Jeff Girard Email & Phone Number

Training room manager as well as duties as graphic designer and photographer for the G1.

Troy, Michigan

• Create engaging videos across a wide spectrum of topics utilizing post-production technics, such as sound/color correction, sound effects and motion graphics.• Performed duties as, editor, production assistant, graphic designer, grip and lighting technician. • Assist Head of Photography with set-up, scene selection, sight surveys and shooting angles while providing creative input and adhering to production goals. • Edit video, incorporating motion graphics to produce a polished finished product.

Auburn Hills, Michigan

Collaborate in creating and producing complex written technical information for internal and external customers. Spearhead continuous design, written content, production and shooting of instructional training videos, manuals, job aids, safety instruction, and journal articles. Gather data used in the development of training materials from customers, designers and original equipment manufacturers.• Record and edit audio and videos for social media outlets.• Pitch marketing concepts and creative services to internal staff and board members to plan, prioritize and execute both internal and external video projects.• Coordinate with project managers and corporate clients to produce exceptional print, digital and video training content.• Support marketing team to collect timely content for brand marketing and social media outlets.• Communicate with subject matter experts to develop scripts and for all video projects to include research outlining and storyboarding.• Maintained project calendar for multimedia projects to include tracking tasks and milestone levels.• Work with the sales staff in a business development capacity to communicate the strength of products and services to client prospects• Maintain constant communication with internal departments to coordinate with training team on material, products and global updates.• Create and produce complex written technical information for internal and external clients. Including written content, training videos, manuals, job aids and safety instructions. • Ensure correct documentation through copywriting and proofreading.

Southfield, Michigan

• Director for a two-hour live award event at the Detroit Athletic Club. • Edited the event into a 30 minute compelling story by gathering scripted elements along with interviews and intertwining them with motion graphics and musical elements in post-production. • Performed duties as director, videographer, motion graphic design and audio technician. • Collaborated with the Creative team and other departments in order to deliver optimal results for sales partners and advertising clients.

Romeo/Washington Michigan

Gather footage of local sporting events.

Troy, Michigan

Designed and executed learning and outsourcing solutions for global clients including General Motors; Buick, Cadillac, GMC and Chevrolet divisions. Assisted with development of training for automotive service technician through a variety of media outlets, Web-based interactive training, Web-based self-study training, hands-on seminars, print-based training and mobile learning.• Received Excellence in Videography Award for creating post-production motion graphic elements to be incorporated in a show open. • Developed and presented HTML based M-Learning “app” utilizing handheld and mobile devices, from concept to prototype. • Took on the roles of lead producer and lead audio technician while conducting video editing sessions, video roll-ins, motion graphics and editing multilingual voice-over sessions in include English, Spanish, French, and Mandarin. • Managed projects and performed pre-production duties, to include shot lists, release forms, set design, talent acquisition and dress rehearsals.

Troy, Michigan

Created, produced, designed and programed music videos/portfolios for interactive media with a small start-up videography and photography production company specializing in inner-city promotions, local radio, and band branding. Performed lighting, photography, writing and final edits. Managed production calendars, location, and studio equipment.• Served as creative director, providing feedback on all creative output. • Developed concepts, write scripts and directed the creative execution of television and radio advertising.• Maintained project calendar for multimedia projects to include tracking tasks and milestone levels.• Provided creative direction to the owner/operator and executive producer on concept development, scripts, talent acquisition, production schedules, company policies and workflow instructions. • Achieved client branding through promotional videos, radio play and supporting collateral material. • Manage video asset libraries.

Redford

Integral part of development team as videographer/photographer and editor for local and national television and print commercial ads. Created, shot, produced, directed, designed and edited audio direction for large projects within the home improvement industry. --Software used: Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Fast VM Studio, Trinity edit system, and Sound Fourge.--Telly Award Recipient for Outstanding Television Commercial, 2000.--Audio technician and sound engineer for on-set and voice over productions.--Photographer for product placement in national magazines and print ads.

Detroit

Performed as Lead Editor, Engineer, and Producer for documentaries and Public Relations campaigns. Interviewed and gathered data on political figures. Managed live camera operations and edited time sensitive highlights for media outlets. Produced training videos, coordinated video campaigns, and maintained video equipment and studio. • Led, produced, shot and edited several video projects during a 6-week off-site production. • Produced documentaries, which included interviewing several members of House and Senate. • Managed live camera operations and edited highlights and coordinated media uplinks to satellite.• Responsible for production equipment and studio maintenance.• Coordinated with government officials and the media for news conference and events.

Greater Detroit Area

DETROIT LIONS Freelance• Performed duties during game day operations to include: spotter and parabolic microphone operator.• Set up and tear down of cameras, broadcast cables, headsets and interview microphones.• Camera assistant for ESPN crews.DETROIT RED WINGS Freelance• Hand held camera operator - Interviews, Scrums, Bench shots, Reaction shots, Crowd shots.• Set up and tear down of cameras, broadcast cables, headsets and interview microphones.DETROIT PISTONS Freelance• Work closely with production team to build and strike the camera positions.• Set up and tear down of Cameras, Broadcast cables, headsets and interview microphones.• Gathered and set up required equipment and props for pre, half time and post game segments.• Camera assistant for under the basket handheld operator.DETROIT VIPERS Freelance• Work closely with production team to build and strike the camera positions.• Camera operator on station mount focused on tightly following game play and shots of crowd.DETROIT SAFARI Freelance• Work closely with production team to build and strike the camera positions.• Camera operator on station mount focused on main game play.

Auburn Hills

• Assisted head engineer in the daily maintenance of studio gear. • Assisted in the coordination of athletic talent for the 30-minute weekly show. • Assisted in the redesign and installation of updated studio gear at DTE Music Theatre. • Camera Operator on platform mounts for music concerts.

Led and oversaw multinational soldiers and property on US Army installations as an International Security Force Member. Earned Top Secret Security Clearance, performed high-ranking military security briefings, and led small military police units during active duty with the Michigan Army National Guard. Participated in law enforcement and police intelligence operations.--Received Honorable discharge

Detroit

While at PBS I learned great organizational skills, from my supervisor Charles M., in which I’ve implemented in every aspect of my life. As a direct result, I was able to advance in audio editing and producing.• Production Assistant for electronic field production (EFP)• Produced roll-in segments for live pledge drive• Assistant director during live pledge drive• Producer in D-3 edit sessions

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Communication And Media Studies

Associate Of Arts (Aa), Digital Arts And Animation

Video Broadcasting, Video Broadcasting