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Atlanta, Ga, Us

Alpharetta, Georgia, Us

Training and Development Leadership:Spearhead training and development initiatives aimed at enhancing employee skills and knowledge, resulting in increased efficiency, cost savings, and revenue growth.Develop and implement comprehensive learning programs tailored to organizational needs and employee development goals.Strategic Collaboration:Actively participate in strategy meetings with leadership to devise innovative solutions for new client acquisition and project execution.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align learning and development initiatives with organizational objectives and priorities.Financial Management:Develop and manage budgets to ensure the efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial objectives.Monitor expenditure and ROI of training programs, making data-driven decisions to optimize resource allocation and maximize impact.Innovative Solutions Design:Spearhead the design and implementation of virtual training environments for retail vendors, driving increased sales and delivering demonstrable return on investment.Lead efforts in both studio and remote media solutions for client shoots, ensuring legal compliance and successful project delivery.Change Management Leadership:Champion change management initiatives to foster a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement within the team.Successfully implement Agile methodologies to enhance team productivity and responsiveness to evolving business needs.Process Optimization:Develop and implement innovative strategies to optimize learning and development processes, streamlining workflow and reducing time to market.Continuously evaluate and refine training methodologies to ensure relevance and effectiveness in meeting organizational objectives.

Alpharetta, Georgia, Us

Creative project management which includes content development, editing, and producingAnalyze data and success metrics as required for multiple projectsManage video production, motion graphics, animations, captions, subtitles, to produce instructional design and adult learningCollaborate with key stakeholders including SMEs, trainers, project managers, and learning experience designersPlan, schedule, and execute shoots for Best Buy, LG, Dyson, The Home Depot, Target, Beats, Electrolux, and many more Fortune 500 clientsResponsible for overseeing, leading, and tracking multiple projects simultaneouslyInfluenced successes of 10 million+ dollars in RFP’s through client presentations, and marketing materials

Cumming, Georgia, Us

Acted as the primary contact person between the district and partners for video productions from concept to final deliveryHeaded all creative TV projects and served as the organization-wide specialist responsible for all film studio and location production, motion video editing, and video animationImplemented 4K SDI live switching and streaming systemsImplemented Live Streaming with Drone TechnologyDesigned and managed the construction of a new audio & video studioPioneered distributed learning curricula, which included face-to-face instruction, distance learning, and e-learningImproved marketing branding initiatives, and public relations, for community events

Acted as the primary contact person between the district and partners for video productions from concept to final deliveryHeaded all creative TV projects and served as the organization-wide specialist responsible for all film studio and location production, motion video editing, and video animation. Awarded Service Recognition for dedication and expertise in media and creative educationPioneered online education contentLaunched county YMCA Tutoring center

New Brunswick, Nj, Us

● Responsible for managing remote shoots with teams of 3-5 people, performing quality checks on remote video productions, shift manager for master control, technical directing, voice over production, and general studio support. ● Traveled to Africa direct documentary on behalf of the Paul Robeson Cultural Center.

Created all visuals for the Violence Free campaign, Martin Luther King Commission and The Governors Office of Volunteerism. Produced photo and video shoots ensuring the quality of vision and style were met and exceeded from the initial idea, pre-production, on set, post-production, and delivery. Acted as a creative collaborator with marketing partners, promotion team, and vendors. Worked with the New Jersey Public Television, Rutgers University ITVS, and Crossroads Theatre Company to create strategic partnerships to develop television programming.Camera Operator - State Conferences, Award CeremoniesVideo Editor - Promotional Videos, Broadcast CommercialsGraphic Artist - Motion Graphics, Print Graphics, Marketing Materials, Web DesignPrint Production Manager - Community Publications, Cross Department Marketing InitiativesProduction Artist - Talk Show