Grant Baker
Hillsboro,OH
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Motivated high school student with a track record of academic excellence looking for part-time work. Intends to develop professional work experience utilizing excellent communication and time management skills. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Video Camera Operator
Good News Gathering
Hillsboro, OH
12.2020 - Current
- Worked closely with producers and directors to ensure desired shot composition was achieved.
- Conferred with directors, sound and lighting technicians and other crew members to determine shots and discuss assignments.
- Utilized external monitors for framing shots when necessary in order to achieve desired results.
- Arranged cameras, audio and lighting equipment for filming.
- Managed multiple cameras simultaneously while maintaining consistent communication between crew members.
- Composed and framed shots using camera settings and other technical aspects to achieve director requested results.
- Performed maintenance on video cameras including cleaning lenses and changing batteries.
- Checked scripts for relevant information and to plan camera operation.
- Prepared cameras and tested angles and camera movements to capture quality footage
- Adjusted camera angles to capture different shots for each scene.
- Planned, set up and completed live shots.
- Calibrated lens settings to adjust focus, exposure, depth of field and color balance.
- Collaborated with specialists, producers, and designers to produce original video content.
- Handled camera setups, angles and movement following cues.
- Resolved exposure, movement and other variable issues.
- Tested, maintained and repaired equipment, keeping in excellent working condition.
- Coordinated with other members of the production team in order to ensure smooth running of shoots.
- Communicated with directors and other crew members to discuss filming sequences, desired effects and lighting requirements.
- Set up and operated video cameras to record live events, such as concerts and sports games.
- Tested, maintained and cleaned camera and lighting equipment to ensure proper working order for shooting.
- Controlled lighting, filter factors, and camera distances to meet shot targets.
- Conferred with directors and crew members to discuss sequences, desired effects and camera movements.
- Provided advice regarding best practices for shooting specific scenes based on experience level.
- Adjusted positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting.
- Inspected equipment before use in order to identify any faults or defects that may affect performance.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Landscape Laborer
Landscape and Outerspaces
Hillsboro, OH
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Installed lighting fixtures in garden beds or along pathways.
- Transported tools, materials and equipment to job sites using company vehicles.
- Planted flowers, bushes, shrubs, trees and grass.
- Cleaned up work sites daily to maintain a safe environment.
- Installed block and stone décor according to plans and specifications.
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
- Arranged shrubs and flowers to create landscape effects.
- Planted trees, shrubs and flowers according to design plans.
- Loaded debris into trucks for disposal at designated landfill sites.
- Trimmed around trees and bushes.
- Inspected properties regularly to identify potential problems before they become major issues.
- Built or maintained greenhouses, fences or benches,
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Mixed concrete for various applications including patio installations or walkway repairs.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during project execution.
- Eliminated undesirable weeds and pests by physically removing problems or applying chemicals.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
- Installed hardscapes such as retaining walls, walkways and patios.
- Operated and maintained basic landscaping equipment and vehicles.
- Collaborated with other team members on projects requiring multiple laborers.
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks assigned.
- Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
- Used zero-turn, traditional riding lawn mowers and self-propelled mowers to mow residential and commercial lawns.
- Removed debris from work sites after completion of projects.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Pruned and trimmed hedges, trees and shrubs with chainsaws and shears.
- Operated tractors, mowers and other heavy equipment used in landscape maintenance.
- Performed regular lawn care tasks such as mowing, aerating and overseeding.
- Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
- Assisted with the preparation of soil beds for planting by tilling, leveling and raking.
- Removed and properly disposed of debris to maintain worksite safety.
- Maintained landscaped areas by weeding, pruning, trimming and edging.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
- Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fairfield Local High School
Leesburg, OH05-2024
Some College (No Degree) - College Prep
Southern State Community College
Hillsboro, OHSkills
- Task Prioritization
- Equipment Configuration
- Color Correction
- Requirements Gathering
- Setting up Equipment
- Live Camera Operations
- Equipment Testing
Affiliations
- Varsity and club Soccer
- Club Volleyball
- Gaming
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Landscape Laborer
Landscape and Outerspaces
05.2023 - 09.2023
Volunteer Video Camera Operator
Good News Gathering
12.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Fairfield Local High School
Some College (No Degree) - College Prep
Southern State Community College
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