Jacob Andrews
Chattanooga,TN
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
News Photographer
Sinclair Broadcast Group
Chattanooga, TN
12.2023 - Current
- Operated a variety of cameras and equipment for on-location and studio shoots, ensuring optimal capture of footage.
- Keeping constant communication with producers and reporters on a given story.
- Edited raw video footage into finished products.
- Composed images to create desired effects.
- Organized and archived digital photographs efficiently for easy access and retrieval.
- Produced short videos suitable for web streaming or mobile devices.
- Planned and obtained original shots using innovative thinking and new techniques.
- Operated television cameras, audio equipment, and other production gear in studio or field settings.
- Traveled to remote locations to capture footage of breaking news stories in a timely manner.
- Saved and archived images and maintained master image library for future use.
- Set up camera control equipment, stands, and tripods for shoots.
- Documented special events such as political rallies or natural disasters.
- Set up, mounted or installed photographic equipment and cameras.
- Captured and edited still photographs for news stories.
- Implemented color correction processes to ensure accurate and vibrant images.
- Developed story ideas based on current events or personal interests.
- Estimated or measured light levels, distances and numbers of exposures using measuring devices and formulas.
- Attended press conferences and other events to capture images as needed.
- Created artificial light using flashes and reflectors.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while operating heavy machinery or traveling offsite.
- Maintained various studio equipment.
- Worked closely with reporters, editors, producers, directors, and other staff members to ensure quality results.
Video Editor
Sinclair Broadcast Group
Chattanooga, TN
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with creative team and director to align editing approach with artistic vision.
- Marked frames where particular shot or piece of sound is to begin or end.
- Implemented feedback from clients to refine and improve video edits.
- Ensured final projects met quality standards and were delivered on schedule.
- Applied color correction techniques to ensure visual consistency across all projects.
- Edited video by adding graphics, titles, audio and special effects.
- Synced audio tracks with video clips for enhanced viewing experience.
- Managed and organized all video footage to streamline the editing process.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Provided technical support for video editing software issues within the team.
- Conferred with producers and directors to increase dramatic or entertainment value of productions.
- Analyzed video content for quality control and editorial corrections.
- Managed graphics, sound, music, and color corrections for videos.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Tennessee Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN05-2021
Skills
- Visual storytelling
- Image editing
- Fossil Hunter
- Media relations
- Camera operation
- Multimedia presentation
- Investigative reporting
- Breaking news coverage
- Travel readiness
- Being a liberal in the south
- Sports photography
- Audio recording
- Press conference coverage
- Improv comedy
- Presentations
- News writing
- Stage rigging
- Production grip
- Survival skills
- Animated storytelling
Timeline
News Photographer
Sinclair Broadcast Group
12.2023 - Current
Video Editor
Sinclair Broadcast Group
07.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Tennessee Chattanooga