Michael Abarca,Clvs

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Freelance Legal Videographer and Video Editor and CLVS @ Abarca Audio Video
Florida, United States
Michael Abarca,Clvs's Location
Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area, United States
About Michael Abarca,Clvs

As a Legal Videographer,Certified Legal Video Specialist (CLVS), specializing in Compulsory Medical Exam / Independent Medical Exam Videos, site or residential walk throughs, and Depositions. I'm a customer service driven professional with a strong sense of responsibility to meet every deadline at an affordable rate. I'm your "go to guy" for all your Legal/ Video services needs to be video taped and saved in any format.Certified Legal Video Specialist Background:I'm detail oriented , quality focused and highly organized. With over fifteen years’ experience as an Audio Visual Specialist and Production Manager utilizing various Pre/Post Production techniques and Final Cut Pro editing software used in the AV/Digital Editor career field. For the last five years of my AV career I have also obtained the skills as a Legal Video Specialist in which I record video depositions for attorney’s, editing the deposed video under NCRA guidelines and finally performing video playbacks of witness testimonies alongside court reporters in court rooms all throughout Ft.Lauderdale and South Florida. Through out my career as an Audio Visual Specialist I've worked in National Archives Records Administration, Facilities Services Department, Court Rooms, Legal and Doctor offices, Parties/ Events, Conferences, Conventions and on location. My primary responsibilities as an AV Specialist are providing excellent customer service to customers through Audio Video Technology, Videography and Production support which involves AV Video Teleconference setups and installations, camera operator, staging interviews, audio visual equipment procurements, cabling, lighting, audio checks, testing public announcement systems, creating and administering Power point presentations, Web conference feed connections/ Skype, setup furniture and seating, PC computer connections, and troubleshoot audio visual issues.

