SKILLS· Fine conceptual aptitude. Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking dexterity. Sharp decision-making ability and strong initiative. A well-rounded idea man and a team player.
· Proficient video editor, non-linear (Avid, Media Composer and SONY Beta SX,) and traditional film montage (STEENBECK, and Moviola upright flatbed editor).
· Formal training in the photographic and animation processes (digital and traditional). Practical knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects software.
· Familiarity and intuition in business-- client relations—during every stage of the creative process (promos, commercials, PSAs). Approachable demeanor.
· Creative and technical consulting in the development and realization of ideas for the screen (videos, documentaries, and screenplays).
· Eloquent in cinematic language and styles.
· Versatile in the complex process of filmmaking and television production. Grant-writing ability.
· A diligent filmmaker, and a fierce promoter. Committed to process, and development of ideas all the way through. Fine sensibility.
· Formal training in stage direction, acting, script analysis and writing.
· A ferocious researcher. Confident of learning ability.
· Self-taught in the profession (business) of literary, film agenting. Versed in contract boilerplate lexicon.
· Background in comparative studies of the English and Spanish languages. Bilingual.
EDUCATION
The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio.
· Graduate non-degree coursework (no degree) in Theater theory and Spanish literature. (09/95- 04/96)
· Bachelor of Arts, in Photography and Cinema. (01/90- 09/95)
· Dean's list and Honor's classes.
Columbus State Community College, Columbus, Ohio.
· Associate degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology. Airframe & Powerplant (FAA) license (01/83-04/88)
HONORS
Awarded the Summer Research Opportunity Program research grant by the Committee on Institutional Cooperation, CIC, in two consecutive years (1992, 93). Worked closely with faculty, and sharpen formal research and writing discipline.
WORK EXPERIENCE
· (09/96—present) Freelance, independent contractor editor, producer, writer. Ohio News Network, Cols., OH; SOS Productions, Cols.; OH. Speedvision Network, Los Angeles, CA.
· (09/99—01/03) Dispatch Broadcast Group Inc., Ohio News Network. Promotions Producer. Performing the duties of writer, producer, editor of promotional spots, PSAs (Ohio Arts Counsel,) commercials, demos, long-format presentations, etc. Worked on conceptualizing and producing marketing and promotional ideas from the drawing board to on-air expressions. Developed, wrote, produced and edited television spots for new clients.
· (01/97—09/99) ONN. News Editor (SONY SX,) TV production. Initiated the development, up-keep, and supervision of a working, comprehensive, video archive spreadsheet.
· (05/92- present) Free-lance Research Assistant. Straight Lick: The Cinema of Oscar Micheaux, J. Ronald Green. Indiana University Press (2001). Creation's Edge: Cooperation vs. Competition, I. Chase Scott. IBISBN 1-57074-279-0 by Greyden Press, Columbus, Ohio (1995).
· (01/95—09/97) The Ohio State University, School of Journalism. Broadcast Facilities Technical Assistant, Production and Equipment Support.
· (04/94-- 07/97) OSU University Technology Services. Multimedia Lab Consultant at output facility. Graphics, video, and sound software. Initial brush with non-linear computer based editing (Adobe Premier). Film digitizing, CD writing and working with other peripheral devices. Consultation works with clients.
· (01/92—10/96) OSU Art Department (Photography Lab). Lab Supervisor Assistant. General acquaintance with lighting studio, photography, and printing processes. Motion picture equipment.
REFERENCES/DEMO REEL:
Provided upon request.
