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USPTOAudio Visual Specialist
Jun. 2021Alexandria, VA
USPTOMultimedia Consultant (Contractor)
Sep. 2012 - Jun. 2021Alexandria, VAProvides expert-level guidance, execution, and production for special training, events, and video projects for broadcast and digital platforms. Leads video projects and creates high impact motion graphics that communicate high-level concepts in creative ways. Video Editing
>Produces video and audio edits consisting of cuts, dissolves, fades, wipes, and other special transitional elements as required. Transitions must be edited precisely and meet all aesthetic, artistic, and technical requirements of the program.
>Serves as a videographer covering news events and feature stories, requiring minimal supervision and direction. Content produced will be utilized in Television, web/social media, and radio broadcast.
Production Management
>Manages all stages of production including pre and post-production; and producing and directing live network, major market television productions, or network quality webcast productions to a national audience that involved multiple cameras, videotape roll-ins, visuals, and special audio and video effects including graphic art, digital non-linear video formats for presentation across a broad spectrum of audiences.
>Leads and works as a member of a multi-disciplinary development team (i.e., content specialist, instructional designers, audiovisual and television production specialists, artists, etc.) developing effective instructional media for USPTO programs areas
Key Accomplishments:
>Serves as the go-to person for providing superior direction, technical leadership, and troubleshooting for significant, high-visibility events through work on projects involving USPTO Senior Executive staff. >Led flawless implementation of several high-profile events, such as the National Inventors Hall of Fame celebration, the Smithsonian Institute Innovation Festival, and the USPTO Town Hall.
>Successfully produced numerous audio Podcasts featuring high level executives at the agency.
Baha'i International Radio ServiceTechnical Director
Aug. 2009 - Aug. 2012DC MetroDepartment head tasked to establish, maintain, and communicate technical standards and protocols for a Persian language media outlet. Responsible for conceiving and developing short and long-form news packages, oversaw post-production, creating topical motion graphics in presentations, interviewing experts, coordinating and executing video shoots, oversaw budgets and staff, and procured and maintained organization’s technology and television equipment under constant deadline pressure. >Oversaw all editorial, design, and technological aspects and directed content management systems of three news websites — developed graphical elements and video for digital and broadcast platforms. Key Accomplishments:
>Developed several well-regarded global news programs featuring leading experts and sought-after guests. Actively attracted and engaged Persian and English speakers alike with interactive content and video packages.
>Led & Oversaw overhaul of IT infrastructure that incorporated upgrades to the multi-user video server and archival system.
Innovative Technologies, Inc.for USPSVideo Editor
Apr. 2007 - Aug. 2009Potomac, MDManaged three editing bays and performed as Sr. Staff editor for creative projects, training, presentations, and motion graphics. Developed products and web-based materials utilizing multimedia and video post-production software, hardware, processes, techniques, and technologies. Created and designed graphic elements utilizing 2D animation, motion graphics, and 3D graphics.
Broadcasting & Production Management
>Assembled video and audio raw material into a finished product and for shooting video that's suitable for broadcasting. The material may include camera footage, dialogue, sound effects, graphics, and special effects.
Audio Visual Management
>Planned and determined the feasibility of productions, organize and execute the production of television and audio programming, which includes consulting with clients on general concepts, objectives, and target audience.
>Coordinated with staff and contract producer/directors to provide a broadcast quality final production using computer-based AVID edit systems. Key Accomplishments:
>Won TIVA Peer Award for electrical safety video.
Fairfax Public AccessInstructor
May. 2006 - Jan. 2010Instructor for students on the uses of Final Cut Pro and Adobe Photoshop. Also taught students the operation of a fully equipped television studio and how they can produce their own studio television show as well as how to produce a documentary film.
BASE ProductionsAsst. Video Editor
Apr. 2006 - Apr. 2007Supported video editors with the post-production of broadcast shows, promos, and teasers for such networks as Discovery, National Geographic, Spike TV, ESPN, and Fox Sports. Created graphics and editorial "string-outs," digitized and archived assets, and tracking media assets. >Demonstrated proficiency in the end-to-end video production workflow, including technical skill development/enhancements, traditional editorial-based functions from story pitching, field production, scripting as well as managing and adapting to the continually developing technologies driving the industry and includes leadership, technical and editorial mentoring/coaching/training.
Key Accomplishments:
>Improved receipt and delivery of video source materials through the development and implementation of an internal tracking system. Edited promos and teasers used during Washington Capitals hockey games. Projects that I participated in: ESPN Classic "Top 5 Reason You Can't Blame", National Geographic "Megacities: Taipei", National Geographic "Fight Science", A&E "Crime 360", G4 "Human Wrecking Ball"
Crozier & Henderson ProductionsManaging Producer
Aug. 2005 - Mar. 2006Washington DC MetroManaged and oversaw crew for promos and develop show content. Managed and developed partnerships; and supervised, recruited, mentored, trained employees. Oversaw the production of live network, major market television productions, or network quality productions for a national audience to include performances, lighting, and videography. Key Accomplishments:
>Produced HotOn! Homes, a weekly, new home marketing TV show on WUSA-Channel 9 aired in the DC Metro area.
>Led the opening of the DC branch office, including oversight of client service management and leadership development.
DulceStudiosCreative Director - Writer, Producer, Editor
Jan. 2005Washington D.C. Metro AreaCreative principal at DulceStudios, a video production company comprised of talented storytellers who bring strategy, creativity, smart production, and passion to every project. For more than a decade, we have created innovative stories with eye-catching imagery and mission-driven content that informs, inspires, and connects viewers. Our stories inspire audiences to take action on issues that matter most.
Celebrity CruisesBroadcast Manager
Mar. 2002 - Jul. 2005Managed, maintained, and led operation of onboard broadcast, video production, and television network studio facility equipped with AVID non-linear editing systems, multi-camera video switchers, robotic cameras, BetaSP, and Digi-Beta video cameras and decks. >Managed Associated production systems (A/V and data routing, signal processing, cameras, switchers, audio mixers, intercom, encoders/encoding, feeds/edit systems, master control, automation and transmission systems, etc.)
>Technical lead on obtaining satellite downlink of television content in a marine C-Band satellite tracking system through various regions around the world on a cruise ship
Key Accomplishments:
>Wrote, edited, directed, and produced promos, spots, briefings, and video programs aired on-board for 3000 guests and crewmembers. Operated & maintained server-based playback system.
FreelanceEditor, Producer & Prod. Assistant
Jan. 1999 - Jan. 2002Austin, Texas AreaFreelanced on various projects in Austin, Texas:
•Editor & Assoc. Producer “Sounds of Learning” Video Presentation for the Annenberg Foundation. •Editor “Latinos and the Bahá’i Faith” Magazine News program that aired nationally on PAX network •Producer “Loaves & Fishes” Independent Short Dir: Nancy Schiesari (2000 SXSW Shorts Finalist) •Producer “Sophie” Student Short Dir: Helen Lee (2002 Student Academy Award Winner) •Production Assistant “Lone Star State of Mind” Feature Sony Pictures Dir: David Semel •Production Assistant “Mendocino County Line” Music Video w/Willie Nelson & Lee Ann Womack •Production Assistant “Going to California” Showtime TV Series •Production Assistant “American Outlaws” Studio Feature – Morgan Creek Productions •Production Assistant on numerous national and regional television commercials for such clients as Southwest Airlines, Pontiac VIBE, Nokia, Time Warner Cable, Hallmark, Toyota, Etc.
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