HERIBERTO ORTIZ
Miami,FL
Summary
News-driven Photojournalist with 16 years of ENG Camera Operator experience in metro and national coverage. Adept at seeing beyond lens to deliver compelling stories in live news. Footage editor, and satellite/Mast live truck operator with comprehensive experience and using the live U. Worked in demanding, deadline-driven metropolitan areas, for Local 10 WPLG-TV, Univision Communications, INC., Network News, CBS4 Miami, News 12 Networks NY and NBC 40 New Jersey, and with Kijik Multimedia as a camera operator shooting breaking news and documentaries while setting 3-point lighting for filming. In search of an ENG Camera Operator position.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Photojournalist
Local 10 WPLG-TV
06.2022 - Current
- Gathered and edited breaking news as well as long form content.
- Shot and edited live shots using bonded cellular, satellite and microwave technology.
- Worked closely with reporters, producers, and assignment desk staff to ensure dynamic and unique story telling.
- Shot and edited packages for special assignments.
- Worked in fast-paced environments.
- Shot and delivered an average of eight news stories per week.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express creative vision.
- Leveraged mechanical mounting systems to improve focus and image stability.
- Trained new photographers in use of camera equipment and editing software.
- Traveled to numerous locations to capture breaking news stories.
ENG Camera Operator/Editor
Univision Communications, INC
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Shot and edited national and international stories for live newscasts.
- Set up lighting for sit down interviews.
- Worked closely with reporters and producers to complete news stories for air.
- Shot and edited packages for Primer Impacto.
- Followed scripts written in Spanish for precise editing.
Camera Operator/Video Production Teacher
Downtown Miami Charter School
02.2015 - 12.2018
- Shot and edited filming projects for Downtown Miami Charter School.
- Promoted student success through engaging instruction, accessibility, and rigor.
- Provided differential instruction with high expectations and support for students of varied preparedness levels.
- Taught video/editing terminology, shoot, cut, export video project.
- Directed all students’ video projects for showcase.
ENG Camera Operator/Editor /Truck Operator
CBS4
03.2013 - 03.2014
- Shot powerful images and compelling sound and effective lighting for air.
- Consistently followed scripts for precise editing.
- Tuned in and set-up live truck for appealing live shots daily.
- Edited anchor packages for prime time shows.
ENG Camera Operator/Editor /Truck Operator
Cablevision News 12 Networks Bronx
12.2008 - 03.2013
- Consistently met deadlines for shooting, editing packages and production, balancing speed and accuracy with strong editorial judgment and quality.
- Set truck for live coverage and prepare lighting for live shot on tight deadline.
- Independently shot and edited VO/SOTS and write multiple sound bites daily.
- Loaded content from CNN pathfire into server.
ENG Camera Operator/Editor
WMGM-TV NBC
05.2007 - 10.2008
- Shot and edited packages to create informative, impactful visual and audio for the viewers.
- Ensured sound and picture quality of all stories shot and edited was exceptional.
- Edited SOT/teases and round-up.
- Worked as a reporter shooting VO/SOTS and logged in SOTS.
- Covered high school and college sports.
- Worked under tight deadlines.
Education
Degree - Cinematography
Film Connection Film School
Los Angeles, CA10.2020
Bachelor of Media Arts - Film and Video
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY12.2007
Skills
- Attentive, observant, and quick to anticipate needs of reporters
- Effective time management, organization and communication skills when responding to assignments and breaking news
- Productive in fast-paced environments
- Self-motivated with strong team contribution
- Creative in shooting with ENG camera style, Sony EX 250, Panasonic P2 HD camera, XD camera, DVC pro camera and cinematic Blackmagic camera
- Proficient in ENG live truck
- Bilingual-Fluent and literate in English and Spanish
- Expertise in Adobe Premiere, Premiere Pro, Avid Composer, Final Cut Pro, Velocity and Edius editing, iNews; proficient in MS Word and PowerPoint
Timeline
Photojournalist
Local 10 WPLG-TV
06.2022 - Current
ENG Camera Operator/Editor
Univision Communications, INC
09.2018 - 10.2019
Camera Operator/Video Production Teacher
Downtown Miami Charter School
02.2015 - 12.2018
ENG Camera Operator/Editor /Truck Operator
CBS4
03.2013 - 03.2014
ENG Camera Operator/Editor /Truck Operator
Cablevision News 12 Networks Bronx
12.2008 - 03.2013
ENG Camera Operator/Editor
WMGM-TV NBC
05.2007 - 10.2008
Degree - Cinematography
Film Connection Film School
Bachelor of Media Arts - Film and Video
Long Island University
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