Carl Crosby
Director/Producer/Cameraman
Fleming Island,Florida
Summary
Multi-talented Senior Executive is knowledgeable about entertainment, operations, and personnel management. Successful at stepping into diverse positions and making immediate positive contributions. Focused on optimizing operations and motivating employees while establishing market dominance. Innovative and experienced individual with expertise in project management and creative problem-solving. Skilled in project coordination, film crew management and innovative solution development. Committed to creating engaging and meaningful content for viewers.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Vice President
Lion's Club
Orange Park , FL
- Led initiatives for community service and development
- Coordinated events and managed club operations and created promotional videos for the Lions Club locally and internationally.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Clarified roles, responsibilities and expectations of staff.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
CEO
Lion's Club Holding Company
Orange Park , FL
2021.11 - Current
- Overseeing operations and strategic planning for the organization
- Focused on enhancing community engagement and organizational growth.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Updated business processes, products and team makeups to generate more business opportunities and cater to audience needs.
- Analyzed and tracked business metrics and made appropriate adjustments to meet supply and demand needs.
- Coached and guided senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
IATSE-Journeyman Electrician
IATSE local 115 and Local 920
Dallas, Tx and Jacksonville, FL , TX and Fl
1999.01 - Current
- Cameraman, Audio/Visual/Lighting Technician for T.V., Movie, and Stage productions
- Team Leader.
- Read technical drawings, diagrams and project documentation to make accurate decisions about electrical system installations and repair work.
- Adhered to safety protocols, OSHA standards and building codes in installation of systems, operation of equipment, and handling of materials.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and diagrams of project requirements and initiated appropriate electrical installations.
- Trained junior electrical professionals on proper procedures.
- Fabricated custom and replacement parts according to specifications, using hand tools.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
Producer/Director/Technical Productions
Independent Contractor-Entertainment
1976.01 - Current
- Continued involvement in various capacities, including producer, director, writer, cameraman, editor, and A.V./lighting technician
- Produced and directed award-winning films and music videos.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
Producer/Director/Technical Productions
U.S. Air Force - Military Intelligence
1979.05 - 1986.12
- Served as a Journeyman Electrician in a military intelligence role and worked with the Armed Forces Network Europe.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Digital Cinematography Bachelor's Degree - Online -
Full Sail University
12.2023
Associate of Science G.S. - Electronics/Computers -
Joliet Jr. College
06.1991
Bachelor's degree - Business Management -
De Lourdes College
06.1986
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Leadership
- Video Production & Editing
- Event Design & Management
- Software & Hardware Installation
- Media Relations & P.R. Strategy
- Operations Management
- Media Relations
- Business Development
- Process Improvement
- Client Relationship Building
- Financial Management
- Revenue Cycle Management
Certification
- AUTO Cad, Electrical Engineering
- A+ Certification, OSHA certified
- Premiere Pro software, CTS Certification
Volunteer Work Community Involvement
Active in community service, disaster relief efforts, and fundraising events.
Personal Accomplishments
- Award-Winning Filmmaker
- 7th Degree Black Belt in Jujitsu
- Published Author
- Recognized in "Who's Who Top 500 National Managers" five times
References
Available upon request.
Languages
English
Timeline
CEO
Lion's Club Holding Company
2021.11 - Current
IATSE-Journeyman Electrician
IATSE local 115 and Local 920
1999.01 - Current
Producer/Director/Technical Productions
U.S. Air Force - Military Intelligence
1979.05 - 1986.12
Producer/Director/Technical Productions
Independent Contractor-Entertainment
1976.01 - Current
Digital Cinematography Bachelor's Degree - Online -
Full Sail University
Associate of Science G.S. - Electronics/Computers -
Joliet Jr. College
Bachelor's degree - Business Management -
De Lourdes College
- AUTO Cad, Electrical Engineering
- A+ Certification, OSHA certified
- Premiere Pro software, CTS Certification
Vice President
Lion's Club
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