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Digital Genius

@digitalgenius

Senior creative and post-production lead with 15 years of experience.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I seek a collaborative environment that values creativity and innovation, offering opportunities for growth and impactful storytelling.

As a seasoned producer and creative leader, I have over 15 years of experience in managing complex media projects and driving technical innovation across various digital platforms. My expertise lies in merging artistic vision with technical proficiency, allowing me to deliver impactful visual narratives that engage and inspire audiences. I am passionate about elevating creative outputs and optimizing production cycles through strategic project management.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led diverse teams and collaborated with international partners to enhance brand consistency and audience engagement. My major projects include producing content for Discovery and editing award-winning features, showcasing my ability to create compelling media that resonates with viewers. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my skills in digital media production, visual storytelling, and team leadership to drive successful outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Producer

Nexstar Media Group

Oct 2022 - Present (2 years 10 months)

Spearheaded technical enhancements and content upgrades across websites for Antenna TV and Rewind TV, leading to improved user interface and content relevance, increasing viewer retention rates. Identified and eliminated redundant expenditures on underutilized resources by conducting an in-depth audit of backend operations, yielding substantial reduction in annual website costs and amplifying over

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Mastering Technician

Premiere Digital Services

Nov 2018 - Present (6 years 9 months)

Guaranteed high-quality media deliverables by conducting repairs, formatting closed captioning files, and restoring video and audio files to meet broadcasting standards, raising technical quality and accessibility of broadcast content. Streamlined asset management and maintained visual consistency across platforms by managing archiving of source and deliverable files, and creating tailored artwork

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Matterport Operator | HDR Photographer | Drone Operator

VFX Media Group

May 2018 - Present (7 years 3 months)

Honed the art of capturing immersive 360° virtual tour footage, employing bracketing exposure and HDR image merging techniques to produce visually stunning and high-resolution outputs that increased viewer engagement. Redefined traditional media perspectives by executing principal drone photography and video shoots, leveraging aerial technology to create engaging visual content that raised viewer

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Broadcast Finishing Editor

Roundabout Entertainment

Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 7 months)

Prepared broadcast-ready content from tape and digital sources, utilizing capabilities of Final Cut Pro for UHD and 4K video finishing, leading to production of superior-quality outputs that adhered to broadcasting standards and exceeded client expectations. Optimized encoding processes and customized file deliveries to meet unique specifications of high-profile clients like Disney, Netflix, and A

PM

QC | Editor | Encoder

Penthouse Media

Jan 2011 - Present (14 years 7 months)

Upgraded project quality and operational efficiency by initiating and enforcing 2D/3D quality control and editing protocols—refined production workflows and reduced project completion times, setting new standards of excellence. Bolstered team performance by conducting comprehensive training programs on latest standards/practices, employing skills in Microsoft Suite and internet research to optimiz

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Director of Photography | Editor | Producer

Elan Entertainment

Jan 2011 - Present (14 years 7 months)

Directed principal photography for the reality series King On 34th Street, supervising a diverse studio crew including camera operators, teleprompter specialists, and audio technicians to maintain high production standards. Played a key role in developing narrative structure of the series, coordinating dynamic location shoots and leading creative brainstorming sessions that enriched storytelling d

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Producer

3DSite

Jan 2009 - Present (16 years 7 months)

Coordinated international trip for a team to Dubai for the Horse Fair, handling travel arrangements, accommodations, and scheduling to foster seamless logistics and optimal team readiness, yielding productive client interactions and project execution. Resolved a critical equipment failure by leveraging technical expertise to repair a high-value PC in a resource-limited setting, sourcing necessary

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Freelance Editor and Cameraman

DECA

Sep 2008 - Present (16 years 11 months)

Planned and executed videography for scripted episodic lifestyle videos, overseeing studio setups and managing crew deployments, including camera operators and audio technicians, to guarantee smooth production flows and high-quality online distribution. Upgraded quality and appeal of editing projects by applying detailed oversight and innovative editing techniques, promoting viewer engagement and

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Producer | Content Creator | Owner

Digital Genius LA LLC

Jun 2008 - Present (17 years 2 months)

Mastered visual content creation by handling post-production practices for editing features and web shorts and executing real estate, portrait, and aerial photography, culminating in a portfolio of visually compelling outputs that elevated brand narratives and audience engagement. Freelanced under a DBA until creating the LLC in 2020.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Digital Film-making and Video Production

Focused on the art and science of digital filmmaking and video production. Gained expertise in various aspects of film and video creation.

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The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg

Associate of Arts, Animation and Interactive Media

Studied the principles and techniques of animation and interactive media. Developed skills in creating engaging digital experiences.

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