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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Awards
Hobbies and Interests
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Chris Whalen

Chris Whalen

Parker,CO

Summary

Emmy award-winning Supervising Editor and Photographer with over 15 years of expertise in television, adept at crafting high-quality stories. Highly motivated, creative, and versatile professional with exceptional interpersonal skills. Accomplished and innovative leader passionate about creating end-to-end projects. Proficient in managing teams and projects, coordinating with diverse groups, and communicating effectively.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervising Editor and Photographer

FOX 31 & KWGN
01.2003 - Current
  • Edit, write, and shoot video for FOX and Channel 2 newscasts for television and web.
  • Supervise and lead 5 editors with administrative duties.
  • Collaborate with the Art Director to develop news graphics.
  • Deliver in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.
  • Responsible team player willing to work extra hours and roles.
  • Manage technology for morning LIVE newscasts.
  • Create video content for web streams, live events, and various platforms.
  • Led and managed multiple projects from conceptual stage through to launch.

Graphic Designer, Marketing and Editor

ENTREPRENEUR
01.2000 - 01.2010
  • Developed new design themes for marketing and entertainment across print, web, and video.
  • Handled total client needs, including rebranding Cherry Creek Elementary School's image.
  • Created multiple videos from storyboarding to final production.
  • Collaborated with teams to market companies effectively.
  • Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts Multimedia -

UNIVERSITY COLORADO AT DENVER
Denver, CO

EMT -Basic -

Community College of Aurora EMS Program
Aurora, CO
2008

Skills

  • Editing (short and long form)
  • Videographer
  • Project Management
  • Digital management
  • Motion graphics
  • Social media formatting
  • Writing
  • Technical trouble shooting
  • Producing
  • Avid/Final Cut
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Digital video and still cameras
  • Audio equipment
  • Microsoft Office
  • Live stream software
  • Webcast
  • MAC/PC OS
  • Many more
  • Sound Editing
  • Managing Media
  • Keen Eye for Detail
  • Time management

Accomplishments

    Heartland Emmy Award: 2013 (Editor), 2021 (Photographer)

Awards

Heartland Emmy Award Arts/Entertainment Program Special Multiple Emmy Nominations NPPA AWARDS

Hobbies and Interests

  • Coaching baseball and track
  • Golf
  • Skiing
  • Photography
  • Hiking the highest places in Colorado
  • Volunteer work

Hobbies

Coaching baseball and track, golf, skiing, photography, hiking Colorado's highest places, and volunteer work.

Timeline

Supervising Editor and Photographer

FOX 31 & KWGN
01.2003 - Current

Graphic Designer, Marketing and Editor

ENTREPRENEUR
01.2000 - 01.2010

Bachelor of Fine Arts Multimedia -

UNIVERSITY COLORADO AT DENVER

EMT -Basic -

Community College of Aurora EMS Program

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