Freddy Galea
Frederick,MD
Summary
Accomplished Senior Videographer at ICF International Inc., adept in videography and customer relations, showcasing a strong graphic and visual sense. Expert in Adobe Premiere Pro and fluent in Spanish, I've significantly enhanced multimedia content across various platforms, achieving high-level collaborations with government agencies and private clients alike.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Videographer - Photographer (On Call)
ICF International Inc.
02.2011 - Current
- Sets up multi-camera, lighting, and audio for professional interviews.
- Creates creative and professional content for multiple media platforms.
- Works closely with high-level members of government agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Health and Human Services (OIDP and SAMHSA) to understand and capture their vision on video and photos.
- Coordinates, sets up, and oversees numerous live webcasts, remote interviews, and location shoots.
- Uses both video and still cameras to capture high-quality B-Roll in order to create a more compelling and engaging product.
- Edits simple videos, from simple webinars to social media posts, to complex ad campaign videos.
Photographs events and professional headshots.
Creates visual graphic animations, such as lower thirds, intros, and outros.
Digital Content Specialist (Part Time)
Warrior Canine Connection
03.2021 - Current
- Applies current editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
- Produces original video content by collaborating with producers, designers, and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Produces and edits high-impact segments and stories for different social media platforms.
- Sets up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions, and available equipment.
- Operates cameras for video and photography on set for Social Media production.
- Edits videos and rearranged shots to match creative or production requirements.
- Schedule shoots and set up filming by communicating with talent and crew.
Founder - Video Producer
Galea Media
10.2020 - Current
- Setup and produce remote live interviews via different online platform, allowing parties to interact remotely.
- Manages and coordinate all post-production aspects, including video editing, motion graphics design, compositing and quality assurance reviewing.
- Oversees creative development and filming of different types of video content.
- Contributes editing expertise to online content campaigns and performed commercial editorial work for content creator clients.
- Liaise with the lighting and production team to resolve any issues related to camera, video, audio recording, and lighting.
- Used both video and still-shot cameras to capture all sorts of events.
Cinematographer/Editor (Freelancer)
Bowen Films
03.2011 - Current
- Established and adhered to detailed production schedules for over 52 projects per year.
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated agreements between parties in order to reach win-win solutions to disagreements and clarify misunderstandings.
- Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends.
- Worked with clients to understand requirements and provide exceptional high-quality videos.
- Edited pieces using Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Operated audio consoles while managing sound quality and camera shots during fast-paced events.
- Used both video and still shot cameras to capture social events.
Air Transportation Craftsman
United States Air Force Reserve
03.2016 - Current
- Oversees cargo loading operations to achieve proper weight distribution and maintain safety during all facets of aircraft operations.
- Achieved optimal balance by loading cargo in accordance with accurate calculations of aircraft center of gravity and specific flight requirements.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
Wedding and Commercial Videographer
Clay & Co
06.2011 - 06.2014
- Led videography team in delivery of wedding and commercial projects requiring close cooperation among members to share information and develop solutions to meet broad array of deliverables.
- Combined technical and artistic abilities to accomplish challenging visual objectives.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers in face-to-face encounters and through phone conversations.
- Protected company brand and improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems arising from deliverables.
Audio Visual Technician /Freelance Videographer
Glyde Productions
04.2009 - 06.2011
- Led crew of audio-video installation team members.
- Performed tasks by using proper tools, materials, methods and safe practices in accordance with best industry practices.
- Trained 10 new employees according to company standards.
- Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Communications
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD03.2025
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD08.2018
Skills
- Videography
- Photography
- Remote live interview
- Canon & Sony equipment knowledge
- Field production
- Content Development
- Adobe Premiere Pro expertise
- Color correction knowledge
- Photo editing and retouching with Photoshop & Lightroom
- Adobe After Effects, inDesign & Illustrator knowledge
- Strong graphic and visual sense
- Customer Relations
- Fluent in Spanish
Affiliations
- Member, United States Air Force Reserve, 2016 to Current
Additional Information
Clearance Level - Secret
April 2017 to Present
Timeline
Digital Content Specialist (Part Time)
Warrior Canine Connection
03.2021 - Current
Founder - Video Producer
Galea Media
10.2020 - Current
Air Transportation Craftsman
United States Air Force Reserve
03.2016 - Current
Wedding and Commercial Videographer
Clay & Co
06.2011 - 06.2014
Cinematographer/Editor (Freelancer)
Bowen Films
03.2011 - Current
Senior Videographer - Photographer (On Call)
ICF International Inc.
02.2011 - Current
Audio Visual Technician /Freelance Videographer
Glyde Productions
04.2009 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Communications
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Montgomery College
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