Professional Experience
Vault Technician
Riot Productions (August 2008 - Present)
Santa Monica, CA
- Stock, assign, and stage media for color correction/compositing.
- Clean/prep both 35 and 16mm negative.
- Comprehensive understanding of multiple media formats including, DVCam, BetaCam, and HDSR.
Co-Owner, President
Elevated Arts (October 2006 - August 2008)
Lake Worth, FL
- Lead Producer/ Editor/ Writer-Director of all creative and commercial video projects.
- All Projects accomplished with the Adobe 2.0 and CS3 suites
- Produce projects in both hard copy and web ready formats with varied compression rates.
- Secured video deals for local musical acts as well as commercial spots for several local businesses.
Audio/Visual Technician, Editor
Broadhead Interests (August 2006 - August 2008)
Ocean Ridge, FL
- In charge of operating, repairing, and upgrading all audio/visual equipment.
- Focus on storing and maintaining audio/visual data, producing and distributing large quantities of promotional materials, editing specific audio/video packets for individual clients.
- Other job roles include designing original cd artwork, e-mail and networking support, computer software/hardware repair on Windows operating systems.
Director of the Arts
Showtime: Children's Theater (March 2005 - August 2008)
Boca Raton, FL
- Director for over seven theatrical children's plays consisting of casts of over 30+ children ranging from the ages of 5-17.
- Oversee and plan all student curriculum for each year.
- Develop and produce each stage production during theatrical season.
- Design sets, run lights and sound for all stage productions, develop costumes and wardrobe.
- Record, edit, and produce video productions for all stage plays and major events.
Customer Service Representative
Best Buy (February 2004 - March 2006)
Delray Beach, FL
- Greet and assist customers in their personal computer purchases.
- Catalogue, arrange, and store inventory.
- Design and maintain store displays.
Customer Service Representative
Blockbuster (January 2003 - February 2004)
Delray Beach, FL
- Receive, catalogue and re-shelve inventory.
- Aid customers in retrieving films as well as checking them out, all via POS system.
- Nightly upkeep of premises.
- Lead monthly inventory check of all merchandise.
Creative Portfolio
Frank!
Frank's got three minutes before the big game and his cable is out! His plan? Run like hell after the closest thing broadcasting the game! Segment from the short "Frank!"
J-Randall TV Spot
The Prince of Pop is back with his brand-new album, Illusion. This commercial was compiled from a random collection of various assets given to me by the music label.
What the Heinz?!
"What the Heinz?!" was a television commercial concept for the Heinz Bottling Company, which lead to follow-up concepts based in the "What the..." universe.
Democracy is Dead
Nietzsche famously said, "God is Dead". This trailer for the award winning short about a sleazy senator's last minutes alive declares that Democracy is next!
Portrait of an OnA Clown
Insanity ensues when one lazy dad hires the worst clown ever for his kid's birthday party. Every image meticulously snapped, 'shopped, and stitched. WARNING: EXPLICIT CONTENT!
On the Subject of Teleporting
Teleportation would be great, wouldn't it? Avoid traffic, travel to faraway lands, and abandon your family at the drop of your hat! But of course, there are always side effects...
Bible Game II
For gamers, the summer is often devoid of quality games, but not this year! Experience the faith 'n fun that is the Holy Bible with The Bible Game II! (from Religicom)
John Wright: Ace Dectective
They call it, "The City of Pixels". Some make it home, some make it hell. He just calls it all work! Join John Wright, in this stylish video-game noir serial.
Mario & Iwata
Mario's had enough of the spin-off games and decides to drop by the office of Nintendo's President, Satoru Iwata, and protest on behalf of his Mushroom Kingdom brethren.
Video / Audio Credentials
Commercial
"Elegance Salon" Director/Editor/Cameraman Elevated Arts, LLC, 2006
Executive Producer: Richard Galdieri
Television Spot (HD)
"SuperCon!" Director/Cameraman/D.P. Elevated Arts, LLC 2006
Executive Producer: Michael Broder
DVD Re-cap/ Video Coverage (HD)
"Islay Rodriguez: A Musical Journey" Director/Editor/D.P. Elevated Arts, 2007.
Executive Producer: Islay Rodriguez
Music Video/Promotional Material (HD)
"Brandywine Island" Director/Editor/Cameraman Elevated Arts, LLC, 2007
Executive Producer: Paul Broadhead
Feature-Length Nature Documentary (HD)
"J Randall: The Prince of Pop" Director/Editor Elevated Arts, 2007
Executive Producer: Quincy/Unyted Records
Television Spot / Electronic Press Kit (HD)
Award Winning
"Democracy Is Dead" Writer/Editor/Director. Elevated Arts, LLC, 2006.
Executive Producer: Nolan Z. Warrack
Winner, Palm Beach International Film Festival, Making The Cut (best 5 out of 12)
"Portrait of an OnA Pest" Writer/Editor/Director. Windmill Slams Productions, 2006.
Executive Producer: Alexander Matias
Winner; Best Comedic Entry, OnA Video Contest, Grand Prize
"On The Subject of Inter-Dimensional Time Travel and its Effects on Children" Writer/Editor/Director. Windmill Slams Productions, 2007.
Executive Producer: Alexander Matias
Runner-up Entry, iStockPhoto Video Contest
"Portrait of an OnA Clown" Writer/Editor/Animator/Director Windmill Slams Productions, 2007
Executive Producer: Alexander Matias
Runner-up entry, OnA Video Animation Contest
Podcast/Audio
"Gaming Out Loud" Segment Producer/Writer/Editor/Director www.gamingoutloud.com, 2006
Executive Producer: Alexander Matias
Episodes reached over 10,000 listeners in its short lifetime.
Areas of Expertise
Editing Skills
- PC rig w/ Adobe CS3 Suite
- Mac Pro rig w/ FCP Studio 2
- Video:
- Premiere Pro
- Final Cut
- Photoshop
- Flash
- Encore DVD
- Audio:
- Soundbooth
- Audition
- Soundtrack Pro
- Video capturing
- Web compression
Tech Skills
- 70+ wpm
- Microsoft Office Power User
- Proficient w/ PC and Mac
- Hardware Upgrading
- Web/Networking savvy
Work Skills
- Fluent in English, moderate Spanish
- Team Leader
- Logical & Quick Thinker
- Self-manageable
- Creative-Minded
- Calm under pressure
- Detailed & Accurate
- Deadline Sensitive
- Organized multi-tasker
- Punctual & Fully Reliable
Production Skills
- Production management
- Owned Camera & Lighting Rig
- Knowledge in Video/Commercial Lighting
- Expertise in Sony & Panasonic Cameras (SD & HD)
- Audio Production
- Various microphones
- Field Recording
- Dolly/crane experience