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Eric Phillips

Trenton,NJ

Summary

Investigator and digital artist specializing in forensic video and photography services. Proficient in various software applications for video and photo editing. Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills to address complex challenges effectively. Committed to continuous learning and innovation in operational and technical processes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Investigator 1

New Jersey State Police
Trenton, NJ
12.2023 - Current
  • Certified Video Technician responsible for analyzing, processing, and enhancing video and image evidence for investigative use.
  • Collaborate with detectives and law enforcement agencies statewide to receive, manage, and upload digital media for forensic review.
  • Utilize specialized forensic video software to enhance footage, clarify critical details, and generate evidentiary stills while maintaining the chain of custody.

Senior Forensic Photographer

New Jersey State Police
Trenton, NJ
10.2021 - 12.2023
  • Forensic support of criminal investigations for state and local police departments through the means of video analysis and enhancement.
  • Photographed and enhanced criminal evidence images.
  • Processed and enhanced crime scene photos to print for CSI.
  • Maintain and setup studio equipment for purposes of photographing.

Preflight/Prepress Operator

Sandy Alexander
Clifton, NJ
11.2019 - 03.2020
  • Cropped, enhanced and performed color balance for final images.
  • Utilized filters, edits and after-effects to enhance photos.
  • Saved and archived images and maintained master image library for future use.

Graphic Designer

Shore Point Distributing Company, Inc
Freehold, New Jersey
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
  • Directed advertisement, banner and signage projects from concept to final delivery.
  • Used Photoshop and Illustrator to create images and layouts for print.

Graphic Designer

Sodexo USA
Ewing, New Jersey
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design catalogs, posters and other promotional materials.
  • Designed new, on-brand visual elements focusing on concept and messaging.
  • Photographed school events and portraits for the purpose of social media advertising.

Graphic Designer

Hamilton Area YMCA
Trenton, NJ
12.2018 - 03.2019
  • Designed new, on-brand visual elements focusing on concept and messaging.
  • Produced projects for advertising and informational purposes.
  • Produced vector and animated graphics for promotional social media advertising.

Education

Forensic Imaging Unit, Forensic Video Analysis
01.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

The College of New Jersey
Trenton, NJ
05.2018

Associate of Arts - Advertising And Graphic Design

Mercer County Community College
Trenton, NJ
05.2016

Skills

  • Forensic Video Analysis
  • Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
  • AMPED5
  • Studio Photography
  • Aerial Photography
  • Image Editing
  • Attention to Detail
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Forensic Photography

Certification

  • Crime Scene Photography, NJSP CSI - 2022
  • LEVA Certified Forensic Video Technician

Timeline

Investigator 1

New Jersey State Police
12.2023 - Current

Senior Forensic Photographer

New Jersey State Police
10.2021 - 12.2023

Preflight/Prepress Operator

Sandy Alexander
11.2019 - 03.2020

Graphic Designer

Hamilton Area YMCA
12.2018 - 03.2019

Graphic Designer

Shore Point Distributing Company, Inc
09.2018 - 09.2019

Graphic Designer

Sodexo USA
09.2018 - 09.2019

Forensic Imaging Unit, Forensic Video Analysis

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

The College of New Jersey

Associate of Arts - Advertising And Graphic Design

Mercer County Community College