Gerald Lawlor
Arlington,VA
Summary
Dynamic multi Emmy-Winning Photojournalist with a proven track record of capturing compelling visual stories. Proficient in all aspects of photography, from composition to editing, with a keen eye for detail and storytelling. Experienced in working under tight deadlines and in diverse environments, consistently delivering high-quality images that resonate with audiences. Passionate about documenting events and uncovering stories that inform and inspire.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Photojournalist
FOX 5 DC
Bethesda, MD
11.2022 - Current
- Shot and edited multiple high-quality stories per day under extremely tight deadlines.
- Set up multi-camera shoots with primary anchors.
- Worked with reporters on a daily basis to develop and create visually compelling stories for broadcast, going live anywhere from 2-6 times per day.
- Delivered packages and extended live shots during breaking news situations.
- Consistently pitched stories gathered from sources in the community.
Photojournalist
KDVR FOX 31
Denver, Colorado
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Consistently shoot and edit daily stories under tight deadlines
- Pitch, write and track packages for evening broadcasts
- Collaborate with reporters on in-depth storytelling.
Photojournalist
KRNV News 4
Reno, NV
12.2019 - 09.2021
- Shot, wrote, and edited stories for daily broadcast
- Conducted live-shots in high stress environments
- Covered severe breaking news situations
- Edited entire newscasts using Avid Media Composer and iNews
- Scheduled and conducted interviews for broadcast.
Cinematographer/Owner
L3 Films
San Diego, CA
03.2018 - 12.2019
- Planned shoots, including number and type of cameras, angles, and lighting requirements
- Developed and managed projects from concept to completion, including storyboards, post-production editing and delivery formats
- Performed post-production work, including assembling raw material, editing sound and sequences and providing final within time and budget constraints
- Wrote scripts and shot sheets and edited content for commercial projects
- Edited footage to create videos for multiple multimedia platforms.
Education
Physics (No Degree)
University of California-San Diego
San Diego, CAMedia (No Degree)
University of California-San Diego
San Diego, CASkills
- Storytelling
- Camera Operation (Sony, Canon, RED, Blackmagic, JVC, Panasonic)
- Non-Linear Editing (Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Final Cut, Edius, Avid Media Composer, Avid Pro Tools)
- Breaking News Coverage
- Deadline Driven
- Attention To Detail
- Creative Thinking
- Time Management
- Information Gathering
Awards
2021 Heartland Regional Emmy Winner
2022 Heartland Regional Emmy Winner
References
- JEREMY HUBBARD, News Anchor, (720) 841-1803, Jeremy.Hubbard@kdvr.com
- ISAIAS MEDINA, Chief Photojournalist/Manager, (720) 666-0839, Isaias.Medina@kdvr.com
- JOSHUA SHORT, Anchor/Reporter, (773) 621-4630, Joshua.Short@kdvr.com
- ALLISON PAPSON, FOX 5 DC Assignment Desk, (717) 203-1016, allison.papson@fox.com
- SIERRA FOX, Anchor/Reporter FOX 5 DC, (202) 880-1598. sierra.fox@fox.com
Timeline
Photojournalist
FOX 5 DC
11.2022 - Current
Photojournalist
KDVR FOX 31
09.2021 - 10.2022
Photojournalist
KRNV News 4
12.2019 - 09.2021
Cinematographer/Owner
L3 Films
03.2018 - 12.2019
Physics (No Degree)
University of California-San Diego
Media (No Degree)
University of California-San Diego
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