Producer Resume

Title
Producer

Primary Skills
PRODUCER, EDITOR, MOTION GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Location
US-WA-Seattle

Posted
Dec-11-08

PRODUCER - EDITOR - MOTION GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Broadcast Television, Film, Video and Multimedia Production

Highly motivated and results-oriented media professional possessing exceptional communication skills. Strong background in developing and sustaining high standards in client satisfaction and quality of work. Solid track record of consistently exceeding client and organizational goals through strategic planning, team leadership, creative development and project execution.

Fully computer literate; proficient with Final Cut Pro, Adobe After Effects CS3, Illustrator CS3, Photoshop CS3 and Premier 6.5; DVD Studio Pro; Sony BetaCam, DV Camera and NewsEdit; Motion; Live Type, Microsoft Word and Windows XP; AVID; and Zaxwerks 3D Invigorator.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

INDEPENDENT - Seattle, Washington 2003 - present
Producer/Editor/Motion Graphics Designer
Successfully served in roles encompassing Producer, Graphic Artist, Animator, Writer, Senior Editor and Editor for organizations including Piranha Productions; Platypus Games; MacKenzie Consultants; MidCanada Entertainment; King 5 News. Clients include: Eddie Bauer, Starbucks, Seattle's Best Coffee, REI, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, ImClone Pharmaceuticals, KCI, etc.

* Created concepts and tailored video productions for Eddie Bauer (working with Piranha Productions) to be used internally and nationwide in areas such as Down and Outerwear, Safety Training, and Loss Prevention. Personally tailored production piece used by Eddie Bauer CEO for investor relations and leadership conferences.

* Interpreted ideas for Starbucks Corporation Foodservice Division as Producer for Piranha Productions, formulating ideas into attractive graphics that became incorporated into final production and delivery; quick turnaround and high quality of work allowed Piranha Productions to secure Starbucks for new initiative focusing on health insurance.

* Tailored video projects for Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Corporation as Writer, Producer, Editor, and Graphic Designer for Piranha Productions, created video speech support elements for executives during Red Robin Leadership Conference 2006 and 2007, including the design of motion graphics for each final production. High production value of individual pieces moved executives at Red Robin to utilize these videos for their Manager Conferences across the country. Videos also secured future work for Piranha Productions with Coca-Cola and Red Robin for internal marketing campaign.

* Created sales presentation piece for XARM: Extreme Arm Wrestling for Piranha Productions and Ripe TV to help them secure investors and funding for action sports reality TV pilot.

* Requested to develop and write several television treatments for one-hour special on bullying in schools, later presented to the National Film Board of Canada for consideration for educational grants; worked in conjunction with a former Canadian Minister of Education in defining message.

* Balanced client vision with allotted time and budget, communicating with clients on potential compromises while maintaining commitment to highest quality outcomes.


BLACK 29 PRODUCTIONS, INC. - Seattle, Washington 2001 - 2003
Executive Producer/Director/Graphic Artist

Founded this independently owned and operated full-scale video production company focusing on development and production of corporate and training videos, in-house commercials and video project graphics. Effectively performed in all capacities; designed graphic design packages for brochures and corporate identity materials.

* Partnered with PRO Sports Club in Bellevue in production of video series for their health and wellness program known as the 20/20 Lifestyles Program, which proved pivotal in securing Aetna Insurance to insure program for Microsoft employees, expanded membership in program five times over, and contributed to growth of sports club as largest independently owned health club in the country.

* Tailored projects to meet unique needs of each client; personally led each project, ensuring a standard of excellence and quality and 100% customer satisfaction.


MICROSOFT CORPORATION - Redmond, Washington 2000 - 2001
Software Test Engineer 2

Served as liaison between Project Managers and Test Leads with focus on multimedia and DVD software programs for Windows CE in the DX Division. Responsibilities included checking daily builds for accuracy, modifying batch files for each system, ensuring correct daily build and effective operations of all test systems, testing and running RAID application programs for bugs and code breaks, writing RAID reports for engineers to fix errors or code breaks, reporting system problems or malfunctions, writing system reports, designing weekly test matrix schedule for testing accuracy and leading team toward achievement of goals and milestones.

* Increased output productivity by implementing online, organized test matrix and weekly schedule for all testers and engineers; directed team toward improved recording of bugs and code breaks.

* Consistently facilitated communication between Testers and Software Engineers that enhanced flow of productivity between both teams.


NORTHWEST CABLE NEWS - Seattle, Washington 1998 - 2000
Senior Video Editor/Field Producer

Selected by this BELO owned company that serves as the Pacific Northwest's only 24-hour news channel to lead organization of producers and writers and assign editors to stories for three-hour weekday morning news program. Additional responsibilities included serving as camera operator in-studio and in the field from satellite van.

* Contributed to continual progression of ratings by adopting Today Show style format, creating a lighter atmosphere than an evening news program and encouraging audience members to connect with anchors as well as news coverage.

* Collaborated in development and production of Northwest Eye Poppers, a highlight reel of sports bloopers, and movie critic segment entitled Richard's Reels.

* Fostered environment of creativity, hard work and mutual respect, which enhanced team performance and overall morale.

* Chosen as only editor/field producer to attend Seattle Mariners' spring training in 1999; independently edited and produced weeklong series of stories and specials that differentiated company from competition and attracted positive attention to sports reporters.

INDEPENDENT - Hollywood, California 1995 - 1998
Freelance Producer

Contributed to success of various projects for clients that included Kentucky Fried Chicken International, Trager Backpacks, Peralta Productions, Duffs Skateboard Shoes, SCHTICK (comedy pilot), House of Blues and California Yoga by serving in roles such as producer, photojournalist, Avid editor and assistant director.
* Sought out understanding of client goal that ensured success of production.

FOX TELEVISION - Hollywood, California 1996
Segment Producer - "When Disaster Strikes"

Contributed to show format and direction and developed two segments for this one-hour prime time special on natural disasters. Directed and reviewed material requirements and coordinated with post-production to select shots, create graphics and determine appropriate music that emphasized narrative thread.
* Edited segment on the destructive nature of water through use of Avid Media Composer.

WALT DISNEY TELEVISION - Hollywood, California 1996
Segment Producer - "Epcot: Journey to Discovery"

Challenged to develop and realize segment focused on future of computing and technology; researched field, wrote script and developed compelling images used as metaphors to strengthen piece.

NICKELODEON TELEVISION - Hollywood, California 1995
Segment Producer - "Bing!"

Brought on to aid in selection of story ideas, develop segment opening and introductory pieces, shoot and produce sports pieces and collaborate with celebrities and staff in creation of children's weekly half-hour show.

* Produced shows featuring Wayne Gretzky, Tony Hawk and the NBA All-Star Game, which resonated with younger audiences and expanded viewer base.
* Utilized linear Video Toaster editing system in editing of promotional segments and pieces


EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
University of Washington
Certification of Completion from the Film and Video Extension Program
Successfully Completed Coursework in Photography, Graphic Design, Advertising, Marketing and Journalism
Columbia College Film School
Successfully Completed Coursework in Film

Certifications
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