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David Schwartz, CFI

David Schwartz, CFI

Wooster,OH

Summary

Certified helicopter flight instructor with experience in training students in various helicopter models. Skilled in delivering both practical and theoretical instruction, focusing on safety and regulatory compliance. Strong communicator dedicated to fostering a positive and effective learning environment.


583- Total Time

537- Helicopter Time

46- Fixed Wing Time

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Hiring and Recruiting Manager

Christian Children's Home of Ohio
06.2023 - Current
  • Reduced employee turnover rate by developing comprehensive onboarding programs for new hires.
  • Developed comprehensive reporting systems to track recruitment metrics, enabling data-driven decision-making and continuous process improvement.
  • Streamlined hiring processes by implementing efficient recruiting strategies and applicant tracking systems.
  • Organized career fairs and networking events to increase community visibility and attract potential candidates from various industries and backgrounds.

Commercial Helicopter Pilot

Havens Aviation
05.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with air traffic controllers to maintain safe and efficient airspace operations during flights.
  • Mentored junior pilots through hands-on training sessions, sharing valuable knowledge gained from experience in the field.
  • Taught ground instruction to Student Pilots
  • Maintained accurate records of all flight hours, certifications, and training activities in compliance with FAA regulations.
  • Reviewed aeronautical charts and used navigational instruments during each flight and maintained strong knowledge of government and company regulations.
  • Planned and filed daily flight plans for training missions, sorties, and patrol flights.

Video Production Director

Grace Church
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • 1 Year Contract
  • Computed ratios to determine variables such as lighting, shutter angles, filter factors and camera distances
  • Used cameras in any of several different camera mounts, such as stationary, track-mounted, or crane-mounted
  • Designed graphics for studio productions
  • Directed studio productions
  • Edited video for broadcast productions
  • Instructed camera operators regarding camera setups, angles, distances, movement and variables and cues for starting and stopping filming

Production/Facilities Director

NewPointe Community Church
01.2020 - 06.2022
  • Manage midweek and weekend production needs
  • Recruit and build teams
  • Find volunteers to fill specific roles and help strengthen weak areas
  • Manage and lead production team
  • Manage the needs of the facility
  • Lead the cleaning and maintenance team
  • Lead the security team

Production Team Member

Pearl Valley Cheese
06.2019 - 12.2019
  • Production line worker
  • Manage production flow

Translator

New Philadelphia School District
06.2017 - 08.2018
  • Work as a translator for Spanish speaking students
  • Aid in translation for parent teacher meeting
  • Float throughout the building when a student or parent needed assistance
  • Identify and resolve conflicts related to the meanings of words, concepts, practices, or behaviors
  • Refer to reference materials, such as dictionaries, lexicons, encyclopedias, and computerized terminology banks, as needed to ensure translation accuracy
  • Adapt translations to students' cognitive and grade levels, collaborating with educational team members as necessary

Education

Certified Flight Instructor -

Havens Aviation
Lancaster, OH

Skills

  • HR policies and procedures
  • Helicopter Flight Instruction
  • Building maintenance
  • Video Creation and Production
  • Cultural Diversity
  • High Level Problem Solver
  • Leadership and Team Management
  • Adherence to safety protocols
  • Strong People Skills
  • Strong Aviation Ground Instruction Knowledge

Timeline

Hiring and Recruiting Manager

Christian Children's Home of Ohio
06.2023 - Current

Commercial Helicopter Pilot

Havens Aviation
05.2023 - Current

Video Production Director

Grace Church
06.2022 - 06.2023

Production/Facilities Director

NewPointe Community Church
01.2020 - 06.2022

Production Team Member

Pearl Valley Cheese
06.2019 - 12.2019

Translator

New Philadelphia School District
06.2017 - 08.2018

Certified Flight Instructor -

Havens Aviation
David Schwartz, CFI