David E. Humble
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
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Certification
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47
years of professional experience
Work History
Wedding chapel minister
Millenium Ministries International
Osaka-shi, Japan
08.2010 - 07.2026
- Officiated wedding ceremonies at hotels and chapels across Japan, creating memorable experiences for couples on their special day. Facilitated pre-marital counseling seminars for engaged couples, enhancing relationship readiness and commitment prior to marriage.
- 16 yrs 3 mos
Production Assistant
Pacific Broadcasting Association
Chiyoda-ku, Japan
08.2018 - 05.2026
- Edited weekly program video, customizing each program for local station distribution.
- Copied broadcast tapes for delivery to PBA-contracted TV stations.
- Created and labeled DVDs containing broadcast programming content.
- Digitized broadcast content for storage and retrieval.
- Provided technical support during live broadcasts and recordings.
- Assisted in post-production tasks, including editing support and material organization.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Operated production equipment under supervision to maintain performance.
Free-lance video editor
BJapan
Nerimu-ku, Japan
05.2016 - 07.2018
- Edited video for satellite TV broadcast in Japan using Avid Media Composer software, enhancing daily 30-minute program for New Creation Church, featuring Pastor Joseph Prince, by integrating Japanese voice-over audio, subtitles, and on-screen graphics.
- 2 yrs 3 mos
English Conversation Teacher
Ark English Village
Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
06.2012 - 04.2016
- Focused on transforming Japanese English students into bilingual speakers of English. Implemented popular GrapeSEED curriculum to provide an immersive English learning environment for children.
- 3 yrs 11 mos
- Taught English conversation classes across Ark English Village classroom settings.
- Prepared lesson plans for daily speaking practice and role-play activities.
- Guided students through pronunciation drills and natural dialogue practice.
Broadcast Operations Assistant
Harvest Time Ministries
Susono-shi, Japan
06.1996 - 03.2010
- Duties include Enhanced video quality through precise camera adjustments, resulting in improved viewer satisfaction, Edited video footage for clarity and engagement, increasing audience retention, Duplicated tapes accurately for distribution, Wrote scripts for video production projects and developed websites, improving user experience and accessibility.
- 13 years 10 months
Website Developer
Harvest Time Ministries
06.1996 - 03.2010
- Designed and maintained English and Japanese sections of the company website, creating video resources for enhanced online engagement.
- Managed website layouts for announcements, donation links, and volunteer forms.
- Updated Harvest Time Ministries content using CMS tools and approved copy.
- 13 years 10 months
Conforming Editor
FamilyNet
Fort Worth, TX
05.1991 - 05.1996
- Edited family-focused video content for FamilyNet broadcast and digital platforms.
- Reviewed scripts for clarity, tone, and alignment with FamilyNet programming standards.
- Conformed program tapes from producers for network broadcast, wrote scripts, edited "pi" spots and network promos, duplicated tapes.
- Developed expertise over five years and one month in video content creation and editing.
Broadcast Operations Specialist
Radio-TV Commission of the SBC (now a part of the North American Missions Board, SBC)
Fort Worth, TX
06.1990 - 05.1996
- Operated studio cameras, mixed on-air audio, managed still store, directed technical operations, coordinated floor direction, handled videotape operations, and executed camera shading.
- 6 yrs
Associate Pastor, Sunday School Teacher, Worship Leader
First Japanese Baptist Church
Fort Worth, TX
01.1987 - 05.1996
- Utilized skills in teaching Bible classes in English and Japanese, prepared Japanese-language curriculum materials, preached occasionally in Japanese, led worship music, and performed weekly simultaneous translations of sermons into English. Oversaw two church committees and managed the budget for weekly airing of Japanese-language broadcast on local cable television.
- 9 yrs 5 mos
Free-lance Editor/Associate Producer
Houston Japanese TV Ministry
Fort Worth, TX
04.1993 - 09.1995
- Edited content, designed graphics, produced commercial spots, and planned air schedules for Satellite Japan, a Japanese-language magazine-style program airing weekly on FamilyNet since November 1993, generating over $10,000 in equipment usage income for FamilyNet.
