SUMMARY
Over 26 years of progressive experience in concept development, production, post-production and distribution of short and long form broadcast quality video; concentrating in the areas of health care, science education, transportation, national defense, marketing, and advertising.
EXAMPLES OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Conception / Writing
• Wrote and directed a series of spots for GBMC called “Greater Health Matters,” covering topics such as prenatal care, colon cancer detection, osteoporosis etc. Worked with the Baltimore Sun to co-brand the campaign and synchronize print information with each week’s commercial topic. The campaign increased traffic to the “Greater Health Matters” website leading to significant patient referrals for GBMC.
• Wrote and directed a commercial for the new electronic version of the Stars and Stripes newspaper. Took the concept of “alternative uses” for newspapers and gave it a humorous spin. The result was a cost-effective spot that exceeded the client’s expectations and won an Emmy Award for best commercial.
• Wrote and produced a video on the history of Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab. Used the style of a WWII news reel to explain APL’s creation of the Proximity Fuse and its importance to ending the war. Also used the style of 50’s television to illustrate APL’s creation of the first GPS system. This video allowed audiences to grasp highly technical concepts and understand APL’s place in history. The video served as a centerpiece for APL’s 75th anniversary celebration.
Producing / Directing
• Field produced over 25 commercials featuring players from Superbowl XLIX. Coordinated scheduling, personnel and equipment. Negotiated for time with players and directed location shooting. Ensured delivery of all media assets for a 72-hour post turn-around resulting in over 80 “shout outs” to U.S. troops that aired during the game in over 130 countries.
• Produced, Shot and Directed a bike helmet safety video for The Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. Participated in focus groups and script development to craft an effective message for urban teens to always wear their bike helmets. The video was used to measurably change behavior among the target group and won multiple awards in international competition.
• Wrote, produced and directed a series of scenarios for a security video that portrayed the U.S. military’s response to an earthquake in Afghanistan. Acquired “ruined” locations, wardrobe, props and vehicles. Directed over 20 actors portraying soldiers and refugees; including a herd of goats. The result was a realistic depiction of a natural disaster adding to the impact of the educational video.
Facilities Development
• Developed the video facility for The Maryland Department of Transportation. Directed equipment procurement and installation. Designed and installed lighting, video and audio equipment for three camera productions. Created the standards and operation guide for all MDOT video production.
• Designed, budgeted and directed the building of a green screen studio for APL - expanding the facilities production ability and allowing for more creative and cost-effective productions.
EMPLOYMENT
2016 - Present: MDOT, The Secretary’s Office Senior Project Manager
2012 - 2015: The Towne Group, Inc. / DOD Senior Video Producer
2008 - 2012: Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab Video Producer / Director
2007 - 2014: Nickel City Media Principal Partner / Producer
1999 - 2007: Viacom / CBS / WJZ-TV Senior Commercial Producer
1996 - 1999: Sinclair Communications, Inc. Commercial Producer
1995 - 1996: University of Maryland Production Specialist
1993 - 1995: PSU, School of Communications Production Manger
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Pre-Production
Experienced in story boarding, budgeting, casting, location scouting etc. Well versed in using Final Draft, Celtx, Frame Forge, Excel and Word Perfect.
Camera
25 years of shooting experience with various formats in film and video. Knowledgeable of current camera systems such as RED DSMC2, Sony F series, Panasonic Lumix, and Cannon DSLRs. Understanding of various prime and zoom lenses. Experienced with camera support systems including dollies, cranes, stabilizers and drones.
Lighting
Adept in lighting commercials, documentaries, live television and green screen productions. Comfortable using tungsten, HDMI, fluorescent and LED instruments. Familiar with grip skills, rigging and power distribution for both studio and location.
Editing
Proficient with Adobe Premier, Final Cut Pro (7), Avid Media Composer and Lightworks Comfortable building video editing systems including computers, control surfaces, interfaces and RAID storage.
Audio
Background in sound design. Adept at directing voice-over talent. Experienced with recording in studio and on location. Comfortable with wireless audio systems.
Post-Prod
Familiar with HD and 4K work flows from acquisition through editing, effects, motion graphics, color correction, storage, and distribution. Experienced with After Effects, PhotoShop, Cinema 4D, Colorista and DaVinci Resolve.
Distribution
Familiar with live streaming, FTP servers, video compression and DVD production.
Archiving
Experienced with shared media storage, Linear Tape Back-up (LTO-6) and Blu-Ray Optical Disk Storage.
EDUCATION
B.S. Marketing, Pennsylvania State University (1990)
B.A. Film and Video, Pennsylvania State University (1992)
HONORS and AWARDS
International Safety Media Awards, World Injury Conference, First Place Video (2018)
25th National Health Information Awards, “Best in Show” Video (2018)
Multiple Emmy Awards (2007-2014)
Army Citation of Excellence for Medical Communications (2012)
Cine Silver Eagle (1994)
SECURITY CLEARANCE
Secret Clearance - 2008 to 2013