Michael Abarca,Clvs's Current Company Details
Abarca Audio Video

Abarca Audio Video

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Freelance Legal Videographer and Video Editor and CLVS
Florida, United States
Website:
abarcaav.com
Employees:
2
Michael Abarca,Clvs Work Experience Details
  • Abarca Audio Video
    Freelance Legal Videographer And Video Editor And Clvs
    Abarca Audio Video
    Florida, United States
  • Abarca Audio Video
    Freelance Legal Videographer/ Video Editor/ Clvs
    Abarca Audio Video Jun 2016 - Present
    Miramar,Fl
    As a Certified Legal Video Specialist (CLVS),I'm responsible for setting up and maintaining all video equipment for a clearly focused video and noise free audio recorded finished product. I primarily provide oversight of the deposition/hearing/meeting process in compliance with the National Court Reporting Association/ CLVS guidelines in coordination with following the U.S. Judicial process. Monitoring of the equipment during the proceedings to ensure they are being adequately and intelligibly recorded. Always producing a high quality videotaped and audio recorded finished product that will be used with a Court Reporter's verbatim to transcribe testimony that allows attorneys and judges to have immediate access to the deposition transcript. Freelance Videographer/ Certified Legal Video Specialist (CLVS) services include videotaping of Depositions, Compulsary Medical Exams, Court room Trial Playbacks, Site inspections/walkthroughs, Day in the Life videos, etc... on location in the Greater Ft.Lauderdale and Miami-Dade area.Skills and Competencies include:• Certified Legal Video Specialist• Panasonic AVCCAM AG‑AC90 Professional Camcorder, 8 channel powered audio mixer, 4 Omnidirectional lavalier lapel mics, shielded cables,backdrop, tripod • Personal time management based on individual work assignments • Document all tasks on a daily log• Experience in working in a law firm or professional services firm for over 15 years.• Strong PC proficiency and able to thrive in a fast -pace setting.• Experience with Microsoft office suites such as Power Point, Outlook, Word and Excel.• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines.• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) ,as well as, Bilingual (English/Spanish)• Results Driven passion, professionalism, integrity and accountability are my specialty.• Strong work ethic,verbal communication, interpersonal, customer service, and problem- solving skills.
  • Action Video Productions, Inc.
    Production Manager/Legal Video Specialist/Video Editor
    Action Video Productions, Inc. Mar 2011 - Jun 2016
    Hollywood, Fl
    Production Manager Duties:• Legal Services Video production oversight and quality control.• Provide customer service to ensure customer satisfaction for AV Services purchased.• Client Invoice billing/Accounts Receivables (Quick books).• Job scheduling (Microsoft outlook), • Implementing marketing strategies (logo design, promotional packets, and pamphlets).• Answer pricing and service inquiries.• Market Research on current AV equipment and technologies• Networking to build business relations• Purchasing office supplies• Delivering for duplication services and final product to clients• Manage team of Assistant Production Manager and Freelance Legal Video Specialist Contractors.Legal Video Specialist/Videographer Duties:• Video tape Legal video depositions, social gatherings, company promotions, charity events, video teleconferencing, and web casting. • Shooting of depositions and playbacks throughout South Florida and Florida Keyes locations (Dade county courthouse, Broward county courthouse, work sites, law firms, doctors’ offices and hotel conference rooms,)• Shooting of independent medical examinations, day in the life of, and surveillance footage• Trial playbacks • Trial presentations (exhibit view)• Transcribe video via Legal video softwareNon- Linear Video Editor Duties: • Video editing footage of Legal depositions (Final cut pro, Adobe Premiere)• Manual Video synchronization (Yes Law, Visionary)• Video production (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator)• DVD formatting and Video encoding (tmpeg)• Synchronize Audio to Visual footage
  • Psav
    Event Technology Specialist
    Psav Nov 2010 - Oct 2011
    Hollywood, Fl (Westin Diplomat)
    • Provide audio video presentation services, setup and tear downs of screens, taped down wires and cables subcontracted under PSAV at the Westin Diplomat and other locations.• Responsible for accurate setup and efficient operation of Audio Visual equipment.• Provide excellent service by striving to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers. Always maintaining a positive relationship with all clients through effective communication techniques and skills.• Expressing technical ability established by understanding the technical aspects of the job and demonstrating operational ability to trouble shoot and problem solve with hardware and software.• Providing equipment security/maintenance by assisting team with proper security, storage, transportation, and maintenance of equipment. Participate in physical inventory count processes as requested.• Provide Video Editing services using Final Cut Pro and Motion on home Mac OS system
  • Avi-Spl
    Contracted Event Technology Specialist
    Avi-Spl Aug 2010 - Nov 2010
    Hollywood, Fl (Hardrock Casino)
    • Provided audio video presentation services, setup and tear downs of screens, taped down wires and cables subcontracted under AVI-SPL at the Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood , FL.
  • Lb&B Associates Inc
    Exhibit Specialist/ Audio Visual Technician/Video Editor
    Lb&B Associates Inc Feb 2005 - 2010
    College Park, Md (National Archives Records Administration)
    • Provided customer service to government clientele setting up and troubleshooting audio video equipment including microphones, sound speakers, video screens, data projectors mounts, LCD/DLP projection system monitoring, video monitor hook ups, screen assembly and mount, recording equipment, install, run and connect wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, lighting and related electronic equipment including seating , stage and furniture arrangement for concerts, live events, meetings and conventions, presentations, retirement interviews and news conferences for the National Archives Records Administration.• Analyze, diagnose and resolve media system problems in conferences, meetings, and performances. • Built the Studio 1, AVstudio, for taped interviews/oral histories/legacy interviews • Set up and troubleshoot audio and video equipment including microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment for concerts, events, meetings and conventions, presentations, retirement interviews and news conferences. • Link lecture rooms through an AMX control system for audio and video mix while regulating sound inputs and feeds. • Arrange audiovisual equipment for government conferences, web casts, meetings, and productions (using the following equipment: data projectors, PC’s, laptops, overhead projectors, lapel and hand held microphones). • Maintain inventory of Audio Visual production supplies and equipment ,as well as, provide market research and analysis of state of the art AV equipment to provide the best AV production experience at the best value to the government .• Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio and video equipment. • Edit video production by compressing, duplicating, and storing audio and video data on hard drives, VHS cassettes and DVDs.
  • Emcor Facilities Services
    Audio Visual Specialist
    Emcor Facilities Services Oct 2001 - Feb 2005
    College Park, Md (National Archives Records Administration)
    • Set up audiovisual equipment for government conferences, web casts, meetings, and productions (using the following equipment: data projectors, PC’s, laptops, overhead projectors, lapel and hand held microphones). • Linked lecture rooms through an AMX control system for audio and video. • Coordinated power point presentations and set up the projector to laptop connection to project the visual presentation. • Responsible for converting and cataloging LB&Bs complete VHS training videos into DVD format• Analyze, diagnose and resolve media system problems in conferences, meetings, and performances. • Maintain inventories of audio and videotapes and related supplies. • Attended meetings with fellow AV co-workers to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, camera movements, and picture composition. • Mixed and regulates sound inputs and feeds, or coordinate audio feeds with television pictures. • Edited videotapes by erasing and removing portions of programs and adding video and/or sound as required. • Inform users of audio and videotaping service policies and procedures. • locate and secure settings, properties, effects, and other • production necessities. • Notified Management of major Office equipment repairs . • Planned and developed pre-production ideas into outlines, scripts, storyboards, and graphics, using specifications of assignments. • Processed mass-production of the videotapes for government wide distribution.
  • Central Wholesalers, Inc.
    Shipping And Receiving Clerk/Certified Forklift Operator
    Central Wholesalers, Inc. Nov 2000 - Oct 2001
    Beltsville,Md
    • Shipped wholesale commercial / residential supplies, tools, and appliances using mailroom equipment for Fed Ex/ USPS/ UPS shipping services. • Received and Stocked inventory with various types of lifts such as cherry picker, pole truck, reach lift, and propane forklift.
  • Dave & Buster'S Inc.
    Department Head / Manager (Iwerks Animated Theater Dept.)
    Dave & Buster'S Inc. Dec 1997 - Nov 2000
    Kensington,Md (Whiteflint Mall)
    • Trained and coached the staff on using the cash registers and following Iwerks departmental procedures. • Scheduled the employees according to shifts and availability. • Maintained the Iwerks Department’s budget (staffing and supplies). • Calculated the cash register’s lockbox at the end of the evening. • Ordered supplies and maintained inventory for Winners Circle• Performed routine and troubleshoot maintenance for Iwerks animated theater’s projectors, screens, film, and mechanical chairs.

