Award-winning content producer
I’m looking for the next adventure in my
career. Seeking energetic, creative
professionals looking to create engaging
content that delivers results for clients
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Production, Ed Ethridge Productions
07.2007 - Current
Established as solo enterprise, achieved over $600k in gross sales and 6 employees in first three years
Managed day-to-day business operations
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions
Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations
Established foundational processes for business operations
Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs
Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers
Trained and developed team members to build human capital
Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues
Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends
Established, optimized and enforced business policies to maintain consistency across industry operations
Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth
Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time
Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships
Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards
Editor/Video Dept. Supervisor
Zimmerman & Partners
06.1999 - 07.2007
Starting on night shift, worked up to producing national broadcast creative for Nissan, Kmart, Papa John’s and others
Assisted agency studio in going from least profitable division to most profitable
Worked with numerous creative directors to bring their visions to life.
Managed team of 22 employees, delegated tasks and held each employee accountable for completing assignments
Asst. Supervisor
Teleview Racing Patrol
01.1989 - 01.1999
Started as cameraman and worked up to assistant supervisor
Edited nightly recap show
Helped construct 45’ live production truck from scratch
Worked in satellite uplink/downlink truck
Oversaw 20 camera live show as technical director and eventually became assistant director of daily live broadcast operations
Advanced Medical Support Assistant / Eligibility at U.S. Department of Veterans AffairsAdvanced Medical Support Assistant / Eligibility at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs