Highlights
Versatile video producer with expertise in filming on-set, pre-production, and post-production: including scripting and copy, shooting, editing, audio, voice-over, and performance.
5+ years of experience with post-production software / non-linear editing systems: AVID Media Composer (Certified User), Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Indesign, Media Encoder, Final Cut Pro
Seasoned gamer with expertise in cinematic gameplay capture and composition, content development for diverse gaming audiences, and community engagement
Experienced with professional camera equipment, filming techniques, and cinematography
Skilled in managing social channels, publishing content, tagging, and SEO
Proficient with project management tools and software like Jira, Trello and JW Player.
Highly organized, with experience managing multiple projects in a high-volume, fast-paced industry setting
Strong communication and leadership skills, capable of working independently or collaboratively.
Experience
Video Editor Petaluma, CA TWiT.TV 2019-2020
Lead editor for several long-format legacy shows on the TWiT Podcast Network
Lead editor for CES event coverage, analyzed hours of footage with quick and efficient turnaround for content
Managed technical direction, live video switching, and mixing for live shows using the TriCaster
Captured product photography, demos, and b-roll footage for “Hands-On” shows
Managed Youtube channels for individual shows, led publishing, thumbnail design, tagging and SEO
Designed titles, graphics, billboards, and artwork in collaboration with advertising clients and sponsors
Video Editor San Francisco, CA DIY.org 2019
Collaborated with producers to conceptualize and deliver instructional course content and marketing videos
Created sizzle reels for course topics like drawing, chemistry, and coding
Captured gameplay and edited tutorial videos for popular digital games and apps
Edited motion graphics, titles, and animations
Sourced and licensed music and stock footage
Reviewed content for QC and managed the upload and publishing of final cuts to the DIY website and app
Gaming Content Producer San Francisco, CA FANDOM 2017 – 2019
Researched, scripted, filmed, voiced, edited, and published numerous long and short-form videos every week for multiple platforms, covering topics all across entertainment media with a major focus on video games
Managed a global team of freelance scriptwriters, voice-over artists, and video editors
Created and implemented a new video strategy for video game content, increasing overall quality and production value of videos and leading to improved relations with wiki communities.
Managed content calendar and kept track of industry trends, consumer interests, and news in gaming and entertainment in order to organize workflow and prioritize projects
Collaborated with influential game developers and brands to create featured promotional content for new and upcoming titles
Attended gaming industry events and press junkets to demo and capture gameplay, and interview developers
Provided copy editing, creative review, and footage sourcing for hundreds of scripts and videos to ensure quality, accuracy, and brand voice
Featured as voice-over talent and host for hundreds of social and dedicated website videos
Videographer / Editor Chico, CA CSU Chico - Communication Studies Department 2017
Responsible for producing, storyboarding, filming, and editing video content for the department, covering promotional material, educational videos, teaching tools, documentaries exploring campus events
Conceptualized and produced “The Rookie Tournament” video series, documenting student experiences
Edited and produced various projects across multiple media genres using music, graphics, and titles
Managed production schedule for day-long live events, conducted interviews, and recruited crew members
Experience working the floor at events, filming from multiple angles and capturing hours of footage
Comfortable speaking with people in public and conducting interviews
Videographer / Editor / Photographer Chico, CA Freelance 2015 – 2018
Independently produced, filmed, and edited a 9-episode tutorial series on gluten free home brewing
Captured footage during fast-paced, live events including weddings, debates, and concerts
Edited and produced various projects across multiple media genres, including music, graphics, and titles
Cultivated positive, long-term, professional relationships with clients
Assistant Production Director / Board Director Chico, CA KCSC Radio (CSU Chico Radio Station) 2015 – 2017
Produced, scripted, directed, filmed, and edited countless creative projects for the station; including performances and interviews with local musicians, staff interviews, sketches, promotional videos, and more
Managed station affairs and equipment along with a production staff of 10+ interns, providing training and guidance through pre-production to post-production
Leadership and management led to a significant increase in creative content and team success, doubling what had been made in the nine years prior
Producer, radio personality, and host of film review talk show, “Movie Real”
Production Assistant Intern Chico, CA BCAC.tv (Local Community Access TV Station) 2016 – 2017
Edited programming blocks, TV spots, bumpers, and other digital content that aired on public television
Conducted field and studio shoots, filming street interviews, city council debates, and studio programming
Excelled in many studio production roles, including live-editing, graphics, and gaffing
Head of Production Chico, CA CSUC Digital Filmmakers Guild 2016 – 2017
Managed club production schedule and crew, while acting as director, producer, and cinematographer for various film projects (short films, web series, sketches, etc)
Worked with other club members to cultivate a fun and educational experience
Host, coordinator, and promoter for SMASH; a student film showcase and award ceremony
Education
California State University, Chico 2017 B.A. in Communication Design - Media Arts
Deans List Fall 2016 / Spring 2017
Selected as a student representative of the Media Arts program for Choose Chico Day.
UCLA School of the Arts 2010 Acting and Performance Summer Institute