Michael Abarca,Clvs Skills

Av Editing Production Management Video Video Production Final Cut Pro Sound Video Editing Photoshop Film Film Production Set And Strike Video Conferencing Polycom Video Conferencing Adobe Professional Microsoft Office Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Powerpoint Presentation Skills Supervisory Skills Reprographics Gopro Legal Support Services Office Administration Office Management Client Billing Scheduling Videography Lighting Camera Camera Operation Video Deposition Trial Playback Video Synchronization Yes Law Compulsory Medical Exam Day In The Life

Michael Abarca,Clvs Education Details

  • National Court Reporter Association
    National Court Reporter Association
    Certified Legal Video Specialist
  • Ledet Training
    Ledet Training
    Apple Final Cut Pro Certification
  • Eleanor Roosevelt Senior High
    Eleanor Roosevelt Senior High
    General Studies/ Audio Visual Technology

Frequently Asked Questions about Michael Abarca,Clvs

What company does Michael Abarca,Clvs work for?

Michael Abarca,Clvs works for Abarca Audio Video

What is Michael Abarca,Clvs's role at the current company?

Michael Abarca,Clvs's current role is Freelance Legal Videographer and Video Editor and CLVS.

What schools did Michael Abarca,Clvs attend?

Michael Abarca,Clvs attended National Court Reporter Association, Ledet Training, Eleanor Roosevelt Senior High.

What skills is Michael Abarca,Clvs known for?

Michael Abarca,Clvs has skills like Av, Editing, Production Management, Video, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Sound, Video Editing, Photoshop, Film, Film Production, Set And Strike.

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