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• Facilitate ingest of field acquired assets through a MAM system into a high-performance shared storage system• Facilitate file-management and ingest workflow of all production assets from field crew.• Troubleshoot codec/transcode issues.• Communicates and collaborates closely with producers, videographers and editors in preparation of media assets before production.• Ensure that all assets adhere to technical specifications and follow mandated file naming conventions.• Retrieve, assemble and deliver existing media/assets from the production platform to producers, editors and other internal clients• Assist in asset workflow management• Assist production staff in preparation of field production related to camera, grip and data management• Assist in scheduling and use of the field equipment, multimedia studio spaces and edit suites.• Prepare the deployment of gear.• Track on-site and cloud storage asset expiration.• Assist with maintenance/repair of field production equipment and accessories.• Assist with media inventory purchases and tracking• Act as both an Assistant Producer and Assistant Editor for video productions

Texas, California, Oregon

A full-service creative freelancer making videos, taking pictures, both events & portraits, and doing graphic design. Working commercially as a producer, editor, director, director of photography. In Oregon, I have worked for Rossman Media as a contractor creating social media content for brands such as Magic Number, Salvation Nutra, DaTerra Cucina, Vanguard Properties, Seed Sheets, and more. I have also created videos for the Studio at North Rim. In Bay Area I have worked for local production companies including 4SP Creative, Vaquera Films, Fat Belly Productions, Ronin Productions, DogPatch Films, Whitmore Productions, Chelsea Pictures, and Oh Happy Day working on projects for clients such as T-Mobile, Ex’pressions College of Digital Arts, Trizic, Liquidity, Code for American, Playworks, Autodesk, Peter Nowell Designs, Town School, Ramit Sethi, and comedian Brian Copeland, along with working on Academy Award-winning Documentary filmmaker Alex Gibney’s project for Ford, Mustang Moments.In Texas, I worked for local production companies Upstream Visual, Picturebox Productions as well as local independent film productions. For example, I worked in the Art Department of Miguel Alvarez's MFA thesis film MNEMOSYNE RISING, I produced John Spotswood Moore's MFA graduate films ONCE AGAIN, ALL IN YOUR HEAD, and UNTITLED MOON PROJECT, and produced Alexandra Thomas's MFA thesis film, THE LOCK IN to name a few. I was an also Associate Producer for Slacker 2011, working with Carlyn Hudson on the segment "Drive & Trophy's".

Nature Within Reach is the company that runs Nature Time, a preschool program that encourages curiosity and learning through connecting with nature.As the Programs Manager, I am responsible for managing the overall social media marketing, Youtube management, and greater distribution of Nature Time. As the Associate Producer, I help to pitch story ideas, revise copy, and help guide the editorial content of the series as well as helping to create shot lists, and scheduling for production.

Vancouver, Washington, United States

Slumberkins is defining the way children, caregivers, and educators engage with a brand that offers a comprehensive collection of social-emotional learning content, products, and experiences. I am responsible for bringing that vision to life on-screen, and delivering a range of compelling video content. Working collaboratively with a group of creative, therapeutic, and educational stakeholders, I drive the production and delivery of high-quality engaging content from inception to completion. From brainstorming concepts to coordinating shoots, then capturing and editing video, I am a vital team member who expands Slumberkins' storytelling capabilities. For example I…● Brainstorm, shoot, edit and launch therapeutic, educational, and inspirational videos in close collaboration with key stakeholders. ● Optimize content for platforms including slumberkins.com and YouTube. ● Manage the ongoing pipeline of video production ensuring our content calendar is consistently up to date and communicated to the wider organization with consistent content drops. ● Own the process for casting and recruiting new talent to star in our videos. ● Develop new series formats that resonate with our audience and enable quality content to be produced at scale. ● Ensure content and creative assets are accurately logged and structured for other team members to utilize. ● Successfully own and manage video production budget. ● Optimize & iterate creative based on performance & engagement

