Jacob Gonzalez

• Conducted research on subjects before photo shoots and planned dynamic and unique photo sessions.
• Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
• Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
• Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.

• Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
• Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
• Fabricated camera mounts and cases to capture images and protect equipment.
• Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
• Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.

• Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
• Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.

• Interacted with directors, producers and talent while remaining focused and professional at all times.
• Operated television cameras for over 50 live broadcasts.
• Managed daily tasks and assignments with 4 production team members.
• Sideline camera operator for San Marcos High School football
• Main camera operator for Southwestern University's college football broadcast.
• Interacted with directors, producers and talent while remaining focused and professional at all times

• Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
• Performed tasks by using proper tools, materials, methods and safe practices in accordance with best industry practices.
• Adhered to safety protocols while installing projectors, displays and speakers.
• Operated slate for camera on set for television show Vindication, Season 3 episodes 7 and 8.

• Worked under direction of communications lead and assisted in proactively generating communication to build and reinforce communication strategies.
• In charge of setting up and running Livestream of church services and posting on church website.

Assistant videographer/ photographer for weddings across the South Texas area.

• Collaborated with team members to develop content and message of over 12 hours of footage on wedding day.
• Handled transportation for equipment for 8 shoots.
• Changed camera attachments based on specific shot requirements and environmental conditions.
• Handled transportation for equipment for 9 shoots.

Edited videos for the broadcasts and directed the studio floor giving cues to anchors/reporters and operating the studio camera.

• Supported live events with well-controlled lights, sound and video streaming.
• Performed tasks by using proper tools, materials, methods and safe practices in accordance with best industry practices.
• Collaborated with directors and camera crews to lay out filming sequences and equipment requirements.
• Adhered to safety protocols while installing projectors, displays and speakers.
• Obtained, set up and loaded videotapes for scheduled broadcasts.

Produced live stream games and Operated the baseline and main camera for collegiate sporting events including basketball, volleyball, soccer, and baseball. Provided commentary for live stream baseball games.