Karim Zabaneh
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Music Minister
Crown Point Baptist Church
01.2019 - Current
- Led musical performances and coordinated music programs for various church events.
Professional Photographer
Cady Studios
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Filmed and photographed client content on-site, ensuring adherence to high-quality production standards
- Collaborated with the marketing team to develop creative ideas and concepts for visual content
- Produced and edited long-form video content for YouTube and other platforms
- Created short-form video content optimized for social media.
Senior Intern
Channel 4, WJXT, News 4 JAX
- Multi-Platform Producer: Edited and produced stories, collaborating with various editors
- Photojournalist: Filmed and edited news packages, covered Hurricane Ian, and utilized drone technology for aerial shots
- Floor Director: Managed studio operations, timing, and communication during live broadcasts
- Show Director: Assisted in directing segments and shadowed the News Director
- Show Producer: Produced an entire show, including scriptwriting, graphic design, and teleprompter operation
- Digital Producer: Managed website content, tracked viewership, and edited articles.
Media and Video Director
Episcopal Diocese of Florida St John's Cathedral
Jacksonville, FL
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Establishing the Streaming System for most of the Churches in the Diocese during Covid.
- Managed and directed video production for church services and events.
- Edited raw footage into a finished product using non-linear editing systems such as Avid or Final Cut Pro X.
- Managed post-production process including color correction, audio sweetening, graphics creation and special effects integration.
Stationary Camera Operator
First Baptist Church
- Operated camera equipment during services and events to ensure quality live-streaming.
Lead Actor & Performer
Jacksonville Passion Play
- Participated as a singer and performer in the yearly Christmas Musical Program attended by hundreds of people.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Communication and TV Production and Film -
University of North Florida
09.2024
Associate in Arts -
Florida State College at Jacksonville
05.2019
Skills
- Time Management and Deadline Adherence
- Technical Skills: familiarity with editing Software
Accomplishments
- Winner of a major singing contest on Channel 4, performed the National Anthem at the 4th of July celebration.
- Featured artist singing at the Harmonious Show on Disney Plus.
Marketingskills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- IMovie
- Logic Pro
- Edius
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Voice Over Professional
A Professional Voice Coach and Experienced Voice Over
Timeline
Professional Photographer
Cady Studios
10.2023 - 09.2024
Media and Video Director
Episcopal Diocese of Florida St John's Cathedral
06.2020 - 05.2022
Music Minister
Crown Point Baptist Church
01.2019 - Current
Senior Intern
Channel 4, WJXT, News 4 JAX
Stationary Camera Operator
First Baptist Church
Lead Actor & Performer
Jacksonville Passion Play
Bachelor of Science in Communication and TV Production and Film -
University of North Florida
Associate in Arts -
Florida State College at Jacksonville
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