Vancouver, Washington

- Facilitate video production of in-house videos, acting as director, producer and editor and sometime director of photography, including: -Short and longer tutorials, product demonstrations, and classes for educational purposes distributed on Youtube -Short videos roughly 15-30 second videos for marketing teams, including email, social media, and web campaigns- Facilitate video production of outside collaborators, including: -Acting as a producer of the video project to ensure that brand voice and look is clear -Acting as the producer / editor of the project to ensure the brand voice and look is clear- Edit and deliver finalized videos for brands -Upload videos to Youtube -Deliver video for website -Back up videos to an archive- Manage and produce branded podcasts on a regular schedule. This includes: -Working with Brand leads to create a schedule and organize topics and segments -Scheduling, arranging, and recordings -Editing and publishing podcasts to be distributed- Provide technical support, supervision and oversight of all branded live streams including Facebook Lives, Instagram Lives and Youtube Premieres - Partner with Amazon Sales Manager to create and plan needs of products on Amazon.- Author written pieces for blog, magazine, podcasts, live streams and when appropriate. - Manage audio and video equipment

San Francisco Bay Area

- Produced and edited FREQ Show episodes 2.03-2.07 for Feminist Frequency social media channels as well as editing all video content shared on social media- Created animated motion graphics, worked collaboratively with the animator and graphics artist- Produced and edited Cinemaball podcast, episodes 07-present- Executed technical support for Feminist Frequency Radio podcast including creating animated video versions for social media channels, episodes 29-107

San Francisco Bay Area

Clients: T-Mobile, Opendoor, Flexport- Edit and collaborated on editing video projects- Prepare media for mixes, coloring, and to execute final delivery- Develop workflows and processes for efficient project management- Assembled budgets, shot lists, and scripts; and authored call sheets and schedules- Navigated relationships with clients and contracted crew members for video projects

San Francisco Bay Area

- Created scripts, storyboards, and story ideas for digital branded content - Organized, coordinated, and implemented a social media strategy for Zero Gravity- Refined and customized visual content for client-facing presentations- Acquired data and assembled detailed research

San Francisco Bay Area

- Coordinate field trips and guest speakers each term for each of the Next Gen tracks, including compiling transportation information and resources, stipends, emergency contact forms, and follow-up thank-you notes.- Input and coordinate attendance for all Next Gen tracks.- With the Impact Analyst, organize and disseminate surveys for Next Gen tracks on a trimester basis.- Support the management of an alumni-tracking initiative to gather data and provide ongoing connection to the BAVC community.- Manage Youth Programs social media accounts, keeping students and families updated on programs- Provide management of student events, working closely with Next Gen staff, including orientations, showcases, and celebrations. - Project manage program recruitment and outreach efforts.

San Francisco Bay Area

- Develop and execute a unique curriculum that dives into issues of social justice and media literacy through a filmmaking framework. - Mentor youth filmmakers in the development, production, and distribution of short digital film projects. - Instruct in technical and creative aspects of pre-production, production, post-production, and distribution. - Assure quality of final products (e.g. sign off on masters, storyboards, product packaging, etc.)- Build unique lessons and activities to engage all types of learners. - Create and maintain a course blog and online forum in addition to a platform that showcases students' final work. This includes an outward-facing Tumblr as well as a Google Plus Community. - Manage and develop networks to facilitate distribution of video projects via recruitment, outreach and partnership initiatives. - Create opportunities for community and national engagement through project presentations.- Generate weekly updates and information on students and program status to share with Next Gen staff and fulfill funding requirements. - Engage, manage and mentor a Teaching Assistant while working in a one-on-one capacity of 10-15 youth filmmakers per term. - Organize and inventory all film production (audio, lighting, camera, and etc.) equipment.- Organize - along with Next Gen staff - all rough-cuts and film screenings and program graduation. - Prepare students to present themselves, network, pitch, and prepare for the professional world. - Track students' growth, attendance, accomplishments, and additional information through Salesforce and other project management tools.

- Develop a social media strategist with the Marketing Manager (and other departments).- Schedule posts on social media keeping the strategy in mind.- Produce original content, take pictures and videos of events or programs.- Work with the Development Associate to maintain relationships with partners via social media- Lead and/or facilitate Communication Meetings once a week. - Catalog all programs, events and etc. of the organization on social media. - Implement ongoing research about what is trending on social media while understanding the mission of the organization.

Mill Valley, Ca

- Managed office administration including technical support and general operations- Oversaw grassroots distribution and independent theatrical release of SYMPHONY OF THE SOIL along with the continued distribution of THE FUTURE OF FOOD, - Handled all press requests, including writing, editing, and being part of the approval process- Developed and implemented a marketing and social media strategy- Maintained and updated website using HTML and CSS- Oversaw post-production and coordination of post-production- Organized events including executed technical support- Managed pre-production producing for feature documentary- Maintained information in an online database with FileMaker Pro- Worked with the Accountant for quarterly reports.

