Adjunct Professor

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Experienced Creative Director with a demonstrated history of working in the broadcast media industry. Skilled in Film Production, Television Studio Production, Adobe Creative Suite, Live Events, and Screenwriting. Strong arts and design professional with a Masters of Fine Arts degree from the New York Film Academy focused on Screenwriting.

–  Developed a modern curriculum for students that included more video efforts.
–   Focused on teaching and honing creative storytelling skills.
–   Innovated new direction of journalism class to include narrative documentary and long form story structure.
–   Graded students on film risk management and cohesive story structure.
–   Generated projects that would help students stand out in the job market.

–  Create documentary projects and institutional productions.
–   Conduct interviews and develop stories that convey a meaningful message.
–   Compose engaging and informative documentaries.
–   Use creativity and imagination to develop brand identity.
–   Create motivational communication that generates viewer enthusiasm.
–   Ensure the look and style of videos are produced with creativity and consistency and production deadlines are met.
–   Schedule pre-production, production and post-production activities.
–   Supervise and direct production staff (editors, videographers, student interns, and writers, etc.).
–   Ensure all assigned tasks are in compliance with department, University, Southeastern Conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
–   Create, pitch, and produce the university's national spot with a $150K biennial budget.

Producer / Director II

–  Evaluated and contributed to creative team ideas and translated into actionable project plans.
–   Developed high-impact creative projects from concept to completion, including trailers and promotional content for Vendor
negotiation client campaigns.
–   Oversaw, guided, and coached production crews for recorded, live events, and network television operations
–   Negotiated client contracts and services to meet budget requirements.
–   Oversaw full teams of videographers, artists, and graphic designers.
–   Developed strategic communication and marketing plans.
–   Orchestrated photo sessions by choosing photographers, stylists and cosmetic artists.
–   Managed technological considerations to meet defined goals.
–   Preserved branding standards of assigned accounts.
–   Contributed to the creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
–   Creative team leadership
–   Anticipated design issues and proved to be proactive in developing effective solutions.
–   Collaborated with production on task list creation to meet overall project goals on time.
–   Developed artistic visual products while working within defined technical constraints.

Creative Director

–   Reviewed finished product to determine quality and readiness for release.
–   Guided producers and crews in best story development practices and sound design concepts to encourage innovation in production technique.
–   Kept all key stakeholders informed of status and vision through milestone updates and work-in-progress presentations.
–   Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through all stages to completion.
–   Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas and segments.
–   Collaborated with network executives to define and propel organization's mission and vision.
–   Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
–   Supervised creation process to verify on brand, impactful solver and relevant content.
–   Implemented quality control measures to verify compliance with artistic and technical standards.
–   Devised and implemented strategies to create new revenue streams and cut operational costs.
–   Developed schedules for production, editing and duplication for timely delivery.
–   Developed an innovative and comprehensive intern program for creative department.

Senior Promotions Producer

–  Enforced facility rules and regulations.
–  Detained individuals involved in suspicious or illegal activities.
–  Detected trespassers, contraband and narcotics on regular basis.
–  Secured personnel and assets against threats.
–  Monitored access points, completed patrols and reviewed CCTV footage.
–  Inspected and maintained weapons, communication and personnel for forward operation.
–  Conducted and oversaw interrogations, briefings and debriefings. Prepared and delivered investigative reports and briefings.
–  Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
–  Handled administrative requirements smoothly and efficiently, including maintaining records and submitting daily reports.
–  Completed inspections to ensure compliance with relevant OSHA regulations.

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