Julie Detomo
Alexandria,VA
Summary
A technology-forward digital communications professional with a history of meeting company goals and leading teams to success. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Task Order Lead for Office of Corporate Communications
Intrepid Solutions, Inc.
01.2023 - Current
- Main point of contact for all agency clients concerning live video creation and needs
- Responsible for scheduling, operating, and preservation of high visibility live video for the agency
- Ensures all clients have been briefed on run of show expectations to complete goals for assets
- Instructs technical knowledge of pre, live, and post-production to staff members
- Acting liaison for larger communications team, integrating visual and written needs.
Site Lead / Multimedia Specialist /Deputy Team Leader
Navstar, Inc. (2018-2023) / Noblis (2023)
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Project manager, creator, and producer of high-end video, audio, special effects, motion graphics, animation for both standalone and series-based deliverables
- Onsite leader of 12 employees assigned to various technical teams in support of mission needs
- Deputy leader and mentor to video/multimedia group; de facto authority on team direction
- Confidant to the CEO, management, onsite leads, and government POCs
- Writer for communications, creator of standard operating procedures, and reviewer of proposals
- Resource to onboarding colleagues regarding ongoing protocol changes and mandates.
- Improved site efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures.
Lead Videographer / Editor / Photographer
DMI, Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Team leader/editor charged with all video needs for the INSCOM mission
- Operator of professional grade video and still cameras within a secure environment (SCIF)
- Manager of studio, sound booth, suites, and offsite locations for shooting video assets
- Mentor to junior videographers, enhancing their skills and fostering professional growth.
- Streamliner the team workflow for increased efficiency and improved project turnaround times.
Multimedia Technician Level III
TWD & Associates, INC.
01.2009 - 01.2017
- Lead editor across several software platforms (AVID Media Composer, Final Cut, and Adobe CC) for projects involving the US President, Vice President, First Lady, Second Lady and the WH cabinet
- Responsible for monitoring and maintaining web, fiber, and satellite video transmissions for the White House Communications to the public
- Liaison between multiple White House support agencies and staff for video and audio creation and distribution
- Producer of final products and materials for the WH digital strategy office and online content
- Collaborator with public-facing White House web team to provide visual assets and written copy against very urgent deadlines
- Advisor to and observer of camera crews for tapings to ensure visual quality and timely delivery
- Designer of visually appealing graphics and animations for public messaging remarks and materials
- Manager of complex schedules for multiple simultaneous projects while adhering to strict deadlines without compromising quality standards
Production Coordinator / Staff Editor
The National Press Club Broadcast Center
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Project Manager and Producer of remote & onsite productions for NPC and their clients
- Operator of all equipment within a multi-million dollar studio including all manner of cameras, professional board and switcher, patch panels, decks, and more
- Coordinator of satellite uplinks and downlinks to accommodate news cycles of the major agencies
- Sole onsite editor for facility: assignments include package playbacks and long format for award shows and galas
- Clients include news agencies, commercial companies, museums, political groups, and celebrities.
Production Assistant for Bureau of the ATF
Maslow Media
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Assist with video production and multimedia creation on behalf of the agency
- General support and scaffolding for all subdivisions within the Visual Services Department to include Videographers, Editors, Photographers and Graphic Artists
Legal Assistant
Grad, Logan & Klewans P.C.
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Serve as support for 3 attorneys in writing and filing briefs and motions and assembling discovery
- Learn and observe the legal system, in both terminology and methodology, to effectively support the work of the lawyers and paralegals
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents
Program Manager for Study Abroad Students
Virginia Tech University
01.2003 - 01.2004
Education
B.S. in Business Information Technology, Minor in Fine Art -
Virginia Tech University
Blacksburg, VA01.2002
University of Notre Dame, Mendoza Business School
University of New Mexico
Northern Virginia Community College
Skills
- Expert in multiple post-production platforms including ADOBE Creative Cloud Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop)
- AVID Media Composer
- Techsmith Camtasia
- Proficient using AMX touch panels well-versed in video & audio production environments to include control room, studio, and field environments
- Fluent in both Apple and PC platforms
- Full familiarity with video and still cameras and associated equipment
TECHNICAL
PROFESSIONAL
- High degree of emotional intelligence
- Notably skilled in all forms of communication: written, visual, and conversational
- Comfortable in client-facing environments
- Extremely organized
- Deadline-driven
- Functional in both a team environment and working independently
- Mission-focused above all else
- Understands how to strike balance between staff and leadership
Credentials And Certifications
- TOP SECRET/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph (DOD)
- CompTIA Security+ Certified since 2016
Timeline
Task Order Lead for Office of Corporate Communications
Intrepid Solutions, Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Site Lead / Multimedia Specialist /Deputy Team Leader
Navstar, Inc. (2018-2023) / Noblis (2023)
01.2018 - 01.2023
Lead Videographer / Editor / Photographer
DMI, Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2018
Multimedia Technician Level III
TWD & Associates, INC.
01.2009 - 01.2017
Production Coordinator / Staff Editor
The National Press Club Broadcast Center
01.2007 - 01.2009
Production Assistant for Bureau of the ATF
Maslow Media
01.2006 - 01.2007
Legal Assistant
Grad, Logan & Klewans P.C.
01.2004 - 01.2006
Program Manager for Study Abroad Students
Virginia Tech University
01.2003 - 01.2004
B.S. in Business Information Technology, Minor in Fine Art -
Virginia Tech University
University of Notre Dame, Mendoza Business School
University of New Mexico
Northern Virginia Community College