Daniel Root
Northborough,MA
Summary
Talented and hardworking creative that specializes in directing, cinematography, editing and coloring. Excels in adaptability, collaboration, and time management ensuring seamless integration of vision with technical requirements for every project.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Brand Scaler
Freelancer
Northorough, MA
06.2024 - Current
- Scaled multiple clothing brands by two hundred percent over a four-month period using paid Meta Ads.
- Managed programs and communication with several clients simultaneously.
- Acquired new clients with focused cold outreach
Vice President of Communications
Sigma Phi Epsilon CT-A
Storrs, CT
12.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the upkeep of the chapter's professional image.
- Created social media posts using Adobe Photoshop to keep current members and alumni informed on the activities, awards, and events of the chapter.
- Composed footage and edited the semi-annual fall and spring rush videos, which are a crucial part of the fraternity recruitment process.
- Managed the booking and composing the annual composite photo.
Editor
Freelancer
Northborough, MA
02.2022 - Current
- Created, directed, and edited a thirty-minute documentary showcasing the entire season of a high school lacrosse team.
- Composed and edited a short documentary about a local artist.
- Researched and edited YouTube videos for clients, with subjects such as sports, music, and pop culture.
Photographer & Videographer
Freelancer
Massachusetts
11.2019 - Current
- Styled and photographed fitness personnel for clothing shoots at various locations around Massachusetts.
- Edited and delivered photographs, which were featured on a fitness company website.
- Filmed multiple high school sports teams and produced videos for their social media pages.
Assistant Video Producer
Czech TV
South Moravia, Czechia
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Orchestrated and edited informational reels of local news stories that appeared on social media sites.
- Provided on-set support, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring smooth production workflow of weekly projects.
- Engaged in client and team communications to ensure project goals and deadlines were met.
Assistant Video Producer
Brno Expat Centre
South Moravia, Czechia
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Composed informational reels on local news segments which aired on English livestream of Czech TV.
- Supported all phases of video production, including pre-production planning, filming, editing, and post-production tasks.
- Managed logistics, such as equipment setup, location scouting, scheduling, and coordinating with talent and crew.
- Ensured video quality by reviewing footage, monitoring continuity, and adhering to project timelines.
Content Creator Internship
UConn Baseball
Storrs, CT
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Filmed practices and games to compile footage for social media accounts.
Education
BFA - Film and Video Production
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05.2026
Skills
- Photo editing
- Video editing
- Filmmaking
- Cinematography
- Color grading
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Public speaking
Software
- Davinci Resolve
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Microsoft Office
Affiliations
- Member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church & Youth Group; frequent lector and attended various mission trips
- Member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity
- UConn School of Digital Media and Design Talent Award Winner
Projects
- Director, Producer, Editor | Kightek: An Artistic Journey
- Director, Producer, Editor | Family: The Story of the 2022 Algonquin Tomahawks
Timeline
Brand Scaler
Freelancer
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Video Producer
Czech TV
06.2024 - 08.2024
Assistant Video Producer
Brno Expat Centre
06.2024 - 08.2024
Vice President of Communications
Sigma Phi Epsilon CT-A
12.2023 - Current
Content Creator Internship
UConn Baseball
09.2023 - 01.2024
Editor
Freelancer
02.2022 - Current
Photographer & Videographer
Freelancer
11.2019 - Current
BFA - Film and Video Production
University of Connecticut