Ademir Dos Santos
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
At Telemundo, NBCUniversal, I used my expertise in video journalism, editing and problem-solving skills to streamline the post-production process, and contributed to project success under tight deadlines.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Video Journalist, Editor, and Producer
Telemundo, NBCUniversal
03.1993 - 03.2006
- Achieved diverse visual styles tailored to individual project requirements.
- Streamlined production workflow.
- Adapted quickly to breaking news situations, providing rapid response and real-time updates for audiences.
- Captured captivating footage for planned projects, including live events.
- Safeguarded valuable equipment through meticulous inventory management and proper storage procedures.
- Navigated challenging shooting locations including filming during armed conflicts, undercover in Cuba, and filmed three documentaries in Antarctica.
- Delivered high-quality footage under tight deadlines by efficiently managing time on set and during post-production tasks.
- Assisted in post-production processes to ensure seamless integration of captured footage into final products.
- Edited raw footage in post-production to produce professional videos.
Freelance Cameraman, and Editor
Self-employeed
08.1985 - 04.1993
- Worked for multiple television networks, advertisers, and productions including: ESPN, Univision, Telemundo, MasterCard, and Capital Vision,
- Directed, engineered lighting and sound, filmed, and produced multiple soap operas, and freelance projects.
Cameraman, and Assistant Director
Rede Manchete
01.1983 - 05.1985
- Filmed soap operas, musical productions, sport segments, and documentaries.
- Performed assistant director duties, including rehearsals and performances of the actors.
- Ensured consistent lighting conditions by working closely with lighting technicians and adjusting camera settings accordingly.
- Communicated with talent to achieve desired results.
Camerman
Rede Globo De Televisao
01.1977 - 01.1983
- Filmed soap operas, musical productions, sport and news segments, and documentaries.
- Filmed the 1982 World Cup in Spain.
- Assigned to news coverage in Europe for a year.
Cameraman
Fundacion Casper Libero, TV Gazeta
01.1975 - 01.1977
- Filmed sport segments, live new programs, live variety shows.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Pontifical Catholic University
University Of Rio De Janeiro05.1981
Skills
- Organization and Planning
- Audio Recording Expertise
- Video editing proficiency
- Strong Visual Storytelling
- Multi-camera Coordination
- Advanced Camera Operation
- Steadicam Operation
- Live broadcast experience
- Video Production
- Project Management
- Location Scouting
- Camera maintenance
- Pre-production skills
- Directing experience
- Attention to Detail
- Investigative reporting
- Broadcasting Equipment
- Live Shot Setup
- Color correction knowledge
Accomplishments
- In 1998, awarded in Featured Segments for "El Milagrao De La Nina," awarded in Series Reporting "Pueblos Sin Ninos I," and awarded in Series Reporting "Los Efectos Del Nino En Peru."
- In 1999, awarded in News/Public Affairs Segments/Community Issues for "Ninas Prostitutas," and awarded in the News/Public Affairs Segments/Human Interest for "Las Burriers De La Cocaina."
- In 2000, awarded in News/Public Affairs Segments/Medical/Science/ Environment "Astronauta Por Un Dia."
- Billboard Music Awards
- Latin Billboard Music Awards
- President Clinton's Inauguration coverage
- 1982 World Cup Spain
- Kosovo War
- Hurricane Katrina coverage in New Orleans, LA
- Columbine Shooting coverage
- Filmed interview of Sinaloa Cartel members
Nominated and awarded six Suncoast Regional Emmy Awards, specifically:
Filmed Noted Events:
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
Video Journalist, Editor, and Producer
Telemundo, NBCUniversal
03.1993 - 03.2006
Freelance Cameraman, and Editor
Self-employeed
08.1985 - 04.1993
Cameraman, and Assistant Director
Rede Manchete
01.1983 - 05.1985
Camerman
Rede Globo De Televisao
01.1977 - 01.1983
Cameraman
Fundacion Casper Libero, TV Gazeta
01.1975 - 01.1977
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Pontifical Catholic University
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