROLE: Editor

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  • 48 Hour Film Project 2006:

    • Winner Audience Favorite

    • Winner Best Use of Character

    • Winner Best Cinematography

    • Winner Best Acting Ensemble

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What Went On Inside

ROLE: Co-producer, Director, Writer, Editor, Music

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  • Official Selection Wisconsin Film Festival 2001

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Customer Service Everybody’s Business

ROLE: Director, Producer, Editor, Camera

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Texas School Public Relations Association Gold Star

 

You’re Worth More Than A Million 

ROLE: Graphic Designer, Editor

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  • Texas School Public Relations Association Silver Star

Make AISD Your Home

ROLE: Director, Producer, Camera Operator, Editor

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  • Texas School Public Relations Association Gold Star​​

     

AISD Up Close

ROLE: Co-creator, Co-producer, Editor, Camera Operator

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  • Texas School Public Relations Association Gold Star

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Teacher of the Year Profiles (2007, 2008, 2009)

ROLE: Editor, Camera Operator

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  • Texas School Public Relations Association Gold Star

     

Board Briefs (2007, 2008, 2009)

ROLE: Editor, Camera Operator

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  • Texas School Public Relations Association Gold Star

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Forgione Follies

ROLE: Camera Operator, Editor, DVD Author

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  • Texas School Public Relations Association Gold Star

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AISD REACH

ROLE: Director, Producer, Editor, Camera Operator

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  • Texas School Public Relations Association Gold Star

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University of Texas Austin Longhorns

Coach Mack Brown Stay In School PSA

ROLE: Director, Producer, Editor, Camera Operator

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  • Texas School Public Relations Association Gold Star

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NOOK Stay In School PSA

ROLE:Director, Producer, Editor, Camera Operator

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  • Texas School Public Relations Association Gold Star

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AISD Spotlight: School Bus Drivers

ROLE: Co-Creator, Camera Operator, Editor

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  • Texas School Public Relations Association Silver Star

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