Creative, energetic and enthusiastic film producer, cinematographer and editor with over fifteen years experience in shooting and editing, live action, visual effects and editorial projects, as well as writing outlines, storyboards and scripts; directing the cast and crew, recording audio and video, editing the video and mixing the sound; taking the lead on shooting and cutting television newscast, commercials, documentaries, online movies and feature films.

Strong working knowledge of lighting instruments, cameras, microphones, editing equipment and computers.

Strong high end client and creative management.

Strong ability to multitask, confidence in leading project teams, and work well under pressure.

Sound ability to independently manage creative projects in a fast-paced environment.

Strong working knowledge of creative production tools including Motion, After Effects, Audition, Soundtrack Pro, Live Type, Final Cut Pro, Apple Compressor, Sorenson Squeeze and Premiere Pro.

Many hours shooting High Definition including using the P2 format with both the Panasonic HVX and HPX cameras

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Uncommon skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.

Remarkable ability to utilize advanced audio and video recording, mastering and editing techniques.

Great creative decision-making skills.

Excellent ability to plan, organize and coordinate media activities and special events

Professional Experience

Lynda.com Ventura, CA                 April 07 to Present

In House Editor and Camera Operator

Shot and edited online content including a documentary series titled Creative Inspirations  that highlights industry leaders. Work directly with authors and executive producers to design stylish content. Setup multiple studio shoots including green screen. Shot all live action Hi Def and have many hours of knowledge working with the Panasonic HVX as well as the Panasonic HPX. Compressed footage, creatively edited live action and created promos for trade shows.

John Stark Productions Ojai, CANovember 2006

Feature Film “The Last Page” airing on A&E/Bravo and Film Festivals worldwide

Producer

Bid, schedule, organize and manage multiple projects from initial creative development through final delivery.

Manage all project communications (client and internal) while leading production teams.

Reported to Executive Producer/Directors/Partners.

Make sure that all the equipment needed for shoots are set.

Manage editing, scoring, and marketing and distribution.

Recruit and hired the crew who will work on the project.

Supervise the creation of film.

Broken Sound Productions, Gainesville, FL               November 2006

Television “Americas Best Products” airing on Food Channel & Travel Channel

Producer/Camera Operator

Recruited to direct and shoot a series of newscasts for businesses on the west coast for show called “Americas Best”

County of Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA        2005 - 2006

Short Documentary “The Price of Paradise” airing on television & film festivals

Camera Operator/Editor

Shot and edited 42 minute documentary for the county of Santa Barbara for affordable housing. Shot aerial footage and many hours of interviews including a ride along with a Santa Barbara Deputy on his commute to work from Ventura. The film won best documentary at the Oxnard film festival and was excepted into the Santa Barbara Film Festival.

Extra Mile Productions, Ojai, CA      2000 - Present

Commercials                             series of local commercials airing on television

Camera Operator/Editor

“From script to screen” shot and edited commercials for business from initial concept to completion.

Presentation Services, Montecito, CA                     1999 - 2000

Four Seasons Biltmore

Audio/Visual Tech

Setup operated and coordinated day to day operations for meetings etc for the property including running soundboards, shooting video and setting up lights for events

American Audio Visual, Santa Barbara, CA           1999 - 2000

Bacara Resort and Spa

Audio/Visual Tech

Setup operated and coordinated day to day operations for meetings etc for the

Property including running soundboards, shooting video and setting up lights for events

Education

Academy of Art College, San Francisco, CA      1994 – 1996

Motion Picture