Resume

Education

Western Carolina University (WCU) (Aug 2021- Dec 2023)

  • Bachelor in Communication with a concentration in Broadcasting

  • Minor in Film Studies

  • Graduation: December 2023

  • GPA: 3.832

Related Course Work

  • Television Production I- Experience in Adobe Premiere Pro, teamwork skills, and basic news narrative storytelling

  • Film Studies- Shot styles, composition, and framing of videos

  • Radio Production I & II- Experience in Adobe Audition and Audacity, proper mic recording procedure, and knowledge of radio station procedures and positions

  • Writing for Broadcasting- Produced newscasts and wrote news stories

Southwestern Community College (SCC) (Jan 2020- July 2021)

  • Associates in Arts and Sciences

  • GPA: 3.853

Awards

Western Carolina University

  • Chancellor’s List (Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022)

  • Dean’s List (Fall 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022)

Southwestern Community College

  • Dean’s List (Spring 2020, Fall 2020)

  • President’s List (Spring 2021)

  • Recognition Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement

Professional Experience

Retainer Videographer (Backlot Cinemas) (Jan 2024- Present)

  • Assisted on client projects

  • Operated camera for high school sports events

  • Specialized in both live events and planned-out shoots

  • Collaborated with other videographers to ensure vision is completed

  • Assisted with commercials for local businesses in the Western NC region

Production Coordinator (Amerilife LLC.)   (May 2023- Dec 2024)

  • Worked within the marketing department's video production team involved in all aspects of video production, including pre-production planning, filming of videos, and post-production editing

  • Specialized in both long and short-form video production content

  • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision and goals, and ensure that their expectations were met throughout the production process

  • Stayed updated on industry trends and best practices, and implemented new techniques and technologies to enhance the quality and efficiency of production processes

  • Experienced with Canon R5, F605, and C300 Mk III camera systems

  • Expanded upon editing skills in Adobe Premier Pro and After Effects

  • Traveled across the country for multiple shoots

  • Knowledgeable of Blackmagic studio software and ATEM mini and Production Studio 4k hardware

Equipment Checkout Manager (Western Carolina University) (Aug 2022- May 2023)

  • Checked out camera equipment to students within the Communication Department of Western Carolina University

  • Oversaw communication lab where students could edit video projects or record voice-overs for projects

  • Taught and instructed students on how to operate cameras and equipment

  • Taught and instructed students on how to operate Adobe Creative Suite programs such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Illustrator, Lightroom, and Audition

  • Assisted students in recording voice-overs while also helping improve scripts

WHEE-TV/National Broadcast Society (Western Carolina University)  (Aug 2021- May 2023)

  • Experience with TV broadcast equipment such as Sony NX5, Sony A7S, Sony MVS-3000 switcher, Aja Key Pro, Sony DMX-R100, Blackmagic Web Presenter, etc.

  • Assisted in the setup and operation of camera equipment, audio boards, lighting, and sets for multiple purposes such as news segments, interviews, and variety shows

  • Development and expansion of leadership skills

  • Learned how to structure news stories and shows

  • Switched live camera feeds and directed during live performances

  • Prepared and shot music-based live performances

  • Communication Officer

    • Learned how to promote and advertise brands and shows

    • Learned how to generate more users and more attention to an Instagram page

Skills

Hard Skills

  • Proficient in Adobe products Premiere and After Effects

  • Certified in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign

  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Soft Skills

  • Experience with Master Control room equipment such as vision mixers, character generators, and technical director stations.

  • Ability to work proficiently within team settings

  • Attention to detail when it comes to inconsistencies such as lighting, frame rate, misplaced props, ext.

  • Can reach deadlines within the allotted time

  • Basic knowledge of Mac-based products and willingness to learn new programs

  • Ability to maintain confidential information