Resume

Career Objective

Published photographer / multimedia specialist with strong ties to community and education looking to gain valuable experience through long-term employment with a leading industry company.

Experience

  • Creative Director      2010 – Present
    • www.AtlantaGotSole.com, Atlanta, Georgia
      • Photo and video coverage of various pop culture, fashion, and music related events and interviews in and relating to Atlanta, Georgia. Responsibilities also include graphic design, 3D animation and modeling, SEO, web design and site maintenance.
  • Chief Videographer / Designer (Atlanta)      2011 – Present
    • New Age Rock Stars Records, Atlanta, Georgia
      • Photograph and record footage of various publicity events, concerts, studio sessions, etc. for N.A.R.S. artists Wyld Money, Kevin Cossom, Cali Stylz, and Super Producer Nate “Danja” Hills.
      • Website design and maintenance, logo and promotional material design, video editing, marketing plan development, music video conceptualization and production.
  • Webmaster      2010 – 2011
    • Hampton High School, Hampton, Virginia
      • Design and maintain the school’s website under the umbrella of Hampton City School System’s server administrators.
  • Graduate Professor Assistant (Digital Photography)      2010
    • Norfolk State University, Norfolk, Virginia
      • Created lesson plans and video tutorials pertaining to the principles, equipment, and execution of digital photography. Videos took on typical problems and questions facing new to moderately experienced photographers.
      •  Held one on one tutoring sessions and classroom discussions on digital image processing, editing and manipulation including Adobe Photoshop, Bridge, and Lightroom as well as Aperture.
  • Multimedia Specialist      2009 – 2010
    • Norfolk State University, Norfolk, Virginia
      • Photo and video coverage of University sports and media events including: competitions, awards ceremonies & press conferences and media events with the school and community for the University’s online presence and various print outlets. 
      • Created multimedia presentations for various events held by and for the school.
  • Camera Repair Technician      2009
    • Canon Virginia, Inc., Newport News, Virginia
      • Diagnosed and corrected problems with Canon digital SLR cameras, lenses and accessories utilizing diagnostic software, equipment and technology. 
      • Determined cost effectiveness of repairs, maintained computer system logs and performed regular computer maintenance operations while performing major and minor manual repairs on refurbished and customer owned equipment using both common and company specific tools and technology.
  • Freelance Photographer      2008 – 2010
    • The Virginian Pilot and Inside Business, Norfolk/Virginia Beach, Virginia
      • Photographed newsworthy events, followed assigned reporters to complete articles, and edited, labeled and catalogued images for assigned stories/articles.
      • Utilized new and current multimedia technologies to capture, catalogue, present, distribute and archive content via print and electronic mediums. Planned, coordinated and conducted interviews, photo sets and video tapings for publication using multiple multimedia devices and peripherals. 
      • Created multimedia content including photos, slideshows, and video presentations for the publication’s online presence.
  • Multimedia and Sports Editor      2006 – 2010
    • Norfolk State University – Spartan Echo, Norfolk, Virginia
      • Established, shot, edited, organized and maintained the multimedia content of the Spartan Echo print newspaper and website.
      • Tasked to write, edit, organize and facilitate the production of the Sports section of the Spartan Echo in AP format.
      • Planned, coordinated and conducted special topic workshops in the use of multimedia technologies for campus Mass Communications organizations.
      • Troubleshot problems with specialized devices, computers, peripheral equipment, and software used for multimedia and publishing purposes.
      • Researched and recommended multimedia systems and equipment for the Spartan Echo.
      • Provided technical support for video and multimedia productions created by staff photographers and writers.
      • Trained staff photographers and writers on how to use the software and equipment used for multimedia. Consulted with faculty and staff and assisted them in the use of new and current technologies for the print and online publication of the Spartan Echo.
  • School Photographer      2006 – 2010
    • Hampton High School, Hampton, Virginia
      • Photo and video coverage of school events including: sports, awards ceremonies, and special events with the school and community for the school’s website and yearbook.
      • Created multimedia presentations for various events held by and for the school


Skills

Software 

Technology

Website design and management, photo manipulation and retouching, photo and video studio set up / lighting, On-spot video production, audio production and editing, graphic design, 3D animation and modeling, web design, search engine optimization, site and server maintenance, computer installation, repair and networking, peripheral maintenance, troubleshooting and repair

Platform


Personal 

Multi-tasking, Mass Organization, Leadership Development, Team Player, Event and Assignment Planning, Target Achievement, Negotiation, Persuasion, Relationship and Team Building, Problem Solving, Cross Generational/Cultural Work, Productivity & Efficiency, Instruction, Public Speaking, Self Starter, Goal Setting

Education

M.A., Media and Communications / Media Management      2010

    • Norfolk State University, Norfolk, Virginia
    • 3.6 Cumulative GPA

B.S., Mass Communications / General Broadcasting      2008

    • Norfolk State University, Norfolk, Virginia
    • 3.27 Cumulative GPA

Activities and Honors

• Best Sports Feature Article (Honorable Mention) – Black College Communication Association. Columbia, SC, 2011. “Minority Report: White Athletes on HBCU Campuses”

• On The Spot Competition Grand Prize Winner- National Broadcasting Society. Anaheim, CA, 2008. “Do’s & Don’ts of Online Dating”

• Honor Society Inductee – Golden Key International Honor Society. Norfolk, VA, 2007. 

• Honor Society Inductee – Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society. Norfolk, VA, 2006. 

• Promotions Chair – National Broadcasting Society (NBS). Norfolk, VA, 2006.

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