DERIK HICKS
Peoria,AZ
Summary
Mature, conscientious professional with extensive leadership experience. Army Veteran committed to organizational goals. Self-confident and authoritative decision maker. Imaginative videographer/photographer. Dynamic volunteer who fulfills all commitments. Displays a renewed sense of purpose.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Videographer/Professional Photographer
La Casa De Cristo
10.2021 - Current
- Increased production rates by regulating workflow to meet consumer needs.
- Scheduled studio appointments to shoot wide variety of subjects.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
- Trained new photographers in use of camera equipment and editing software.
Videographer
United Baptist Church
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Operated video cameras in various environments, adjusting settings appropriately for outdoor and studio.
- Used FCPX to edit footage into correct order and add effects.
- Developed creative approaches to video production to create unique and engaging content.
- Collaborated with other production team members for successful completion of projects.
Full-Time Student
Grand Canyon University
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Currently pursuing comprehensive four-year course of study in Christian Studies
- Media/Film Arts
Photographer/Videographer
Quality Painting
08.2018 - 02.2021
- Edit footage to create videos for multiple multimedia platforms
- Worked closely and communicated regularly with clients to understand and capture vision on video.
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers, and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
Fitness Trainer/Drill Sergeant
U.S. Army
03.2011 - 03.2017
- Explained exercise modifications and movements to soldiers with history of injury
- Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
Drill Sergeant
U.S. Army
02.2011 - 03.2013
- Developed and led training programs in preparation for combat
Signal Support Systems Specialist (25U)
U.S. Army
10.2003 - 02.2011
- Perform signal support functions and technical assistance for computer systems
- Handled all troubleshooting tasks for signal support services, which included radio, wire and battlefield automated systems.
- Supervised and assisted with battlefield signal support systems and terminal devices.
- Performed signal diagnostic functions to detect network interruptions and diagnose connection deficits.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies/Emphasis in Biblical Studies -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, ArizonaSkills Highlights
- Proficient in Final Cut Pro X, Lightroom editing software
- Maximizes the benefits of computer technology
- Effectively assesses delegation capability
- Media Project Leadership
- Meticulous with detail
- First Aid and CPR certified
- Demonstrates the ability to achieve desired results
- Communicates confidently with superiors, peers and subordinates
- Identifies personal values of superiors, subordinates, peers and others
- Improves the skills and develops talents of subordinates
- Displays creative insight
Professional References
- Daniel McGrew (623)204.2371
- Rick Sanetra (623) 910.3716
- Jim Smith (651) 208-2913
- Heather Muller (651) 235-2792
Timeline
Videographer/Professional Photographer
La Casa De Cristo
10.2021 - Current
Videographer
United Baptist Church
01.2021 - 10.2021
Full-Time Student
Grand Canyon University
08.2018 - 05.2021
Photographer/Videographer
Quality Painting
08.2018 - 02.2021
Fitness Trainer/Drill Sergeant
U.S. Army
03.2011 - 03.2017
Drill Sergeant
U.S. Army
02.2011 - 03.2013
Signal Support Systems Specialist (25U)
U.S. Army
10.2003 - 02.2011
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies/Emphasis in Biblical Studies -
Grand Canyon University