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JAMES BROWNING

Videographer, Video Producer, Editor & Photography
Houston,TX

Summary

Creative professional with robust history in developing and leading impactful creative projects. Known for delivering compelling visual content and innovative branding solutions that align with business goals. Reliable team collaborator focused on achieving results through adaptability and effective communication. Expertise in project management and creative direction, valued for strategic vision and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Creative Lead

Just Right Reader
Dallas, TX
10.2024 - Current
  • Direct and produce video content for a reading curriculum including educational, promotional, and instructional videos.
  • Oversaw technical production and implementation of online creatives.
  • Understood, educated and presented to company and to clients.
  • Handled client communications and led meetings, providing clear direction and consistent updates on design progress.
  • Managed and mentored internal team of digital designers and extended team of regular freelance designers.
  • Partnered closely with senior leadership and creative team to accumulate and disseminate best practices.
  • Streamlined project workflows for increased efficiency and faster completion times.
  • Presented creative concepts to executive leadership, securing buy-in for ambitious initiatives and campaigns.
  • Oversaw production processes, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality final products while adhering to budget constraints.
  • Directed photo shoots for print and digital media, reviewing each element against client standards and expectations.
  • Oversaw implementation of editing, color correction and other post-production processes.
  • Managed workloads of designers, illustrators and other team members to optimize productivity and timeliness of task completion.
  • Fostered a highly communicative, collaborative team culture on visual product projects.
  • Developed style guides to promote consistent branding across projects.

Owner

NAK Productions
01.2008 - Current
  • Freelance video production, web development, interactive stage lighting design, event organization and IT consulting.
  • Clients: Herman Park Urban Green Steering Committee, Old Smokey, C&K Properties, Get Chisumed, Gerger Khalil & Hennessy, Glenlivet, Lyric Michelle, Navy Hair Care, Rothfelder & Falick LLC, Safeway Certifications.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.

Videographer, Production

Accelerate Learning, STEMscopes
01.2011 - 10.2024
  • Direct and produce video content for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) curriculum including educational, promotional, and instructional videos.
  • Operates video cameras, on location and in the studio; design, transports, sets up, and operates production equipment, including audio and lighting equipment both for field and studio productions.
  • Completes the post-production activities such as editing, motion graphics, compositing, music selection, and media conversion.
  • Delivered polished videos on time by efficiently managing post-production tasks such as color grading, sound mixing, and visual effects creation.
  • Filmed live events and promotional videos, capturing memorable moments for a wide array of clientele.
  • Collaborated with other production team members for successful completion of projects.
  • Developed creative approaches to video production to create unique and engaging content.
  • Enhanced video production quality by utilizing advanced editing techniques and software using Adobe Creative Suite
  • Streamlined workflow for faster project turnaround times by implementing efficient organizational systems.
  • Streamlined post-production workflow, significantly reducing editing time while maintaining high-quality output.
  • Elevated brand stories, creating impactful video content that resonated with target audiences.
  • Storyboarded films and recorded over 9,000 hours of footage for 100's of projects.

Video Editor / Web Development

Lisa Malosky Productions / Fridell Video
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Company Overview: www.lisamaloskyproductions.com
  • Video editor and production assistant for promotional content for clients such as Camp for All, The Houstonian, and Women on the Move.
  • Production assistant for Fridell Video for clients such as ABC, HBO, and MTV.
  • Www.lisamaloskyproductions.com

Education

Bachelor of Science - RADIO-TELEVISION-FILM

College of Communication, The University of Texas
Austin
08.2005 - 01.2008

BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS CERTIFICATE -

McCombs School of Business, The University of Texas
Austin, TX
08.2005 - 01.2008

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Leadership Experience

  • Urban Green Steering Committee for Hermann Park Conservancy
  • Camp Lead for a Texas regional art festival

Timeline

Creative Lead

Just Right Reader
10.2024 - Current

Videographer, Production

Accelerate Learning, STEMscopes
01.2011 - 10.2024

Video Editor / Web Development

Lisa Malosky Productions / Fridell Video
01.2010 - 01.2013

Owner

NAK Productions
01.2008 - Current

Bachelor of Science - RADIO-TELEVISION-FILM

College of Communication, The University of Texas
08.2005 - 01.2008

BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS CERTIFICATE -

McCombs School of Business, The University of Texas
08.2005 - 01.2008

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