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Dynamic and versatile compositor combining computer generated (CG) visual effects with live action shots to realize the visual effects supervisor’s creative vision. Maintains aesthetic integrity and technical quality of the final image. Experience with television workflow and pipeline, Python scripts, and Unix systems.

Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States

Responsible for providing guest and cast member safety by ensuring all individuals entering Walt Disney World Property are screened for dangerous items, through bag checking, metal detector operations and behavioral assessment. Patrol parks and various facilities and serve as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and rule violations. ● Professional use of communication skills and radio equipment to report all incidents, accidents and medical emergencies to our communications center and management team.● Document incidents and submit detailed reports.● Enhance the overall guest experience by assisting with directions, providing information and always being courteous and friendly. ● Patrol as a motor unit and became familiar with company property and provided for the safety of the roadways and parking areas.● Trained first respondero Adult, Infant, and Child Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) o Automated External Defibrillator (AED) ● Epcot Core Team 2020 o Pro Bowlo Marathon Weekendo Princess Half Marathon● Recognized with Four Keys by peers for efficiency in duties. ● Mentor coworkers and promotes team building and productive workplace.● Identifies and resolves conflict.

Augusta, Georgia

· Assists Technical Director in planning events.· Climb ladders and scaffolding to catwalk. · Attach cables to scenery, curtains, equipment, support pipes, and counterbalance weights.· Operate lighting and sound equipment during rehearsals and performances following audio and/or visual cues.· Program lights for shows based on the tech list. · Troubleshoot lighting and sound problems live during performances.· Sets stage for performances and changes scenery/props throughout the program.· Strict attention to detail.

Augusta, Ga

● Mentored film students on camera techniques, lighting, and basic animations and titles.● Taught Adobe After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, and Final Cut Pro platforms.● Instructed composition of 2D assets and integration of final shot to achieve the client’s vision.● Co-hosted the 2018 annual televised International Cultural Festival held in Zhengzhou, China. ● Directed, shot, and edited two award-winning commercials for the Georgia Cancer Center.● Utilized Typography skills to create unique and compelling film titles and credits for student productions

Augusta, Georgia, United States

Summer Internship as jr. editor, graphic artist, assistant camera operator, and assistant sound. I fulfilled these roles for two television commercials and a television program on ABC called “Cross Talk” later changed to “Christ Talk”.● Assist the Director of Photography as a camera operator for 3 local commercials.● Organize video footage as a digital editor.● Animated graphics and co-edited the television show “Christ Talk” aired on ABC.

Orlando, Florida Area

Disney College Program Internship working at Animal Kingdom. Kilimanjaro Safari driver/Spiels/Safety/Entertainment.Kilimanjaro Safari Driver responsible for the safety of guests and animals while providing a unique safari experience in an immersive story telling environment. Assisting leaders with crowd control during peak times and loading guests onto trucks efficiently. Resolve guest concerns and anticipate their needs. ● Received 9 Four Keys from guests and management for superior customer experiences.● Committed to excellence in guest service, providing each guest with exceptional experiences.● Provided over 200,000 guests with a unique adventure to include immersive storytelling.● Emphasized safety for all guests and animals throughout the attraction and wildlife reserve.

Ft. Gordon Georgia (Global)

Supervisor who meets challenges head on with professionalism, conviction, and makes hard decisions when confronted with adversity. Partnered with multi-national teams to provide communication support to diverse clientele. Loyal to peers, leaders, and subordinates with an emphasis on brand integrity. Selected by Company and Battalion Commanders to lead a team in direct support of operations. Responsible for the health, safety, and welfare of over 200 soldiers and their families. ● Implemented business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.● Proficient in media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods to include alternative written, oral, and visual media.● Served as vehicle commander for convoys ensuring safe arrival of all vehicle occupants.● Commended by multiple command teams for the most secure site set up. ● Developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for communication equipment. ● Coached 2 soldiers through graduation of leaders’ course with honors. ● Evaluated 400 supervisors, team leaders, and operators in network equipment operations.● Managed over 60 personnel during combat deployments to 5 countries under hazardous conditions.● Spearheaded Army Emergency Relief (AER) fundraiser raising over $6,000 for service members in need.● Created and implemented a Network Administration University course and trained 80 international subscribers throughout South Korea, increasing communication capabilities by 45%. ● Applied critical thinking using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, and approaches to problems.

Master Of Science - Ms, Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer Animation

Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Bfa, Radio, Television, And Digital Communication