Travis Hs, Eastside Memorial Hs, Mendez Ms, Garcia Ms, And Afs Summer Camps

- Conceived and coordinated a curriculum for the individual classroom at various underserved schools - Created and implemented unique lessons and activities based on the individual class. - Managed an active learning environment through hands-on activities- Maintained engagement of diverse student body- Encouraged creative thinking, teamwork, and follow-through- Tracked students' growth, achievements, attendance, and personal situations- Wrangled media, fine-tuned, and exported the finished projects to be uploaded to YoutubeSummer 2012: Camp Instructor, Animation Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy Filmmaking Camp. Camp Instructor, AFS Film Club Summer Game Design & Filmmaking Program at Mendez Middle School2011-2012: Travis HS, Eastside Memorial HS, Mendez MS, Garcia MS, and AFS Summer Camps2010-2012: Travis HS

Austin, Texas Area

WHERE SOLDIERS COME FROM dir. Heather Courtney- Remodeled and maintained social media for the film and its marketing- Researched and outreach to various organizations to help build audience- Drafted and authored newsletters and official communications for promotion and event planning - Met regularly with Director about strategy and efficiency

Austin, Texas Area

- Assisted with the overall administration and organization of the group- Supervised and mentored the groups’ Officers, Designed blog and logo- Worked in an advisory role for the overall organization

Austin, Texas Area

- Promoted positive learning environment/art based teaching through cinema studies and digital film production- Instructed the student on the different aspects of filmmaking include pre-production, production, post production and distribution as well focusing on storytelling and narrative structure.- Drafted and launched a flexible curriculum catered to the students needs - Supervised classroom, - Instigated creativity

Austin, Texas Area

- Wrote & designed a digital newsletter that went over every other week- Assisted students producing films by helping with crew calls, casting, legal documents, locations, grants, film festivals, etc. - Acted as liaison between professionals and students- Wrote grant applications- Administered grants to students to help fund students' projects

Austin, Texas Area

Supported professor with administrative tasks such as taking attendance, assisted with grading, distributed media, emailed communication between participants / guests such as Mike Judge, Morgan Spurlock, Richard Linklater, etc.

Austin, Texas Area

Performed clerical tasks to include answering phones, sorting mail, making copies, filing, creating spreadsheets, and data management. Fax and Copier Proficient.

Austin, Texas Area

Screened films for the festival, wrote reports and reviews of over 100 short films.

Austin, Texas Area

- Executed design and distribute flyers - Event management and locating- Assist with website content - Promote event through advertising and social media- Event photography

Austin, Texas Area

- Managed the day to day office including membership, client services and office needs- Supervised the interns and tracked growth- Maintained website via Wordpress using HTML and CSS, updating weekly about events and more. - Administrated a social media marketing strategy and generated social media content based on that strategy. - Designed and executed marketing material including creating flyers and social media posts and assisting with press releases- Developed programing with the Executive Director- Facilitated event management and organization- Worked as a liaison to the University of Texas- Took notes during monthly Board meetings

Hunt, Tx

- Produced and edited promotional video elements for camp- Supervised and coordinated camp activities- Coached campers through physical activities and emotional obstacles and oversaw a cabin of campers.

Austin, Tx

- Managed the crew of shooters and editors during the SXSW Festival- Authored and maintained databases of information necessary for operation- Handled day to day organization.

Austin, Texas Area

Assisted with the production of a short film made by teenage girls from idea conception through shooting to editing.

Austin, Texas Area

- Assisted customers with film production equipment rentals- Minor repairs - Answering phones- Making copies- Filing- Creating spreadsheets, and data management.

Bachelors Of Science, Film Production

Activities and Societies: University Filmmakers Alliance, The Cage: The Student Production Resource CenterConcentration in Women.

Gardening And Composting Education Certificate, Urban Organic Water Conscious Gardening

High School

Activities and Societies: Volunteer at the San Antonio Texas Folk Live Festival 1999-2003, Storytelling Project 1999, Olympic Project.

High School, Cinema And Animation

Activities and Societies: Film Festival Coordinator, Volunteer at the San Antonio Underground Film Festival 2000-2004