HILLARY LEWIS
Austin,TX
Summary
Organized [Job Title] proficient in [Software]. Successful at establishing and maintaining relationships with talent and preparing post production budgets and forecasts. Communicative and reliable individual possessing excellent multitasking, time management and motivational capabilities. Highly organized and detail-oriented [Job Title] successfully manages projects, plans productions and leads teams. Experienced in budget management and client engagement. Innovative and experienced individual with expertise in project management and creative problem-solving. Skilled in project coordination, film crew management and innovative solution development. Committed to creating engaging and meaningful content for viewers. Innovative Producer with [Number] years of experience in all aspects of video production. Visionary creator, editor, storyteller and business operations manager with demonstrated to take an idea from concept to delivery to produce entertaining and inspiring pieces. Collaborative in working closely with strategic and creative teams to develop and produce quality video content. Expertise in preproduction logistics, planning, production, custom graphics composition, special effects and asset management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
POST PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Entertainment One
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Accountable for all day-to-day post-production workflows on a Roku Originals Unscripted TV show
- Interviewed, hired, and onboarded 20+ post team members, maintaining a high standard of staff performance
- Created and modified post edit schedule, anticipating and adapting to changes in production shoots
- Tracked post-production related costs, including stock footage, archival, transcription, blurs, etc
- Sourced and selected vendor bids/quotes (e.g., color, audio, gfx, subtitle, caption, QC), adhering to a strict budget
- Communicated updates to internal stakeholders, network executives, external vendors and production units to ensure timely asset delivery per company/network specifications
- Improved project turnaround times by streamlining post-production workflows and implementing efficient processes.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality deliverables.
- Maintained clear communication with clients, swiftly addressing concerns and providing regular updates on project progress.
- Developed custom solutions for unique client requests, delivering tailored results that exceeded expectations.
- Saved costs by negotiating contracts with vendors and securing competitive rates for equipment rentals and services.
- Established strong working relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and increased referrals.
- Assisted producers in pre-production planning stages to establish realistic timelines based on available resources.
POST PRODUCTION COORDINATOR
Texas Crew Productions
08.2019 - 09.2022
- Coordinated 13+ docu-series, true crime, and unscripted shows for HULU, Peacock, Discovery+, Magnolia Network, Oxygen Network, Fox Nation, AXS TV, History Channel, and A+E Network
- Provided technical support for Avid Media Composer, NEXIS Shared Media Storage, Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve, Jump Desktop and other critical editorial software, while also responsible for company issued MacOS systems and networking equipment
- Designed and implemented the post department’s digital transformation to a remote workflow in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in zero downtime for the editorial team
- Documented the company’s SOP processes and implemented low-cost productivity software resulting in 50% improvement in post department workflow inefficiencies and faster onboarding timespans
- Streamlined post-production processes by implementing efficient project management strategies.
- Coordinated with multiple departments for seamless integration of visual effects, sound design, and editing in final projects.
- Liaised between clients and production teams to ensure clear communication of project requirements and expectations.
- Conducted thorough reviews of edited footage to identify areas requiring improvement or additional work before final approval by clients or stakeholders.
- Contributed creative input during brainstorming sessions for new projects or pitches to secure additional business opportunities for the company.
- Maximized efficiency in post-production schedules by prioritizing tasks based on project needs while remaining flexible to accommodate changes in timelines or scope.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure all deliverables exceeded client expectations through meticulous attention to detail and strong collaboration with creative teams.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge and improve post-production processes.
- Implemented crisis strategies to address timeline and budget deviances.
- Collaborated with [Number]-person production team to provide ongoing management support and leadership to achieve creative vision.
VIDEO EDITOR
Live Nation Entertainment
01.2014 - 12.2019
- Created original commercial video ads for 100+ Live Nation Entertainment artists/bands on their national and global concert tours.
- Improved client satisfaction by delivering visually engaging content tailored to their specific needs and preferences.
- Developed creative solutions for complex editing challenges, enhancing the overall narrative impact of videos.
- Optimized file formats and compression settings for various distribution channels, maximizing both quality and efficiency.
- Attended industry conferences and workshops to stay current on emerging trends in video editing technology and techniques.
- Adapted quickly to changes in project scope or direction by revising edit decisions based on updated creative briefs or client feedback.
- Delivered polished presentations of completed work during client reviews, explaining editorial choices and addressing any concerns or suggestions.
- Coordinated with other departments, such as motion graphics and sound design, to ensure a unified final product that met client expectations.
- Created titles, captions, graphics and templates in After Effects to give edits additional visual flare.
- Created short-form videos, animated gifs and motion graphics for social media posts.
- Worked with graphic templates and seamlessly inserted into videos.
- Created and reformatted content across various social media and digital platforms.
- Understood director's artistic vision and maintained alignment with vision throughout editing process.
- Conceived, crafted and executed dynamic video edits to captivate target audiences and accomplish project objectives.
Education
Google Project Management Certification -
Coursera
08.2023
B.S. New Media Arts & Sciences -
Indiana University
Indianapolis, IN05.2013
Skills
- Post-production Management
- 4K/HDR/Dolby Vision Workflow/Deliverables
- Avid and NEXIS Technical Support
- Network/External Vendor Communication
- Offline/Online Editorial processes
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Scheduling and Budgeting
- QC and Review Sessions
- Google Suite
- Interviewing/Hiring AEs, Editors, Vendors
- Final Paper Deliverables
- Remote Desktops (Jump, RGS, Splashtop)
- Sourcing and selecting vendor bids/quotes
- SDNA/LTO Processes
- Signiant/Aspera
- Client Relations
- Workflow Optimization
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Budget Control
- Asset Management
- Resource Allocation
- Project Management
- Creative Problem Solving
- Quality Assurance
- Attention to Detail
- Collaboration Abilities
- Stakeholder Negotiations
- Contract Negotiation
- Concept Development
- Budget Management
- Technical Supervision
- Digital Video Production Process
- Schedule Management
Timeline
POST PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Entertainment One
09.2022 - 05.2023
POST PRODUCTION COORDINATOR
Texas Crew Productions
08.2019 - 09.2022
VIDEO EDITOR
Live Nation Entertainment
01.2014 - 12.2019
Google Project Management Certification -
Coursera
B.S. New Media Arts & Sciences -
Indiana University
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