Adobe Premiere Pro
David Arakawa
Aiea,HI
Summary
Skilled Videographer with 8+ years of experience. Sets up and operates equipment and edits final videos. Well-Organized with disciplined approach and good time management skills. Enthusiastic about developing stories and capturing the essence of Hawaii's communities through media.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Video Content Creator
University of Hawaii Athletics Department
8 2018 - 3 2022
- Filmed and edited Hawaii Football Game Recap Videos which combined elements such as radio broadcast and sideline footage to help create compelling stories for viewers on social media platforms
- Created Starting Lineup graphics for Hawaii Football and Volleyball programs
- Edited weekly podcast shows for various social media platforms
Floor Supervisor
Starbucks
06.2021 - 08.2024
- Led and organized a team of dedicated baristas, ensuring top customer service and floor efficiency during high volume shifts
- Managed inventory control, placed orders and maintained stock to ensure store demand was always met
- Trained and empowered new employees in customer service, store operating procedures, and inventory management
Wedding Videographer & Editor
Isle Media
02.2016 - 06.2018
- Filmed and edited over 100 weddings, delivering high-quality video content that captured the emotions and celebration of clients' wedding days
- Developed training programs to onboard and mentor new editors, helping them adapt to Final Cut Pro and to company editing styles
Owner & Lead Videographer
Blueming Films
08.2023 - Current
- Founded and operated a videography business, managing all aspects of production from client consultation to final delivery
- Handled client relations, booking, budgeting, and project management to ensure seamless operations and ensure client satisfaction
Volunteer Videographer
Hawaii United Okinawa Association
2 2024 - Current
- Filmed and Edited interview based projects that highlighted 2024 Legacy Award Honorees
- Filmed and Edited a documentary-style film to capture the spirit of Okinawan culture here in Hawaii
- Directed and filmed interviews with key members of the community to showcase the personal dedication that volunteers yearly pour into this event
- Created short form content to bring visibility and engagement to various sponsors of the Okinawan Festival
Skills
Video Editing
Motion Graphics
Visual storytelling
Social Media Content
Drone Videography
Client Consultations
Inventory Management
Websites
Software
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Photoshop
Final Cut Pro
Davinci Resolve
Adobe Lightroom
Timeline
Owner & Lead Videographer
Blueming Films
08.2023 - Current
Floor Supervisor
Starbucks
06.2021 - 08.2024
Wedding Videographer & Editor
Isle Media
02.2016 - 06.2018
Video Content Creator
University of Hawaii Athletics Department
8 2018 - 3 2022
Volunteer Videographer
Hawaii United Okinawa Association
2 2024 - Current
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