Premiere Pro
Cesar Valdes
Video Creator
Dallas,TX
Summary
Devoted professional with 7+ years of combined experience as a Director, Director of Photography, Editor, Motion Graphics Artist and Designer. As such, I have worked in hundreds of projects. Skilled in all stages of video production with a strong creative vision, leadership and passion for everything visual.
Overview
3
3
Languages
5
5
years of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Content Creator
Cesarvaldes.com
Dallas, TX
05.2014 - Current
- One man video production company.
- Planned, shot and edited over 300+ projects including; commercials, ads, music videos, portraits, events, graphic design and motion graphic animations
Video Creative
Jesse Scofield Productions
Farmers Branch, TX
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Oversaw post-production activities by performing editing, color corrections and motion graphic design, guaranteeing high production value.
- Hands on video shooter, made decision on lens choices, lighting and directing of subjects from pre production, production and post-production on an agency level environment.
- Played key role in facilitating projects and contributing to every stage of film and video production.
- Participated in creative meetings to assist in developing ideas and defining project deadlines.
- Developed and managed projects from concept to completion, including storyboards, principal photography, post-production editing and final delivery formats.
- Analyzed screenplay, characters and story structure to decide on visual approach as a director of photography.
Video Specialist
Signet Jewelers
Dallas, TX
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Demonstrated ability to understand director's artistic vision and maintain alignment with vision throughout editing process.
- Liaised with key industry leaders and developers to produce innovative lifestyle videos for Zales, Piercing Pagoda, Kay, Jarret, and Peoples Jewelers.
Lead Video Shooter
Sofar Sounds
Dallas, TX
05.2015 - 02.2020
- Recorded and edited live music performances around the DFW area.
- Set up cameras, lighting and managed a second shooter for each session.
- Delivered final videos to artists.
Video Producer
Victory Family Church
Decatur, TX
05.2014 - 05.2017
- Managed capture and editing of video footage to monitor consistency.
- Liaised between departments to create and execute elements for programming.
- Oversaw and managed video production needs for diverse audiences on behalf of direct advertisers and programmatic buyers.
- Delivered branded content across film, broadcasting and advertising segments.
Education
Master of Arts - Design And Visual Communications
Art Institute Of Dallas
Dallas, TX 08.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production
University Of North Texas
Denton, TX 02.2014 - 05.2017
Skills
Creative Cloud proficiency
Lighting
Video Editing
Storyboarding
Cinematography
Motion Graphics
Photography
Directing
Software
After Effects
Photoshop
Audition
Lightroom
Illustrator
Timeline
Video Creative
Jesse Scofield Productions
05.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Arts - Design And Visual Communications
Art Institute Of Dallas
08.2018 - 05.2020
Video Specialist
Signet Jewelers
05.2018 - 05.2019
Lead Video Shooter
Sofar Sounds
05.2015 - 02.2020
Freelance Content Creator
Cesarvaldes.com
05.2014 - Current
Video Producer
Victory Family Church
05.2014 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production
University Of North Texas
02.2014 - 05.2017