James Krentz
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in production support, logistics support, and all encompassing photography. Skilled in team collaboration and quality assurance, consistently ensuring seamless operations and high standards in production and live broadcast environments. Looking to advance, adapt, and excel in broadcast-production and, IT roles.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Production Assistant & Runner
ESPN Sports Media
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted in assembling and maintaining equipment for live broadcasts.
- Supported crew members during production by managing logistics and workflow.
- Monitored audio and video feeds for quality assurance during events.
- Conducted regular checks on overhead stadium sky-cam lines, ensuring uninterrupted operation during events.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
Assistant Manager of Operations
Fox's Pizza Den
Monroeville, PA
2014 - Current
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service best practices to enhance guest satisfaction.
- Coordinated daily operations to ensure alignment with company standards and performance goals.
- Collaborated with management on promotional campaigns to drive customer engagement and sales growth.
- Managed daily schedules, ensuring optimal resource allocation and task completion.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Restaurant Advertisement Photographer
LOCALPittsburgh Magazine
Pittsburgh, PA
2019 - 2019
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Collaborated with editorial team to develop creative concepts and visual narratives.
- Utilized advanced camera equipment and editing software to ensure image quality and consistency.
- Assisted in planning and executing photo shoots, coordinating logistics with subjects and locations.
Portrait Photographer
Studio/On-Location Portraits
Pittsburgh, PA
2016 - 2019
- Captured high-quality portraits in studio and on-location settings, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Coordinated with clients to determine desired styles and poses, enhancing creative direction.
- Utilized advanced photography equipment and editing software for optimal image quality.
Education
Associate of Science - Digital Photography
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA2018
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Production support
- Inventory monitoring
- Film crew support
- Studio lighting techniques
- Post-Production
Certification
- IBM Skills Build - Intro to Information Technology
Software Proficency
- Lightroom / Cataloging
- PhotoShop
- Premiere-Pro
- Google Drive / Office Applications
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Sports Production Assistant & Runner
ESPN Sports Media
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager of Operations
Fox's Pizza Den
2014 - Current
Restaurant Advertisement Photographer
LOCALPittsburgh Magazine
2019 - 2019
Portrait Photographer
Studio/On-Location Portraits
2016 - 2019
Associate of Science - Digital Photography
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh