Mike Gittens Email & Phone Number

Surrey, Bc, Ca

Burnaby

As a Sales Professional with a passion for the Film/TV industry, I specialize in providing top-quality equipment and solutions for production teams. My experience with leading brands such as Blackmagic Design, SmallHD, Atomos, Rode, Sony, Panasonic, RED, among many others, has helped me develop a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges of content creators.Throughout my career, I have built a reputation for delivering outstanding customer service and building long-lasting relationships with clients. I have a proven track record of success in selling a wide range of products, from cameras and lighting to media and other essential supplies.My technical knowledge of film and TV production equipment allows me to offer customized solutions that meet the specific needs of each project. I understand the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in the industry, and I am committed to ongoing learning and professional development.If you're looking for a Sales Professional who is passionate about the Film/TV industry and dedicated to providing exceptional service and support, I would love to connect and explore how I can assist with your next project.

New Westminster, Bc

Video Journalist specializing in 360 video storytelling

Burnaby

Creating and editing ENPS rundownsOperate telemetrics robotic cameras in virtual and real set environmentsOperation of Maestro and ORAD virtual set control and Ultimatte Smart Remote 2Assist the Director in planning camera shots and angles for live and pretaped broadcastsResponsible for lighting and video control of the studio cameras and off-site remotesRemote Coordinating various live broadcasts Assist the director in building newscasts using Mosart, an automated control room systemRecording and Editing of promos

Planning and executing audio video and power distribution needsWorking with a variety of events including musical and theatrical performances, meetings, conferences and other special eventsExperience creating and reading blue prints, floor plans, stage and lighting plotsVideo technician for many local casting directors (filming casting sessions, data management, file conversaion, uploading and archiving footage) Supplying and running audio video equipment and technical needs for community events, corporate fuctions, concerts and special eventsFilming, editing, duplicating and uploading demo reels for local actorsFreelance teleprompter operator for various production companies (film, tv, commercial and conferences/special events) Assistant Production Coordinator and Transport Coordinator for commerical and documentary productions

Vancouver Bc

360 video, 3D and Volumetric Video producerwww.hammerandtusk.com

New Westminster Bc

Volunteer management, including recruiting, communicating with, scheduling shifts for and managing a team of around 20 volunteersCoordinating all production labour and equipment contractsManaging the festival’s social media growth and management strategiesDeveloping and maintaining website (wordpress.org)Assisting the organizing committee with aspects of PR and marketingProviding information to sponsors, donors and attendees about LitFestProviding administrative and clerical supportParticipating in and planning meetings as requiredAttend and assist with the event debrief meeting and final reportsLiason with community partners

Curating artists Co-ordinating all technical needs for ~ 40 concerts and performances over a 4 day festival Contracting services and equipment for technical/logistical needs of performancesPreparing sponsorship packages and community notification lettersExperience writing press releases and media relationsSocial media management (Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr account management)Volunteer and staff acquisition/orientation/coordination for festival events Curating and scheduling ~100 artists in over 40 shows for the duration of Music Waste (4 day art and music festival in Vancouver)Operating as a liaison between the City of Vancouver and the festivals (securing permits etc..)Experience drafting and contracting graphic design for invitations/fliers/posters/newspaper ads (physical and web/social media)Drafting and overseeing the execution of the operating budget www.musicwaste.ca

Vancouver, Bc

Production Assistant on commercial shoots for TV and web Craft services and catering needs for cast and crewCreating and maintaining shot and slate logsData management and video file encodingSetting and striking equipment on locationTransport coordinator and Assistant Production Coordinating dutiesSupplying and operating teleprompting equipment

Filming auditions for various locally shot Film and TV productionsIn charge of setting up and maintaining video studioTroubleshooting technical needs (replacing light bulbs, installing DVD recorders, LCD/plasma/CRT monitor maintenance, analog and digital cable repair) Filming, logging, uploading and DVD authoring of casting sessions Data management and experience with many type of digital video file conversions for web

Freelance recording of a diverse clientel!http://cheersinthebelfry.bandcamp.com/http://taxes.bandcamp.com/http://arctic.bandcamp.com/track/through-the-spaceshttp://scumbelly.bandcamp.com/http://lifestream.bandcamp.com/album/exodus-by-cloudshttp://iop-impedersofprogress.bandcamp.com/album/no-risk-no-reward