- 2 yrs 6 mos
- Edited Houston Japanese TV Ministry video segments for broadcast clarity.
- Reviewed Japanese and English scripts for ministry message accuracy.
- Tracked footage, audio, and captions during program preparation.
Qualified Master Control Center operator
FamilyNet
06.1990 - 05.1991
- Executed on-air switching in Network Operations Center, assembled spot reels, recorded satellite downlinks, and maintained equipment for optimal operation.
- Monitored FamilyNet control center alarms, feeds, and communication channels.
- Logged incidents and dispatch notes in FamilyNet tracking systems.
- Completed one year of service in a professional capacity.
Audio/Visual Specialist
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Fort Worth, TX
08.1987 - 05.1990
- Set up audio, video, and lighting systems for chapel services and campus events.
- Troubleshot microphones, speakers, projectors, and displays during live presentations.
- Executed advanced TV production for classes, operated cameras for official school productions, and managed production for SWBTS Video Resume Service for four semesters.
- 2 yrs 10 mos
Missionary and Teacher
Sendai Baptist Church
Sendai-shi, Japan
08.1982 - 05.1986
- Taught English conversation and Bible classes to diverse age groups, impacting approximately 100 students during program development. Between both the church and the college campus, I worked with approximately 100 students at the height of our program development. Conducted discipleship training classes in Japanese, translated materials, developed a prayer ministry, and led congregational music as worship leader.
- 3 yrs 10 mos
- Taught Bible lessons for Sendai Baptist Church members and seekers.
- Facilitated prayer meetings for church members and worship gatherings across church ministries.
- Conducted home visits to share faith with community families.
Missionary Journeyman
International Mission Board
Nagasaki-shi, Japan
08.1979 - 06.1981
- Conducted discipleship lessons for new believers to strengthen their faith and partner with and local church partners
- Taught conversational English to diverse age groups, published a monthly English-language newspaper to enhance community engagement, and led music in bilingual worship services to foster inclusivity.
- 1 yr 11 mos
Education
Master of Divinity - Communications (Theology Track)
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Fort Worth, TX05-1990
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism & Commercial Art
Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia, AR05-1976
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Southern Bapt. College (now Williams Bapt. Univ.)
Walnut Ridge, AR05-1973
High School Diploma -
Walnut Ridge High School
Arkadelphia, AR05-1971
Skills
- Audio editing
- Video editing
- Avid Media Composer
- Broadcast operations
- Cross cultural communication
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Project Support
- Camera operation assistance
- Communication skills
- Production support
- Production workflow
- Production preparation
- Editing software expertise
Languages
English, Japanese
Certification
- FCC Radio-TV Operators License
Timeline
Production Assistant
Pacific Broadcasting Association
08.2018 - 05.2026
Free-lance video editor
BJapan
05.2016 - 07.2018
English Conversation Teacher
Ark English Village
06.2012 - 04.2016
Wedding chapel minister
Millenium Ministries International
08.2010 - 07.2026
Broadcast Operations Assistant
Harvest Time Ministries
06.1996 - 03.2010
Website Developer
Harvest Time Ministries
06.1996 - 03.2010
Free-lance Editor/Associate Producer
Houston Japanese TV Ministry
04.1993 - 09.1995
Conforming Editor
FamilyNet
05.1991 - 05.1996
Broadcast Operations Specialist
Radio-TV Commission of the SBC (now a part of the North American Missions Board, SBC)
06.1990 - 05.1996
Qualified Master Control Center operator
FamilyNet
06.1990 - 05.1991
Audio/Visual Specialist
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
08.1987 - 05.1990
Associate Pastor, Sunday School Teacher, Worship Leader
First Japanese Baptist Church
01.1987 - 05.1996
Missionary and Teacher
Sendai Baptist Church
08.1982 - 05.1986
Missionary Journeyman
International Mission Board
08.1979 - 06.1981
Master of Divinity - Communications (Theology Track)
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism & Commercial Art
Ouachita Baptist University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Southern Bapt. College (now Williams Bapt. Univ.)
High School Diploma -
Walnut Ridge High School