Jeff Patrick
Creative Director
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Accomplished Creative Director, Owner and Videographer at Headquake Productions. Leveraged creative technical skills and media industry expertise to execute and develop high-impact promotional content. Results-oriented creative professional with experience leading teams, managing budgets and developing strategies to engage target audiences. Proven track record of developing successful and innovative advertising and marketing campaigns that improve brand visibility and increase revenue. Skilled at assembling raw footage, reordering sequences and adjusting content to align with artistic vision.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
36
36
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Founder Nicey Treat
Nicey Treat
04.2012 - Current
- Manage all business operations for two retail stores with over 25 empoloyees
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversee daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs.
- Responsible for all marketing and social media content.
- Implements marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers
- Consistent financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts
Creative Director/Owner
Headquake Productions
01.2012 - 03.2021
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and seamless execution.
- Developed high-impact creative trailers and promotional content for company campaigns from concept to completion.
- Developed strategic communication and marketing plans.
- Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery.
- Combined text, video and other composited elements onscreen to create logical, coherent layouts.
- Enhanced video quality by applying color correction, grading, and special effects techniques.
- Improved client satisfaction by delivering visually engaging content tailored to their specific needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with clients to produce videos according to specifications, including desired length, style and pace.
Co-Owner
J.B. Goods
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Managed day-to-day business operations and team members
- Managed all financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Boosted ecommerce sales by developing and implementing innovative digital marketing strategies.
- Enhanced ad visibility with strategic placement of Google Shopping ads to drive eCommerce sales growth for clients.
Video Producer
Media Production Associates
01.1995 - 04.2005
- Oversaw all aspects of live event coverage, from camera operation to live-streaming setup, capturing memorable moments for various audiences.
- Oversaw logistical aspects from pre-production to post-production.
- Coordinated closely with talent and crew to ensure smooth on-set operations during filming sessions.
- Implemented workflow improvements to enhance collaboration among team members during the production process.
- Designed custom graphics and animations to enhance visual storytelling in video productions.
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects.
Creative Associate
Rutter Communications
01.1993 - 01.1995
- Combined text, video and other composited elements onscreen to create logical, coherent layouts.
- Developed creative solutions for complex editing challenges, enhancing the overall narrative impact of videos.
- Oversaw creative development and filming of different types of video content.
- Developed creative copy for advertising campaigns that resonated with target audiences and drove sales growth.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN 09.1988 - 12.2024
Skills
Creative team leadership
Strategic communications
Video Editing & Production (Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop)
Voiceover direction
Visual Effects
Lighting techniques
Content Strategy
Creative Direction
Animation and motion graphics
Motion Graphics Design
Script Writing
Video Compression
Certification
Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Certificate
Timeline
Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Certificate
01-2024
Owner/Founder Nicey Treat
Nicey Treat
04.2012 - Current
Creative Director/Owner
Headquake Productions
01.2012 - 03.2021
Co-Owner
J.B. Goods
01.2005 - 01.2011
Video Producer
Media Production Associates
01.1995 - 04.2005
Creative Associate
Rutter Communications
01.1993 - 01.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications
Indiana University Bloomington
09.1988 - 12.2024