Résumé
Skill Summary:
Over eight years of experience working in digital multimedia production, demonstrating strong videography, photography, post-production, story-telling and audio recording skills that are well suited to multiple environments including: broadcast television, sports, training, education, communications and social media platforms.
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Experience in producing, shooting, editing and producing corporate videos, promotional content and live action events.
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Proficiency with Mac and Windows computers, and with editing software, Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, Media Encoder and Final Cut Pro X, and with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
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Owner and operator of professional camera kit, which includes: Canon R6 camera, DJI Ronin S2 gimbal, Tascam DR-70D audio recorder, LED Go LG-B560 lights, Manfrotto MVK502AQ video tripod system.
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Able to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
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Knowledgeable in operating variety of cameras including: Sony PXW-200, Canon R6 and 5D Mark IV.
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Familiar with all aspects of media asset and content management for websites and social media.
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Ability to quickly learn new audio-visual equipment and computer software.
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Physically fit and able to work long hours and lift 50+ lbs.
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Frequent use of social media to showcase photography and video work.
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Strong at backing up, organizing and uploading captured data.
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Collaborative, responsible, proactive team player with positive attitude, attention to detail and commitment to produce high quality work.
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Excellent written and verbal communication, customer service, organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Work Experience:
Freelance Videographer, Photographer, Editor and Production Assistant October 2016 to present
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Performed videography, photography, pre-production, post-production and other media services on over 70 projects for more than 30 clients including:
-Video projects with Spectrum Productions for clients servicing the autism and disability communities such as The Equestrian Association for the Disabled (T.E.A.D.), Kerry’s Place Autism Services, and the TEDx York University Salon Autism Innovations Conference.
-ParaSport and ParaGolf Ontario: filmed, produced and edited videos promoting events including the Niagara ParaSport Festival, and ParaSport and ParaGolf's golf tournaments.
-Recording audio and/or assisting with lighting on the sets of larger productions such as the short film, “Fantôme d’Argonne”, and a commercial for Specialisterne Canada’s Post-Secondary Bridging Program.
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Filmed the content with a Canon R6 and 80D cameras; edited with Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop and After Effects.
Photographer & Videographer, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) November 2022 to present (casual) & August 2019 to May 2020 (contract full-time)
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Provide photo and video content for over 400 news stories; online articles on CBC.ca, CBC social media platforms and for on-air broadcast. Examples include: 2023 Toronto By-Election, on-stage performances at CBC's Sounds of the Season events, COVID-19 pandemic, Toronto Maple Leafs 2023 Playoffs Tailgate Parties, Toronto Argonauts 2022 Grey Cup Rally, Toronto Climate Strike and other local stories.
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Shoot high quality content with the Sony PXW-200, Canon 5D Marks III and IV cameras; edit with Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop.
Videographer/Editor, The Neighbourhood Group (TNG) Community Services June to October 2022 & June to December 2021
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Produced, filmed and edited high quality program introduction and workshop teaser videos for The Neighbourhood Group's website, programs and social media pages.
New Media Design Assistant, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) June 2016 to March 2018
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In support of on-line education, assisted Nicotine Dependence Service team in producing video and photo content for their YouTube channel, website and courses:
-Produced, filmed, directed and edited vignettes between clients and clinicians;
-Created tutorials on Nicotine Replacement Therapy products;
-Assembled library of photos for stock, presentations and promotion.
Volunteer Experience:
Photographer, Autism Speaks Canada June 2018 to June 2024
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Web photographer for the annual Autism Speaks Canada Walks and "Morning with Autism Speaks Canada" events in Toronto, Barrie and Mississauga.
Videographer, Variety Village January 2019 to August 2022
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Provided film/editing services to produce videos of Dance-Able and the CEO Town Hall Meeting..
Photographer, Anglican Church of St. David September 2018 to December 2021
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Web photographer for the church’s social media pages; assisted with the development of their new website.
Mentor, Creative Media Labs Program, Spectrum Productions February to May 2021
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Provided participants with virtual coaching and mentoring via Zoom and Google Classroom to support the development of their video projects.
Camera Operator & Production Assistant, Centennial College January to November 2015
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Operated cameras at Centennial Colts basketball games.
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EVS for the livestreaming of the Toronto Pan Am and Para Pan Am swim trials.
Education & Awards:
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Advanced Diploma in Broadcasting and Film, Centennial College 2016 (with Honours).
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2016 Centennial College, Donny Award nomination for Final Documentary.
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2015 Centennial College, Donny Awards for Music Video and Reality Edit.