Jacob Elijah Rainey
Evansville,Indiana
Summary
Creative Videographer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in video editing, camera operation, and storyboard creation. Excel in communication, time management, and adaptability, ensuring seamless project execution from concept to delivery. Ready to bring vision to life with technical expertise and collaborative spirit. Knowledgeable professional accomplished in setting up shots correctly. Captures professional video for diverse needs and perfectly matches directions. Analytical in anticipating and resolving shot issues. Driven, ready to work and move forward with a rewarding career that creates internal growth opportunity.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Videographer
25 News (Eyewitness)
Henderson, Kentucky
01.2025 - Current
- Responsible for interviewing community members, officials and handling large camera equipment, filming as well as putting together content.
- Edit content by managing the rundown and compiling footage for the day before broadcasting.
- Collaborate with reporters to develop creative story ideas and visual elements.
- Operate camera equipment during on-location shoots and studio productions.
Production Supervisor
Amongstit
Brevard, North Carolina
04.2026 - 04.2026
- This production took place at Gaia Herbs farm and was a shoot to promote their new product and R.O.C.
- Configured and launched live stream on YouTube to enhance audience engagement.
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency.
- Trained team members on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
- Details: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXaXNIR6aBo
Camera Operator
Race for the Rail One Wheel 2025
Hollister, California
08.2025 - 08.2025
- Operated cameras to capture live events for extreme sports competitions.
- Collaborated with production teams to develop creative shooting plans.
- Maintained inventory of camera gear and ensured proper storage protocols were followed.
- Prepared cameras and tested angles and camera movements to capture quality footage
- The highlights are documented here https://www.youtube.com/live/lbYRTxUWrnY?si=YhwexoNc49kNhoIV
Instructional Assistant
EVSC
Evansville, Indiana
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Responsible for teaching children who were behind in schooling during school hours. The age groups varied from 2nd-4th grade. This was done after taking over a maternity leave for a third grade classroom at the beginning of the year.
- Supported students with diverse learning needs during lessons and assessments.
Substitute Teacher
EVSC
Evansville, Indiana
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Administered daily tasks tailored to grade level, teaching across all grades in the district.
- Managed classroom behavior, fostering a positive learning environment that encouraged student engagement.
- Implemented lesson plans in accordance with district guidelines and curriculum standards.
- Supervised student behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
Photographer
44News
Evansville, Indiana
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Responsible for: Creating VSOTs, VOs, and generating new stories for the station. Responsible for responsible for my own equipment as well as driving to set locations to acquire new footage or interview people.
- Edited photographs using industry-standard software for publication readiness.
- Researched visual trends to improve storytelling through photography.
Server
Milk Barn
Evansville, Indiana
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintained store operations by managing tasks efficiently as they arose.
- Executed opening and closing duties, including setting up dining area and restocking supplies to ensure smooth service.
Production
Ameriqual
Evansville, Indiana
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Pouch placement, tray loader
- Later I moved into HR and conducted daily entries of over 500+ employees.
- Managed data entry and file management.
Floor technician
Marshalls
Evansville, Indiana
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Maintained cleanliness in high-traffic areas throughout the store.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a tidy environment.
- Provided customer service by addressing customer complaints in a timely manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications, psychology
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN06-2023
High School Diploma -
North High School
Evansville, IN05-2019
Skills
- ENPS
- Premiere Pro
- EDUIS
- Camera equipment
- Driving
- Radio booth equipment
- Cleaning
- Customer service
- Video editing
- Camera operation
- Live streaming
- Client consultations
- Staging shots
- Live event coverage
Certification
Drone pilot license, Part 107
References
- Warren Stewart, Employer, 44News/Allen media, 477 Carpenter Street, Evansville, IN, 47715, (812) 575-7678
- Amos Morris, Family friend, Fresno Chaffee Zoo, 894 West Belmont Avenue, Fresno, CA, 93728, (812) 760-1452
- Suzanne Glass-Foster, EVSC Teacher, Evansville, IN, 47725, (270) 826-6580
- Wes Durham, Communications Professor at USI, Evansville, IN, 47725, (812) 464-1739
Projects
Over the rail One Wheel 2025, Worked on a crew that streamed and captured the 2025 preliminaries and finals to the One Wheel 'Over the Rail race'. Responsible for setting up fiber line and cables to stream, managing camera crew, and assisting with drone operations., https://www.youtube.com/live/lbYRTxUWrnY?si=YhwexoNc49kNhoIV
Quote
Working hard to make a difference
Personal Information
Hobbies: Enjoy the outdoors, Learning new technologies, Backpacking, Following new radio stations around the world
Timeline
Production Supervisor
Amongstit
04.2026 - 04.2026
Camera Operator
Race for the Rail One Wheel 2025
08.2025 - 08.2025
Videographer
25 News (Eyewitness)
01.2025 - Current
Instructional Assistant
EVSC
05.2023 - 12.2024
Photographer
44News
11.2022 - 04.2023
Substitute Teacher
EVSC
05.2022 - 11.2023
Server
Milk Barn
03.2021 - 04.2022
Production
Ameriqual
06.2019 - 09.2021
Floor technician
Marshalls
08.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Communications, psychology
University of Southern Indiana
High School Diploma -
North High School