EXPERIENCE
Skills:
Video production and editing ( Premiere, LightRoom, After Effects, Photoshop, Davinci Resolve)
Still photography and video (studio and field experience)
Licensed drone pilot
Strong interpersonal and interviewing skills
Strong writing and communication skills
Work Experience:
Creative Service Producer | Draper Media, Salisbury MD | June 2023 - Present
Spearheaded conception, creation, and publication of compelling local television commercials and digital content in collaboration with diverse local businesses.
Managed all facets of the video production process, including initial concept, script writing, and post-production editing.
Maintained emphasis on storytelling and visual aesthetics for engaging and effective commercials.
Social Media / Shop Developer | Laureate Fine Books, Clearville PA | June 2022 - February 2022
Developed and executed content strategy for an online bookstore.
Captured high-quality book photographs and crafted engaging captions to enhance online presence.
Managed and maintained multiple social media platforms, optimizing posting schedules.
Orchestrated successful social media campaigns, including book giveaways and promotions.
Multimedia Producer | The National Aquarium, Baltimore MD | May 2016 - May 2022
Created story-driven video content for social media channels and fundraising efforts.
Directed and produced short films from pre-production through post-production.
Managed deadlines for multiple concurrent projects while maintaining brand consistency.
Staff Writer/Photographer | The Star Democrat, Easton MD | October 2013 - July 2015
Developed daily stories under tight deadlines for print and online publication.
Supplied supportive artistic content to stories via photography and video.
Volunteer Experience:
Baltimore Chapter of Creative Mornings | 2019 - 2023
Facilitated the transition to virtual-only events for social media channels.
Managed steaming of live events.
Provided support for in-person events, including event photography, social media support, or event staff duties.
Education:
BA in Liberal Arts | St. John’s College, Annapolis MD | 2009-2013
Mastered interdisciplinary curriculum based on the great books of Western civilization.
Maine Media Workshop Nonfiction Storytelling with Zach Zamboni | 2018
Studied the craft of storytelling through case studies and discussion.
Awards:
Selected for the 2020 Water Docs Film Festival for Cold- Stunned
2018 Telly Award Silver Winner - General Non-Broadcast - National Aquarium - Immersive Learning - Contributing Videographer
2018 Telly Award Bronze Winner - General Non-Broadcast - Community Gardens - Videographer/Editor/Producer
2017 Telly Award Bronze Winner - General Video/Shows/Segments - Shore Heroes - National Park Service - Editor/Producer
Maryland Delaware District of Columbia Press Association 2015 Second Place - Multimedia Storytelling Division C
Maryland Delaware District of Columbia Press Association 2015 Second Place - Best Web Video Division C