Microsoft Word, Excel, Final Cut, Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, StudioBinder, Arc Studio, Celtx, Final Draft, Evercast,
Bryan Wright
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Talented and results-oriented creative professional with experience leading teams, managing budgets and developing strategies to engage target audiences. Proven track record of developing successful and innovative advertising and marketing campaigns that improve brand visibility and increase revenue. Possesses excellent eye for detail and nuanced understanding of brand voice and messaging.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director
Southern Fried Chics
10.2022 - Current
- Created and help develop over 500 Ads and videos of creative content.
- Managed and directed 15 high-end photoshoots.
- Enhanced brand recognition by developing innovative marketing campaigns and visually compelling designs.
- Streamlined creative processes for improved efficiency and team productivity.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality creative assets on time and within budget constraints.
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering tailored design solutions that exceeded expectations.
- Implemented data-driven design strategies, resulting in more effective marketing materials.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and seamless execution.
- Developed comprehensive style guides to maintain brand consistency across all channels.
- Drove innovation by staying current on industry trends and incorporating new ideas into design work.
Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor/Writer
Be Wrighteous Productions LLC
01.2007 - Current
- Developed and created over 100 projects.
- Handle tasks of analyzing communication opportunity and design effective and creative communication medium for clients
- Handle the tasks of creating, editing, and formatting content of video production
- Responsible for video producing, planning, facilitating, executing, and managing video/media production from inception to completion
- Completed projects include weddings, commercials, music videos, special events, documentary-style interviews, corporate events, and short films.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Boosted audience engagement with high-quality content through close collaboration with creative teams.
- Coordinated logistics, schedules, and talent management for smooth production flow and optimal results.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase production efficiency.
- Participated in meetings with producers and production crew to keep program in step with creative vision.
- Evaluated scripts to identify creative strategies and resource needs.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow or interest levels, consistently producing highly successful shows.
- Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members.
- Found appropriate stories and ideas for programming to engage target audiences and hook advertisers.
- Directed live broadcasts, films and recordings or non-broadcast programming for public entertainment or education.
- Optimized web content with SEO strategies to drive traffic and enhance online visibility of publications.
- Led and managed multiple projects from conceptual stage through to launch.
Creative Director/Producer/Cinematographer/Editor
MY Freedom Smokes INC
01.2015 - 05.2021
- Create dynamic brand voice and creative programs for company and client campaigns
- Designed and directed marketing strategies and advertising through videos, graphics, and photos
- Directed and guided graphic designers, photographers, writers, and support personnel
- Manage YouTube media platform; results include an increase of 6,000 views over the course of seven months and 400 new subscribers a week on average
- Write and produce various forms of advertisement airing regularly on three major media platforms.
Creative Director/Cinematographer/Editor
THS National
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Produced, directed and edited over seventy short documentaries, commercials, and corporate videos
- Collaborated with other producers in selecting cinematographer, editor, and other crew members for various projects
- Handled entire film making process from pre-production stages to post production editing
- Build and develop extensive network of contacts for collaboration, fundraising, and talent access
- Design and develop marketing strategies for completed productions, in collaboration with Executive Producer
- Established production budgets, size, and content, including schedules and management protocols
- Handle tasks of analyzing communication opportunity and design effective and creative communication medium for clients.
Education
Diploma in Tele-Production Technology -
York Technical College
Rock Hill, S.C.01.2011
Certificate in A+ - Networking And Security Management
ECPI
Charlotte11.2005
High School Diploma -
Lancaster High School
Lancaster, SC01.1994
Skills
- Strong knowledge in producing Documentary, Corporate, Commercial, Short Films, Web-Videos, Music Videos, and Live Productions
- Comprehensive knowledge of lighting instruments, cameras, microphones, tripods, Glide Cams, and other various equipment
- In-depth knowledge of composition, lens, and execution of digital photography
- Strong organizational, leadership and communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Excellent ability to plan, organize and coordinate media activities and special events
- Location, talent, and casting coordination
- In-depth knowledge in the use of Final Cut Pro 7, Final Cut X, Avid, Imovie, Adobe Premiere Pro, Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Encore, Toast, and Aftereffects
- Perform responsibilities of determining graphics, sound and lighting to produce appropriate shots of persons and objects
- Perform tasks of providing directions in live-action shoots, generating new video concepts and organizing production logistics
- Strategic Communications
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Deadline-Oriented
- Creative Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Storyboard Creation
- Social Media Strategy
- Visual Storytelling
- Content Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising Campaigns
- Video Editing
- SEO Optimization
- Concept Development
Accomplishments
- Dean’s list every semester of program.
