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EDUCATION 

GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY, STATESBORO, GEORGIA
Bachelor of Science in Communication 2013-2017

Emphasis: Multimedia Film & Production

EXPERIENCE

News Photographer, August 2019-Present

Hearst Media Production, Savannah, Georgia

Created content for daily broadcasting segments. Created and maintained rapport with elected officials and local leaders. Conducted insightful interviews to obtain detailed material for stories. Worked with reporters and producers to ensure the best content and facts were gathered. Produced and published content for online platforms. Worked with producers to ensure their creative vision was executed with vivid video and natural sound. Communicated and coordinated incoming video elements from crews in the field. Worked with catalog systems to record and locate necessary video. Researched topics and materials to bring the most accurate information for live updated coverage. 

  • Key Accomplishments:

    • Created a rapport with candidates and community leaders throughout the 2020 Georgia and South Carolina Senate races and 2020 Presidential Election to bring in depth coverage.

    • Worked fast paced while functioning calmly in high pressure situations during the Election Day coverage at the ballot counting station in Atlanta, Georgia 

    • Live coverage of the Georgia Democratic Runoff Election Rally with Madam Vice President Kamala Harris that received over 7k views was streamed on Facebook. 

    • Coverage of the George Floyd and Black Lives Matters protests throughout Southeast Georgia and South Carolina.

    • Lead editor and photographer on the Black History Month program project creating content for every day of the month meeting tight deadlines which increased viewership by 10%

    • Worked with emergency personnel and local leaders for  hurricane season coverage, specifically Hurricane Dorian hitting the coastal Southeast Georgia and South Carolina area to communicate  instructional information to residents. 

Production Assistant, August 2017-Present

Hearst Media Production, Savannah, Georgia

Served as liaison between producers, directors, and the production team on each show in the live control room. Managed communications with writers, members of the public, artists’ agents, and publicity staff. Construction, maintenance, installation, and operation of props, cameras, prompters, sets, and other production equipment. Lighting and script preparation for newscasts. Edited syndicated promos for air. 

  • Key Accomplishments:

    • Coverage of Stacey Abrams coming to Savannah before election during the 2018 Georgia gubernatorial race.

    • Creating social media video content from entertainment events around the Savannah area.

Production Assistant, November 2017

Beach Bite, BSTV Entertainment, Savannah, Georgia

  • Served as liaison between producers, directors and the production team on each show

  • Managed communications with writers, members of the public, artist's agents and publicity staff.

  • Secured confidential documents, agreements and other sensitive information related to show production along with crowd control.

  • Construction, maintenance, installation and operation of props, cameras and other production equipment.

Scenes Photographer, November 2017

South Magazine, Savannah, Georgia 

  • Captured and edited photos during events to tell a story.

  • Published content daily on the South official account.

  • Assisted in media setup and breakdown

Photographer and Videographer, May 2017 - July 2017

Student Story Space, Savannah, Georgia 

  • Photographed campers and special guests throughout the program for marketing purposes.

  • Created documentary style videos about the overview of the program at the end of each week.

  • Taught campers about the film studies and communication skills.

Sports Photographer, May 2017

Sunbelt,Conference Baseball Tournament, Statesboro, Georgia 

  • Captured and edited photos during events to tell a story.

  • Published content daily on the Sunbelt official account.

  • Assisted in media setup and breakdown

Promotions Intern, May 2016-July 2016

Cumulus Media, Chicago,Illino

  • Worked in the promotion and media department.

  • Traveled to events around the Chicago area to promote the company.

  • Served as the on site photographer footage for private performances and events.

  • Videographer for Lollapalooza, interviewing performers and special interest groups.

Assistant Photographer, January 2017- May 2017

Multimedia Development Center, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, Georgia

  • Created content for the production department.

  • Construction, maintenance, installation and operation of props, cameras, prompters, sets and other production equipment.

  • Lighting and script preparation for productions.

  • Maintained professional appearance of studio and sets.

  • Performed as the on site photographer assistant for events.

  • Edited and organized projects.

Production Assistant, January 2017-May 2017

Channel 99@9 News Station, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, Georgia

  • Served as liaison between Producers, Directors and the Production team on each show

  • Managed communications with writers, members of the public, artist's agents and publicity staff.

  • Secured confidential documents, agreements and other sensitive information related to show production.

  • Construction, maintenance, installation and operation of props, cameras, prompters, sets and other production equipment.

  • Lighting and script preparation for newscasts.

  • Edited syndicated promos for air.

  • Video cued during newscasts. Maintained professional appearance of studio and sets.

Photo Editor and Photographer, August 2015-May 2017

Student Media, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, Georgia

  • Pulled photographs for the newspaper, magazine and video channel.

  • Organized with reporters and photographers assignments.

  • Created and managed Instagram account.

  • Moderated meetings weekly to determine content for upcoming publications.

  • Organized promotional and captured events with different departments within the institution.

 

SKILLS

  • Adobe Creative Cloud

  • Final Cut Pro

  • Social Media Management

  • Microsoft Office

CAMERA WORKS

  • Canon T6i,T5i,T3i

  • Blackmagic

  • GoPro Hero4

  • Canon EOS 100

  • Canon EOS 60D

  • Panasonic AG‐AC130

  • Canon EOS 5D Mark II

References available upon request