Elena Markatos
Barnegat,NJ
Summary
Experienced and self-taught videographer and photographer familiar with producing video, photo, and social media content. Storyteller with strong verbal and written communication abilities. Manages multiple stages of projects, from pre- to post-production. Constantly adapting to the changing and growing field of digital and social media. Skilled in diverse filmmaking techniques and well-versed in a variety of camera equipment and editing software. Continuing to do free work for non-profit organizations, while steadily expanding to creating content for businesses and organizations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Creator
Lenamarkvids
09.2020 - Current
- Created a public Instagram account for publication of video and photo content in 2020
- Accumulated over 2K followers across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube
- Attended 100+ of sporting events to film and photograph games, post action photos, and create hype videos
- Traveled as far as York, PA to film and create content at a powerlifting competition
- Created a "Day in the life" video series to document days and events that students got to experience at Donovan Catholic
Videographer
NJ Athletics
12.2021 - Current
- Covering various sporting events in Ocean and Monmouth County for NJ Athletics.
- Producing videos and photo content according to client specifications
- Working beside New Jersey's top sports teams and players and traveling across New Jersey to cover anything from regular season games to championship games
- Working at locations such as MetLife Stadium, Rutgers University, & Monmouth University
Digital Content Creator
Donovan Catholic
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Filmed, photographed, and edited videos of 10+ sporting teams at Donovan Catholic throughout grades 10, 11, and 12
- Created game hype videos and photos
- Captured team pictures for the school yearbook
- Directed and coordinated "Media day" photoshoots for three sports teams to provide headshots and photos in full gear
- Used personal camera equipment and editing software to deliver content that showcase the sports at Donovan Catholic
- Worked closely with the sports teams to personally understand and deliver the content expectations of the players and coaches
Videographer Intern
Toms River Police Department
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Filmed various activities/events that the Toms River Police Department (TRPD) is involved with
- Created videos and capturing photos at these events and later creating a video to recap the event
- Filmed/created videos such as a recruitment advertisement, Youth Police Camp, Annual Vest-A-Cop fundraiser, Field of Dreams Flag Football against the TRPD, and the National Night Out
- Videos and photos are later shared to the social media pages
Videographer Intern
Ocean County YMCA
10.2017 - 03.2022
- Filmed and edited a multitude of the Ocean County YMCA's events along with various PSAs and informational/advertisement videos such as: COVID-19 Informational procedures, Healthy Kids Day, "Our Y Story" videos, YMCA food drives, and fundraisers
- Worked closely with the employees and members to deliver content that showcases the YMCA core values
Education
Bachelor of Science - Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.2027
High School Diploma -
Donovan Catholic
Toms River, NJ06.2023
Skills
- Content creation: storytelling, video and photo creation- capturing sports, advertisements, hype videos, events, socials, parties, along with other miscellaneous events
- Social Media engagement, posting, content creation on Instagram, TikTok, & YouTube
- Well versed in Sony, Canon, DJI, GoPro, & Nikon equipment
- Final Cut Pro & IMovie software experience
Timeline
Videographer Intern
Toms River Police Department
03.2022 - 08.2023
Videographer
NJ Athletics
12.2021 - Current
Digital Content Creator
Donovan Catholic
04.2021 - 05.2023
Creator
Lenamarkvids
09.2020 - Current
Videographer Intern
Ocean County YMCA
10.2017 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management
Clemson University
High School Diploma -
Donovan Catholic
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