Jose Herrera

Performed monthly aerial data capture at construction sites using DJI Mavic 2 Pro and DJI GS Pro for autonomous flight planning. Supported site mapping and progress monitoring by executing precise flight missions and capturing high-resolution geospatial imagery for ongoing projects.

Managed daily broadcast content schedules, ensuring timely playout across major networks and performing quality control of media assets for technical and visual compliance. Operated Grass Valley ITX and Vantage for ingesting, prepping, and troubleshooting video feeds, while also editing and segmenting content using Harris Nexio for various clients.

Coordinated daily playout operations and optimized delivery workflows for various cable networks, ensuring efficient content distribution. Executed spot quality control checks to uphold broadcast standards and maintain metadata accuracy.

Directed and edited a variety of video projects, including short films, music videos, and viral online content, managing the entire production lifecycle from planning to final edit. Utilized HD & 4K video equipment such as Sony HXR-NX100s, Osmo Pocket 3, Canon Vixia HF G70, and DJI Mavic 2 Pro, alongside Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere for post-production.

Conducted comprehensive digital video quality control, authoring detailed pass/fail reports and flagging technical issues for resolution. Managed media compression and delivery via FTP using Filezilla and Adobe Media Encoder, while also designing visual reference guides to streamline client communication.

Directed live studio productions and commercial shoots, ensuring seamless execution and high-quality output. Facilitated a smooth transition during a station ownership change, contributing to improved overall production efficiency.

Studied the fundamentals of cinematography, including film production techniques, camera operation, and visual storytelling. Gained practical experience in various aspects of film and video creation.