Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Affiliations
Software
Accomplishments
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Julie Kimmel

Julie Kimmel

Lake Hopatcong,USA

Summary

Creative Editor, Director and Producer with 30 years of experience in video and film production. Proven ability to transform concepts into engaging content through effective storytelling and project management. Strong collaboration skills with strategic and creative teams to deliver high-quality video projects. Expertise in preproduction, logistics, planning, production, and asset management.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificate

Work History

Producer/Director/Editor

JAM Productions - Video & Multimedia
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
01.2017 - Current
  • Directed and produced corporate films for social media and websites.
  • Managed production design and project workflows for film creation.
  • Developed concepts for photography and graphic design across digital platforms.
  • Produced and directed over 150 virtual and hybrid events.
  • Facilitated all stages of video production, ensuring project efficiency.
  • Edited content in real-time during events to maintain high-quality standards.
  • Contributed to creative meetings, shaping ideas and establishing project timelines.
  • Created and managed storyboards, overseeing post-production editing and final formats.

Technical Director/Senior Editor/Vice Chairperson

Hoboken International Film Festival
N. Haledon, NJ
02.2018 - 12.2020
  • Managed production for weeklong festival, overseeing opening and closing ceremonies across three screening locations.
  • Edited video packages for nominations and achievement reels featuring Louis Gossett Jr., Jason London, and Martin Kove.
  • Directed crew during setup and rehearsals for live events, including gala ceremony.
  • Collaborated with filmmakers to address technical aspects of submissions effectively.
  • Implemented technological improvements that enhanced operational efficiency.
  • Proposed technical process enhancements to optimize resource utilization.
  • Anticipated technical challenges and developed proactive solutions to mitigate risks.

Director/Associate Producer

Justice For All Productions
N. Haledon, NJ
04.2018 - 03.2020
  • Directed multiple music videos and feature film A Karate Christmas Miracle with Eric Roberts, Martin Kove, and Julie McCullough.
  • Served as associate producer for feature film The Savant starring Robert Loggia and documentary Four Presidents.
  • Scheduled filming days, coordinating pre-production meetings through final editing phases.
  • Conducted rehearsals to strengthen actors' emotional performances and creative expressions.
  • Selected locations and settings for scenes, determining camera angles, and actor marks.

Pre-Production Manager

SmartSource
Englewood, NJ
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Maintained communications with executives from Citibank, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and BNY.
  • Coordinated over 150 large-scale events and projects, managing all phases from pre-production to postproduction.
  • Conducted site surveys to propose necessary audio/video equipment accurately.
  • Determined crew requirements and scheduled employees to adapt to changing production timelines.
  • Monitored team budgets to ensure project alignment and minimize waste.

Technical Director

SmartSource
Englewood, NJ
01.2014 - 12.2014
  • Coordinated events and projects for Citibank and Goldman Sachs from pre-production to postproduction.
  • Led project teams through task delegation, performance evaluation, and pace monitoring.
  • Collaborated with crew and clients to uphold quality standards throughout production.
  • Produced detailed room diagrams and 3D renderings to visualize setups.
  • Assessed technical challenges and developed proactive solutions to mitigate risks.
  • Achieved two Outstanding Customer Service Achievement Awards for exemplary service.

Producer

Reel Cafe Productions, LLC
West Milford, NJ
03.2009 - 12.2014
  • Delivered final projects on time and within budget through effective client collaboration.
  • Developed innovative web and graphic design concepts to enhance project appeal.
  • Edited multimedia projects utilizing Final Cut and Adobe Premiere for optimal quality.

Production Manager

Production Glue
New York, NY
08.2013 - 01.2014
  • Acted as liaison between creative and technical divisions to enhance collaboration.
  • Coordinated client projects from pre-production through postproduction, ensuring seamless execution.
  • Developed integrated communication system between warehouse and creative staff, boosting efficiency by 60%.
  • Implemented software system to organize staff and equipment preparation for events.

Education

Associate of Science - Science in Broadcasting

Bergen Community College, Paramus, NJ
12.1994
  • Dean’s List
  • President, Alpha Epsilon Rho
  • GPA: 3.97 GPA

Some College (No Degree) - Agricultural Economics

University of Delaware, Newark, DE

Skills

  • Mac OS and Windows proficiency
  • Adobe Creative Suite expertise
  • Video editing and production
  • Attention to detail
  • Creative collaboration
  • Event planning and execution
  • Budget management
  • Time management
  • Storytelling techniques
  • Project management
  • Color grading
  • Creative direction
  • Problem solving
  • Virtual events management
  • DaVinci Resolve expertise
  • Live event coordination
  • Script development and analysis
  • Technical direction
  • Film and video production
  • Audio/visual equipment

Certification

  • Part 107 UAG (Unmanned Aircraft/Drone) License - 2020
  • Meta Digital Marketing - 2025

Timeline

Director/Associate Producer - Justice For All Productions
04.2018 - 03.2020
Technical Director/Senior Editor/Vice Chairperson - Hoboken International Film Festival
02.2018 - 12.2020
Producer/Director/Editor - JAM Productions - Video & Multimedia
01.2017 - Current
Pre-Production Manager - SmartSource
01.2015 - 01.2017
Technical Director - SmartSource
01.2014 - 12.2014
Production Manager - Production Glue
08.2013 - 01.2014
Producer - Reel Cafe Productions, LLC
03.2009 - 12.2014
Bergen Community College - Associate of Science, Science in Broadcasting
University of Delaware - Some College (No Degree), Agricultural Economics

Affiliations

  • Cinetech Media Professionals (formerly MCA-I) Member - April 2006 to 2024 Secretary - September 2017 to 2024
  • Rotary International

Software

Adobe Premiere

DaVinci Resolve

Accomplishments

  • · 2 Outstanding Customer Service Achievement Awards for work with Citibank

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