Hi, I’m
Juan Salazar
Video Producer
Winfield,Illinois
Summary
Dynamic Technical Manager with extensive experience at NewsNation, excelling in live production management and technical troubleshooting. Proven track record in optimizing transmission workflows and enhancing team collaboration. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to achieve seamless operations and deliver high-quality broadcasts. Strong interpersonal communication skills drive successful guest coordination and issue resolution.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
NewsNation
Technical Manager
07.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Manage the day-to-day technical and engineering requirements associated with assigned network productions within Chicago studios and control rooms
- Monitor live shots activity and live guest transmissions
- Identify and alert production personnel to issues
- Support the studio and control room environments while overseeing transmission workflows
- Establish and maintain a prominent and proactive control room/studio presence to best ensure smooth technical operations
- Report on a daily basis on outlining assignment details, technical irregularities, actions taken, and recommendations for follow up
- Work with Production & Guest Booking personnel in readying live shot transmissions for air and in studio appearance needs
- Work closely with Engineering group in identifying technical needs related to all NewsNation control room and studio facilities
Apostolic Faith ChurchChicago
Video Editor/Motion Graphics
06.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Video Editing, Motion graphics
- Edited video content for church services and events using professional software.
- Collaborated with ministry leaders to ensure accurate portrayal of messages.
- Reviewed footage to select optimal clips for final production.
- Managed project timelines to meet editing deadlines efficiently.
- Edited video by adding graphics, titles, audio and special effects.
- Implemented visual effects, animation, color correction techniques, and audio mixing to enhance the overall quality of videos.
NBCUniversal Telemundo EnterprisesChicago
News Director/Video Editor
08.2021 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Directed news coverage at NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises
- Oversaw the production of high-quality news broadcasts
- Edited video content for various programming formats
- Collaborated with producers and directors to ensure creative vision alignment.
- Reviewed footage to select the best takes for final production approval.
Univision Communications Inc.Greater Chicago Area
Technical Director
09.2019 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Monitoring the technical aspects of all video sources - gain levels, chroma phase, synchtiming, etc.
- Ensuring all vision sources are maintained at 'broadcast quality'.
- Working off of an automated system, ELC Control System.
Wheaton Bible Church- Iglesia del Pueblo
Video Producer - Motion Graphics
01.2015 - 01.2017
Job overview
- Video Production, Camera Work, Editing. Motion Graphics.
WYCC PBS Chicago
Intern-Assistant Producer
02.2015 - 05.2015
Job overview
- Transcribing, Live Video, Assistant Producer, Live Show Production, Talent Coordinator
Moody Bible Institute
Web Content Specialist
01.2013 - 10.2014
Job overview
- Web Content Specialist, Social Media
Outreach Community Ministries
Bilingual Receptionist
03.2013 - 10.2013
Job overview
- Translation, Clerical Work
Resolution Digital Studios
Production Crew
02.2013 - 06.2013
Job overview
- Production Crew, Talent Coordinator, Assistant Producer
Cornelious IncBensenville
Production Line Team Leader
01.2009 - 01.2010
Job overview
- Supervised production line operations to ensure efficient workflow.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and equipment use.
- Coordinated daily tasks to meet production schedules and deadlines.
- Monitored quality control processes to maintain product standards.
- Facilitated communication between team members and management.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to ensure optimal performance.
- Resolved conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Resolved employee concerns to maintain a positive work environment.
Education
Judson UniversityElgin, IL
Master of Business Administration - MBA from Marketing
01.2021
Columbia College ChicagoChicago, IL
Bachelors from Directing/Producing in Television
01.2017
College Of DuPage Community CollegeGlen Ellyn, IL
Associate from Applied Science Television Production
01.2012
Skills
- Product Management
- Operations management
- Live production management
- Post-production editing
- Transmission workflows
- Interpersonal communication
- Collaborative teamwork
- Technical troubleshooting
- Issue resolution
- Guest coordination
- Workflow optimization
- IT team collaboration
- Technical system improvements
- Technical leadership
- Project Management
- Cross-Functional Team Building
Certification
Tv Production
Personal Information
Title: Content Editor/Creator
Affiliations
- Performace musical artist since the age of 12
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Technical Manager
NewsNation
07.2024 - Current
News Director/Video Editor
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises
08.2021 - 06.2024
Technical Director
Univision Communications Inc.
09.2019 - 09.2021
Intern-Assistant Producer
WYCC PBS Chicago
02.2015 - 05.2015
Video Producer - Motion Graphics
Wheaton Bible Church- Iglesia del Pueblo
01.2015 - 01.2017
Video Editor/Motion Graphics
Apostolic Faith Church
06.2014 - Current
Bilingual Receptionist
Outreach Community Ministries
03.2013 - 10.2013
Production Crew
Resolution Digital Studios
02.2013 - 06.2013
Web Content Specialist
Moody Bible Institute
01.2013 - 10.2014
Production Line Team Leader
Cornelious Inc
01.2009 - 01.2010
Judson University
Master of Business Administration - MBA from Marketing
Columbia College Chicago
Bachelors from Directing/Producing in Television
College Of DuPage Community College
Associate from Applied Science Television Production