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David Schwab

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Dedicated videographer exhibiting passion for the art and science of visual storytelling processes. Seasoned professional at using a variety of video cameras, editing software, scriptwriting and composition to capture meaningful results.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Photojournalist/Editor

CBS News WCCO-TV
Minneapolis, MN
12.2016 - Current
  • Works with news department to gather high quality video and interviews for daily newscasts.
  • Responsible for editing video and audio segments for various news programs.
  • Ongoing learning of changing news operations and editing software staying up to date on current trends.

Photojournalist/Editor

Waterman Broadcasting - NBC-2 & ABC-7
Fort Myers, FL
05.2015 - 11.2016
  • Worked with reporters and news department gathering video and illustrating news content for day to day news programs in Southwest Florida.
  • Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.

Multimedia Journalist

Forum Communications WDAZ & WDAY TV
Grand Forks , North Dakota
01.2006 - 11.2014
  • Wrote news stories, developed leads and constructed headlines.
  • Used video and digital photography to illustrate daily news stories.
  • Performed on camera live shots and narrated news packages meeting all deadlines.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud, MN
09.2014

High School Diploma -

Crookston Central High School
Crookston, MN
05.1986

Skills

  • Proficiency in Final Cut, Adobe Premiere, Edius editing software programs
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in video pre- and post production, scriptwriting, narration and soundtracks beds
  • Strict attention to all project priorities and deadlines

Timeline

Photojournalist/Editor

CBS News WCCO-TV
12.2016 - Current

Photojournalist/Editor

Waterman Broadcasting - NBC-2 & ABC-7
05.2015 - 11.2016

Multimedia Journalist

Forum Communications WDAZ & WDAY TV
01.2006 - 11.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications

St. Cloud State University

High School Diploma -

Crookston Central High School
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