Applied passion for communications to positions in corporate video and customer service. Computer-savvy problem solver, with proven ability to pick up new workflows on the fly. Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Studio, and Microsoft Office. Establishes priorities and remains attentive to details while handling diverse tasks. Has demonstrated consistent results in a fast-paced production environment.

Non-Linear Video Editing, Still and Motion Graphics, Compositing, DVD Authoring, Video Compression, Basic 3D Modeling and Texturing

Final Cut Pro, Adobe After Effects, Compressor, DVD Studio Pro, Adobe Premiere, Motion, Soundtrack Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Sorenson Squeeze, Autodesk Maya

Experience

Sparkworks Media,

Edited marketing, business communication, training, and fundraising videos with Final Cut Pro. Flexibly switched between individual work and team projects, proactively finding places to provide assistance.

Supported senior editors by designing and processing graphics in Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, and Motion. Used strong communication skills to make sure project assets were compatible, consistent, and ready on time.

Proofread scripts and onscreen graphics prior to inclusion in final videos. Composed routine correspondence with teammates and clients.

Learned new technologies and solved problems to keep projects on track. Used both Mac and Windows workstations on a daily basis as tasks demanded.

Authored DVDs with motion menus, compressed videos for YouTube, and submitted files by FTP.

Woodland Park Zoo,

Contributed to the acquisition of over $2000 for environmental conservation by accepting direct donations and selling bracelet kits. Handled cash and filed reports daily on funds collected and contacts made.

Enthusiastically carried out all tasks with minimal supervision. Commended as a self-starter.

James Madison Art Collection,

Assisted Educational Director by preparing spaces and organizing materials for student field trips.

Greeted and guided visitors to the Art Collection Gallery.

James Madison University,

Managed computer lab on weekly tutoring nights, monitoring visitors and troubleshooting software issues.

Listened carefully to student problems and explained solutions in clear language.

Education

Bachelor of Science,

Flagbearer at Graduation for College of Visual and Performing Arts

Overall Academic Excellence Award in the School of Media Arts & Design

2004 Arts Committee Volunteer of the Semester