Experience
Video Producer / Lee Branding, Minneapolis, MN / 2021-April 2024
/ Developed, produced and edited content ranging from animated type to complex, multi-scene, full crew studio productions
/ Collaborated on creative direction and coordinated with stakeholders and fellow creatives
/ Pitched creative concepts to clients
/ Developed a network of cinematographers, stylists, talent agencies and studios
/ Performed duties of cinematographer/videographer
/ Partnered with clients and account teams to exceed expectations on messaging, content and budget
/ Built relationships and trust across organizations by demonstrating flexibility, responsiveness and resourcefulness
/ Fostered open lines of communication and addressed challenges with aplomb throughout the production cycle
/ Simultaneously executed multiple projects of varying types and complexities
Freelance Producer / Editor / Creative - Minneapolis, MN & Portland, OR / 2018-present
/ Produce, shoot and edit pieces ranging from motion graphics for social media and brief TV spots, to a four episode TV pilot
/ Produce and edit motion graphic and stock footage-driven corporate videos
/ Develop, produce, shoot and edit YouTube programming
/ Launched YouTube channel and continually grow audience and engagement through original monthly content
/ Consistently exceed client expectations on content, budget and timing
Multimedia Studio Manager / Patterson Companies, St Paul, MN / 2015-2018
/ Managed and developed a team of video producers, animators, photographers and image specialists
/ Produced, shot and edited promotional, trade show, corporate communication, product and customer profile pieces
/ Vetted and hired vendors and freelance resources as demand warranted
/ Collaborated on establishing creative direction for video/photographic content and managed all aspects of production
/ Established timelines to run multiple projects simultaneously
/ Produced atypically formatted projects, ranging from digital conference signage to marquees in Times Square
/ Developed workflow processes and server organizational structure
/ Managed budgets, ordered and maintained equipment, studio and servers
Education
Communication Certificate / University of Minnesota
BS in Speech Communication, Mass Communication emphasis / University of Wisconsin, River Falls
Film and Video Production Studies / Montana State University
Additional Past Experience
Photography Internship / The White House, Washington DC
DJ Coordinator, Ice Radio / McMurdo Station, Antarctica
Production Volunteer / Superior Hiking Trail Association, Two Harbors, MN
Video Production Volunteer / Minnesota Public Radio, St Paul, MN
Volunteer Youth Cycling Commissioner / Valley Athletic Association, Stillwater, MN
Graphic Design Continuing Education / Minneapolis College of Art and Design, Minneapolis, MN