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Curtis Bottoms

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Dynamic photographer and editor with extensive experience in TV news, adept at producing compelling visual stories. Proficient in Adobe Premiere and skilled in multi-camera setups, I excel in fast-paced environments. Recognized for coordinating live coverage and delivering high-quality content, I combine technical expertise with strong collaboration skills to enhance storytelling.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Freelance Editor

5D Vision LLC
08.2024 - Current

Photographer/Editor

WJXT (Graham Media)
04.2021 - 12.2023

-Produced, filmed, and edited daily stories for on-air and web

-Coordinated production coverage for special events (debates, election coverage, etc)

-Collabored with on-air talent to produce and execute daily live shots to supplement our stories

-Experienced with multiple camera systems, live feed equipment, editing software, and lighting

Chief Photographer

KMIZ (News Press & Gazette)
11.2018 - 03.2021

-Maintained our inventory of camera and audio equipment alongside our engineers

-Worked closely with our sports team to shoot and edit highlights for University of Missouri athletics and high school football, basketball, and soccer

-Coordinated live streams of the daily Missouri Capitol press briefings by Gov. Mike Parson during the COVID-19 pandemic

-Gathered interviews and necessary video for all special projects

Photojournalist

KMIZ
01.2016 - 10.2018

-Worked closely with producers and reporters to cover breaking news throughout Mid-Missouri

-Gathered supplemental content (photo galleries, interviews) for our web team to enhance our digital product

-Filmed and edited highlight packages for local football, basketball, baseball, softball, and gymnastics events

Education

University of Missouri

Skills

  • Licensed Drone Pilot (Part 107 certified)
  • Proficient in both Adobe Premiere and Edius editing softwares
  • Photo editing in Adobe Lightroom
  • Experienced with Sony, JVC, Canon, and Nikon camera systems and lenses
  • Professional lighting techniques and equipment
  • Wired and wireless audio systems
  • Multi-camera shooting and editing
  • On-site sports shooting and coverage (Stanley Cup Finals, MLB Playoffs, NFL Playoffs)
  • "Run-and-gun" documentary-style filmmaking and editing
  • Graphics production in both Premiere, Edius, and After Effects

Certification

Part 107 Drone FAA

Timeline

Freelance Editor

5D Vision LLC
08.2024 - Current

Photographer/Editor

WJXT (Graham Media)
04.2021 - 12.2023

Chief Photographer

KMIZ (News Press & Gazette)
11.2018 - 03.2021

Photojournalist

KMIZ
01.2016 - 10.2018

University of Missouri

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