Christopher Smith Email & Phone Number

Alexandria, Va, Us

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Demonstrated expertise as a camera operator and floor director for a wide range of live and recorded television productions, press conferences, podcasts, and voice-overs.• Resolved technical issues and enhanced layout efficiency, optimizing routing processes leveraging analytical skill with new AV technology Dante and NDI.• Teleprompter Operator for Republican National Committee officials and members of congress, ensuring smooth prompter operation during their studio appearances.• Procured new equipment and implemented innovative ideas to enhance the studio experience for guests and employees.• Proficient in utilizing industry-standard software, including Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Pro Tools, Adobe Premiere Pro and other video editing and audio engineering tools.• Manages scheduling requests for RNC Studio and space rentals with audiovisual needs with members of congress communications staff, members of the press, committees, and their production companies or contractors. Staffs the production to provide high quality service and production value. Worked with legal on updated policies to maintain compliance.• Created, edited, or assisted in the production on in studio and out-of-studio content amassing 40 million views on social media platforms.• Assisted in the planning and managed the television operation of the 2024 Convention. Creating or procuring necessary items to produce an efficient and secure production and scheduling team.• Develops video concepts in collaboration with the creator/talent, taking them through the entire creative process until they were ready for presentation to senior management.• Built remote studios and provided audiovisual support at DNC counter-programming, debates, and finance events.• Studio Director of Campaign's studio providing technical expertise for productions at HQ and surrounding areas. Manages calendar requests and staffing of the studio.

• Developed and implemented effective organizational strategies for video project files. Overseeing the conversion of files to maximize storage efficiency, minimize quality loss, and facilitate future use.• Undertook a strategic reorganization of the studio's storage, prioritizing functionality in time-deadline scenarios.• Utilized creative direction and storytelling techniques to contribute to the overall entertainment value of productions. • Modernized the Creative department's camera equipment, leading to improved video quality and a unified gear collection with the studio cameras. Contributed to inventory management, conducted detailed price comparisons to stay within budget, and efficiently handled the packaging and return of trade-in equipment.• Managed live stream of Republican Rundown, RNC's weekly show getting 25k viewers on average.• Recorded and indexed event videos in the field for subsequent editing by the creative video team, showcasing skills in videography, video production, and cinematography.• Developed a comprehensive handbook as a valuable training guide for current and future employees, exhibiting strong organizational and leadership abilities• Collaborated closely with the production manager achieving proficiency with the engineering of the renovated studios, enabling seamless simultaneous operation of both studios while maintaining broadcast television standards and techniques.• Adapting to the evolving landscape of creative technologies and digital media trends to expand use of the studio for direct-to-consumer social media content for the Creative and Digital teams.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba

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Nyu Film And Tv Industry Essentials Certificate