- Dean’s Council Member as tele-production program representative.
- Awarded “Best Director” and “Best Student Overall” in the Tele-Production Program.
- Nominated for best visual artist within the Artist Music Guild, 2013 and 2014.
-2023 Awarded "Best Director" and "Best Film" at The Ghoulish Oktoberfest, Columbia SC.
-2017 Awarded "Best Cinematography" and "Best Director" Charlotte 48 Hour Film Festival.
-2014 Awarded 'Best Cinematography" Charlotte 48 Hour Film Festival
-Producer/Cinematographer/Editor, Greater Charlotte Apartment Association, "Get Out and Vote" 2014.
-Associate Produce/Editor, The Artist Music Guild's "The History of Music in the United States" aired on PBS, 2011.
-Producer/Director/Editor, Invisible Man Productions “Fugue”& “Mutiny of One” 48-Hour Film Project, 2013, 2014. -Producer/Director/Editor, Apartment Association of Greater Orlando "Home" 2013.
-Cameraman/Grip/Stage Design/Editor, The Artist Music Guild's "AMG Heritage Awards Ceremony" aired on PBS, 2012, 2013.
-Producer/Cinematographer/Editor, Rain Forest Action Network, "Operation Knock Knock" 2013.
- Cinematographer/Technical Engineer, The Artists Music Guild's Emmy Nominated "Hands of Hope" 2012.
-Cameraman/Editor, The Kid Spot, "Avenue C" aired weekly on local cabal station CN2, 2011.
Notable Projects
- Producer/Cinematographer/Editor, Greater Charlotte Apartment Association, "Get Out and Vote" 2014.
- Associate Produce/Editor, The Artist Music Guild's "The History of Music in the United States" aired on PBS, 2011.
- Producer/Director/Editor, Invisible Man Productions "Fugue"& "Mutiny of One" 48-Hour Film Project, 2013, 2014.
- Producer/Director/Editor, Apartment Association of Greater Orlando "Home" 2013.
- Cameraman/Grip/Stage Design/Editor, The Artist Music Guild's "AMG Heritage Awards Ceremony" aired on PBS, 2012, 2013.
- Producer/Cinematographer/Editor, Rain Forest Action Network, "Operation Knock Knock" 2013.
- Cinematographer/Technical Engineer, The Artists Music Guild's Emmy Nominated "Hands of Hope" 2012.
- Cameraman/Editor, The kid Spot, "Avenue C" aired weekly on local cabal station CN2, 2011.
Qualifications Summary
Highly motivated and talented professional with experience in producing, directing, and editing digital film productions while ensuring the highest quality. Well-versed in coordinating pre-and post-production activities. Excel in managing multiple projects from concept development through execution and delivery while meeting all budget and schedule requirements.
Awards
- Dean's List every Semester of program.
- Dean's Council Member as Tele-Production Program Representative.
- Awarded "Best Director" and "Best Student Overall" in the Tele-Production Program.
- Nominated for Best Visual Artist within the Artist Music Guild, 2013 and 2014.
Software
Timeline
Creative Director
Southern Fried Chics
10.2022 - Current
Creative Director/Producer/Cinematographer/Editor
MY Freedom Smokes INC
01.2015 - 05.2021
Creative Director/Cinematographer/Editor
THS National
01.2012 - 01.2015
Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor/Writer
Be Wrighteous Productions LLC
01.2007 - Current
Diploma in Tele-Production Technology -
York Technical College
Certificate in A+ - Networking And Security Management
ECPI
High School Diploma -
Lancaster High School
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