Bachelor of Science in Journalism and
Broadcasting Production

Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK GPA: 3.2

Skills:

• Audio and Visual technical production and its coordination and scheduling.
• Special event production and the corresponding coordination, booking, promoting, and scheduling.
• Post-Production Non-Linear editing and converting and uploading video content for archive and online.
• Various software skills including but not limited to Final Cut Pro HD, Avid, iNews, Sorenzen Squeeze, LiveType, ProTools, Soundtrack Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Motion, Adobe Illustrator, Sonic Foundry,InDesign, Macromedia Flash, Microsoft Excel, AP Style. Plus the ability to master new software quickly.
• Experience dealing with A-list entertainment, On-Air Talent, their legal advisement, management, and production crews on a personal level.

Production Experience:

Shuttle Coordinator /
VIP and Artist Hospitality & Transportation
CID Entertainment / Valley Music Travel,
7/2009 - PRESENT

• Ensured safe and comfortable passage for over 700 VIP passengers, Artists, and their staff and families. Overseeing shuttle paths and execution for Coachella, Phish Festival 8, and Rocklahoma music festivals
• Acted as liaison between festival staff, VIP Hospitality Organization, Bus and Van Drivers, and the costumer
• Coordinated shuttle schedules and dispatched and altered routes as needed ensuring ultimate costumer satisfaction, while creating a special experience for the VIP music consumer
• Assisted in construction of VIP tents, Safari Lounges, and hosting of VIP special events

Director of Film, Video, and Photographic Content
Diversafest LLC, Music Festival and Conference,
Tulsa, OK - 3/2007-PRESENT

• Organized and lead team of over 50 members in the shooting and editing of film, video and photographs for archiving, distribution, sponsor recruitment and promotional purposes
• Coordinated and scheduled shoots and locations for all media crews, following up as necessary
• Responsible for choosing appropriate concert footage, images and venues for promotional purposes
• Acted as liaison between organization and performance artists, their management, and production crews

Editor, Videographer, Digital Archivist
Brothers & Co.,
Tulsa , OK - 9/2008-12/2008

• Drafted and edited commercials, corporate video, and promotional videos for On-Air and in-house purposes, dealing directly with client and catering to their specific needs and requests under deadlines
• Created event-specific videos for client corporate functions screening to hundreds of delegates
• Created and managed an archive database of companies video and digital assets

Audio Engineer, Production Technician
Ackerman McQueen,
Tulsa, OK - 6/2008-9/2008

• Operated audio boards in master control for a live daily hour and a half long news broadcast
• Booked, performed sound check, and acted as liaison between the organization and performance artists
• Coordinated and worked field shoots and interviews for On-Air content
• Performed maintenance and upkeep of two performance studios and their equipment
• Organized, converted, and archived video content for both the company and its Web site
• Operated CG, studio cameras, and post production resources as needed for program

Editor, Graphic Editor, Production Assistant
Lauer Cinematography,
Tulsa, OK - 1/2008-6/2008

• Edited commercials, infomercials, and promotional videos for On-Air use dealing directly with client and catering to their specific needs
• Created and enhanced Graphics and titles for On-Air use. Assisted in production of company Web site
• Assisted with lighting, camera operation, and set construction during production shoots
• Created and delivered dubs to appropriate television stations and clients

Production Assistant
ESPN on ABC,
Stillwater, OK - 10/2007-12/2007

• Assisted stage manager and acted as liaison between him the production crew and On-Air talent
• Assisted with construction of stage set for use On-Air and provided hospitality services

The Disco Biscuits,
Philadelphia, PA 5/2007-6/2007

• Assisted with day to day setups, and teardowns of a touring live music production including high dollar lighting fixtures and live recording equipment. Responsible for assembly of bands practice room
• Assisted Tour Manager as needed by making and receiving phone calls, appointments, and reservations