Motion Graphic Artist and Video Editor for Hire

I am the lead motion graphics artist for a national television show and I also do some editing and audio work. I have a lot of experience using many programs and both Windows, and OSX systems. I am looking for freelance work that I can do either in an office or at home. Please contact me either via email or phone.

Ken.D.Crawford@gmail.com
313.281.8384

Here is the link to the version of my Resume Reel that I have on Youtube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...

upon request I can Mail a copy of my Demo Reel on DVD, Mini DV or Even VHS along with a physical copy of my resume


Kenneth Crawford
Ken.D.Crawford@gmail.com
Houston, TX
313.281.8384

Education:

Bachelor of Education, Television and Digital Media Production - Dec. 2007
Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI
Study Abroad Program in Japan - May 2005- June 2005

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience working with clients and leading a team
• Strong interest in film directing
• Successful experience working independently and in a team-based environment
• Detailed and goal oriented with in-depth knowledge of the whole production
process
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Created, directed, and produced short films
• Experience with Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, Apple Motion 2, DVD Studio Pro, Live
Type,Soundtrack Pro,Adobe After Effects, Lightwave 3D, Adobe Premiere, Avid
• Experience using Sony DV 500, Sony GL-1, Sony Z1U HD, Sony Betacam, and Sony
XDcam HD
• Edited and shot in High Definition
• High interest in editing and compositing

Related Experience:

Production Manager/Director - Aug. 2006- Dec. 2006
Cadillac Technical Career Center, MI
• Directed video shoots
• Edited and Created an opening for each program
• Learned how to work with clients and discerning their needs
• Producing experience
• Developed ability to work under pressure and with deadlines

Studio and Broadcast - Jan. 2006- Dec. 2007
Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI
• Hands-on experience with studio directing, camera, audio, VTR, graphics, and
technical directing
• Produced 30 min live show and created a unique show open
• Produced and/or Edited a different program a week for 15 weeks

Community Public Video - Jan. 2008- May 2008
Community Resources- Cable Channel 8, Livonia, MI
• Producing documentary style videos and PSAs
• Taping City Council and Planning Meetings
• Running camera and Directing live events such as concerts and Sporting events
• Using robotic cameras and Deko 500 character generator.

Freelance Video Editor - April 2008 - May 2008
Lasting Legacy Films, West Bloomfield, MI
• Heavy emphasis on customer service
• Editing various pieces such as, PSA’s, Commercials, and Documentary’s

Lead Motion Graphics Artist - May 2008 - Present
United States Pro Tennis Association, Houston, TX
• Heavy emphasis on Team work, and working with high end clients.
• Editing various Motion Graphics pieces such as, opening to National Show, and in house graphics
• Editing using Avid Media Composer, and Adobe Premiere
• Running camera and grip for big shoots

Activities:

Member, MCA Ferris Chapter - 2006-2007
Vice President, MCA Ferris Chapter - 2007-2008
National Student Advertising Competition: Ferris Chapter - 2007
• Created video intro for Ferris State Universities team for Coca-Cola