Television Production Teacher08/2010 - CurrentKathleen High SchoolLakeland, FL- Created television production curriculum with lessons surrounding beginning and advanced broadcasting skills including scriptwriting, cinematography, anchoring, reporting, editing, and graphic design.
- Lead students in video competition projects including music videos, short films, documentaries, commercials.
- Produce daily news show for campus.
- Design and instruct student and teacher-attended workshops on Final Cut X, Final Cut Pro 7, DVD Studio Pro, Motion, and general Macintosh operating system tips and tricks.
- In six years, Kathleen's TV program has risen from lowest ranked high-school program in the county to the Best in Show program, two years in a row. (2015, 2016 Video Awards).
- Polk County's Instructional Television program was recognized in 2010 by Apple as an exceptional educational program. The video awards that are held annually are consistently attended by Apple educational representatives.
- Personally oversee Video Awards production of theme elements including an opening short film and live stage presentation as well as multiple videos that air throughout the ceremony featuring students and teachers from various schools in our area.
Yearbook Adviser08/2010 - 06/2012Kathleen High SchoolLakeland, FL
Freelance Video Editor/Graphic Designer05/2010 - CurrentIndependent ProductionLakeland, FL- Independent work creating advertising and promotional videos for local and internet-based companies and non-profit organizations.
On-Screen Talent/Video Editor05/2010 - CurrentAudioholics Online A/V MagazineLakeland, FL- Talent for review videos focusing on mid to high end A/V products.
- Video editor and graphic designer for review videos. Used Final Cut Pro 7 and Final Cut X as well as Motion 4, 5, and After Effects.
- Quickly learn products and very comfortable explaining them on camera or to a live audience.
- Some videos recorded live on show-room floor in front of executives and multiple attendees.
- Hosted and edited 125+ videos to date.
Director08/2009 - 05/2010180 Film Festival, Southeastern UniversityLakeland, FL
Teacher's Assistant08/2009 - 05/2010Southeastern UniversityLakeland, FL
Creator/Producer/Host08/2009 - 05/2010Unpland Improv TV, Southeastern UniversityLakeland, FL
Producer/Editor - Saturdays with Mark and Tony Show04/2009 - 03/2011Mark Lowry Productions, Inc.Hendersonville, TN
Assistant Instructor07/2008 - 06/2009SEU Film CampLakeland, FL
Producer03/2008 - 05/2010R.A.W. TV, Southeastern UniversityLakeland, FL
Editor01/2008 - 04/2010Marivamax ProductionsLakeland, FL
Workshop Instructor/Student Employee05/2006Polk County Schools Instructional TelevisionLakeland, FL- Instructed multiple day-long workshop sessions on Final Cut Pro 6, 7, X, DVD Studio Pro, Motion 4, Soundtrack Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, screenwriting for film, broadcasting skills, and film skills and techniques.
- Workshop attendees ranged from elementary students through high school age as well as a large number of teachers and other staff and administrators of county schools.
- Extremely comfortable teaching in front of large or small crowds. Happy to give one-on-one instruction as well.
- Wrote guides for teachers and schools to use as reference for Apple related software such as Final Cut Pro and DVD Studio Pro.
- Created tutorial videos on Final Cut Pro editing skills to be distributed online.
Media Director05/2005 - CurrentLake Gibson ChurchLakeland, FL- Train new volunteers on camera systems, presentation software, and video mixing
- Train staff on how to use new iMac systems and troubleshoot errors.
- Created 300+ graphic designs for services and church functions
- Produce, direct and design media for services and concerts
- Manage video archive website for anytime service viewing online
- Implemented live, online broadcast of all services and concerts
- Implemented presentation, video production, and online technology updates annually
2017Master of Fine Arts::National University - Digital CinemaLos Angeles, CA, United States- Intensive in-depth study of digital motion picture production and post production and a foundation in film history.
- Focus on technical skills in digital cinema production, the ability to critically evaluate film and video projects for practical and commercial outcomes, and a critical acumen in the area of film, visual communication and media studies.
- Covers screenwriting, digital cinematography, lighting, directing, production management, non-linear editing and post-production workflow, producing and distribution.
- Prepares graduates to work in a variety of production capacities in the following fields: commercial or industrial film and television, digital entertainment media and communication, educational or instructional media production.
2011Teaching Certification:Polk State College - Educational PreparationLakeland, FL, United States
2010Bachelor of Science:Southeastern University - Broadcasting and Film StudiesLakeland, FL, United States
