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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Directing news shows for various countries across the globe.

Miami, Florida, United States

My position required me to skillfully lead and communicate during high stress situations. The objective was to direct a show that typically lacked a fully completed rundown due to frequency of breaking news and weather, which demanded constant flexibility and critical thinking. It was the very definition of a “living and breathing” newscast.❖ Oversaw a 9.

San Diego, CA

Daily tasks are a combination of editing news and entertainment content for up to 6 hours of shows and the technical operation of Jib, SteadiCam, robotic cameras and audio. Newscast director responsibilities are currently on an advisory basis; switching as needed.❖ Tasked in streamlining equipment operations and presets within 4 months of employment❖ Guest.

Miami, FL

This was the arena production for the Miami Heat and I was brought on to switch games for the in-house video board. Directing an NBA game was immensely fast-paced with many moving parts.❖ Communicated with Director to facilitate a 14 camera game with 4 highlight replay operators❖ Built between 4-8 switcher effects per game for sponsorships and fan events❖.

Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

My position required me to skillfully lead and communicate during high stress situations. The objective was to direct a show that typically lacked a fully completed rundown due to frequency of breaking news and weather, which demanded constant flexibility and critical thinking. It was the very definition of a “living and breathing” newscast.❖ Oversaw a 9.

Greensboro/Winston-Salem, North Carolina Area

Here’s where I transitioned from the traditional 3 camera show to a rapid 9 camera production and massively expanded my technical abilities. I immersed myself in technology selection, setup, operations and maintenance. Using an automated production control system, I excelled at the complex task of operating audio, cameras, show graphics, video playback.

Wilmington, North Carolina

My first professional job was a 10 year journey to learn everything from sustaining a functioning production studio to overseeing a production crew and monthly promotional projects. Later, I expanded my knowledge and practical abilities into parts of the news, engineering and promotions. When on location, I led our team as field producer and coordinated.

Wilmington, North Carolina

Wilmington, North Carolina

Education record

Practical training on studio production method, equipment operations and troubleshooting, quality story judgment, audio, directing.

High School Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas And Certificates

Activities and Societies: New Hanover County Schools Television: Volunteer 2000-2001 New Hanover County Schools Television: Apprentice.