Video Production

Since a very young age I have had an interest in film and photography. As a child I would always put images together and snap shots of various scenes. These days I not only film thoroughout the community, but I also take pictures of and video different events. In addition to community work and activism, this is a true passion of mine, and I would like to advance my skills. Getting a job in the field of video production would be ideal for me. In January I applied for a part-time production assistant position with KLFY-TV 10 (local station), however the position had been filled before the human resources department received my resume. Well, today it was brought to my attention that the position has been reopened. I have resubmitted my information and will hopefully get an interview soon.

I will not let the fact that I lack "standard education" or have a felonious record prevent me from pursuing this opportunity. Before I ever engaged in any negative activities that led to incarceration and a criminal record, I had hobbies, interests and dreams, and they related to photography and film production. Now that I'm on the other side of the drama and deviant behavior, I still have this same interest. Only now I am more able and have more of a stable mindset to pursue it.

As referenced above, I do have a resume which is as follows:


OBJECTIVE
To secure a position with a local television station in order to advance my skills in video production.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Hands on experience in armature video recording, photography, and editing. Thorough background in group leadership and communication of ideas, techniques, and plans of action. Possess drive, ambition, and vision necessary to be successful at any given responsibility.
SKILLS
Technology
Extensive experience in the operation of video recorder and handling of footage
Ability to quickly and efficiently pick up technological procedures and techniques as they are explained or made aware to me
Understanding of the importance of proper on-camera awareness and readiness
Communication
Extensive background in working with individuals in an effort to reach a certain goal
Able to effectively listen to concerns and feedback from others and determine relevant solutions or responses
Possession of superb listening and speaking skills that are useful in communicative
environments
Organizational
Possess ability to effectively organize tasks so they are conducive to smooth operation of environment
Knowledgeable of multi-tasking techniques suitable to a given situation
Formal training in formation that is easily translatable to a variety of circumstances
COMMUNITY AND VOLUNTEERING
NAACP -Videographer and Secretary, January 2010-Present
Responsible for video and photographic documentation of meetings and community events; perform general duties necessary for progression of the organization’s mission and purpose.
Acadiana Open Channel-Studio Volunteer, August 2007-Present
Occasionally assist in organization and dismantling of sets for station programs
WORK EXPERIENCE
Umoja Books and Products--Independent Sales Representative
2009-Present
Bateman Food and Nutrition--Cook, Product Preparation, and Delivery Driver
2007-2008
Daily Advertiser--Packaging Supervisor
2000-2001
Coach USA--Diesel Mechanic
1998-1999
EDUCATION
Basic mathematical, English, reading, and advanced comprehension skills
References are available upon request.



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