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Jerry Blancas

Summary

Experienced EVS Operator (Associate Producer) with over 25 years of expertise in sports production, specializing in televising various sporting events such as MLB, NBA, NFL, NCAA football and basketball, MLS, PGA Tour, and more. Proficient in working on location at event sites, collaborating with diverse production teams within TV trucks. Extensive experience with the Houston Astros and the Houston Rockets, having logged over 2,000 games between the two teams. Skilled in traveling with teams, including charter plane arrangements and hotel accommodations, for 20 years until the onset of the pandemic.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Assistant

ESPN Headquarters
06.1995 - 03.1996
  • Demonstrated adaptability in handling various production roles as needed, enhancing versatility within the team.
  • Provided reliable administrative support for the production team, enabling efficient task completion.
  • Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.

Associate Producer

AT&T SportsNet (Fox Sports)
04.2001 - 06.2020
  • Initiated career as an EVS Operator with the Houston Astros broadcast team in 2001, initially focusing on road games and traveling with the team on chartered planes.
  • Proficiently operated EVS equipment, a multifunctional mini supercomputer, facilitating various production tasks including recording cameras, programming, graphics manipulation, and replay control with precision using features such as the T-bar lever.
  • Managed diverse elements within the EVS system, including playlist creation for player highlights, team analysis, and city scenics, ensuring seamless integration of relevant content into live broadcasts for enhanced viewer engagement.
  • Transitioned to NBC Sports in 2020, expanding scope to national sports broadcasting, including professional golf, English Premier League, NFL, and Rugby, while continuing to excel in EVS operation and production responsibilities.

Associate Producer

Fox Sports Contractor
09.2001 - Current
  • Oversaw post-production activities including video editing, sound mixing, color correction, and motion graphics creation to achieve high-quality final products.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase production efficiency.

Associate Producer

NBC Sports Contractor
01.2021 - Current
  • Provided assistance during live events or broadcasts which contributed to smooth operations without any technical hiccups.
  • Supported producers in decision-making processes, contributing valuable insights from a diverse range of perspectives.
  • Pitched new ideas and arranged interviews and acquisition of footage for stories.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Media Arts With An Emphasis On Sports Broadcasting

University of Arizona

High School Diploma -

Salpointe Catholic HS
05.1988

Skills

  • Talent Booking
  • Pitch Management
  • Event Coverage
  • News Production
  • Team collaboration
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Crafting Storylines
  • Video Editing
  • Cueing Tapes
  • Creative Direction
  • Producer Assistance
  • Social Media Knowledge
  • Audio Editing

Timeline

Associate Producer

NBC Sports Contractor
01.2021 - Current

Associate Producer

Fox Sports Contractor
09.2001 - Current

Associate Producer

AT&T SportsNet (Fox Sports)
04.2001 - 06.2020

Production Assistant

ESPN Headquarters
06.1995 - 03.1996

Bachelor of Arts - Media Arts With An Emphasis On Sports Broadcasting

University of Arizona

High School Diploma -

Salpointe Catholic HS

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