Kenneth J. Hatch
Filmmaker/ Director
Memphis,Tn
Summary
Experienced filmmaker with a passion for all aspects of the craft. Skilled in directing, editing, and cinematography, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality results for both collaborative and personal projects. Thrives in fast-paced environments, excelling in organizing and directing on film sets. Adept at scriptwriting and storytelling, with experience in both film and novel writing.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor/ Photographer
WREG- News Channel 3 Memphis
06.2024 - Current
- Managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
- Capture high-quality footage for news broadcasts and special events
- Edit video using Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and DaVinci Resolve to create polished final products with seamless transitions, color correction, sound design, and motion graphics.
- Captures images and videos of athletic events, using photography skills to depict the emotions of the game.
- Work in accordance with Network and Digital consumers with a professional, poised demeanor under pressure.
- Collaborate with creative teams, news reporters, and producers to conceptualize and execute compelling video projects from pre-production through post-production.
- Train new live event Editors/Photographers as needed.
Filmaker/Director of Photography
University of Central Arkansas
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Skills in creating stories for Television/ Film on a professional platform and being able to network with other companies as well.
- Directed a diverse team of 30 crew members during Filming while ensuring task and time management was being monitored.
- Directed on a professional level with the ability to raise over $7,000 for films
- Guest speaker at many film events for organizations like Indie Memphis Film Festival and have been able to present a speech to younger people in their film careers.
- Interact respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues, and provide assistance.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility in different work situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Germantown High School
Germantown, TN 01.2015 - 1 2019
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
Defiance College
Bachelor of Arts - Directing and Film/Video Production, Creative Writing
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, Arkansas05-2024
Skills
Proficient in Davinci Resolve
Video editing expertise
Sports footage capture
Post-production editing
Proficient with Black Magic Camera
Social media management
Effective time management
Experience with Sony and Canon products
YouTube content creation
Visual creativity
Effective leadership skills
Marketing strategy development
Awards
- Indie Memphis Film Festival Selection, 2024
- Texas Short Film Award Winner, 2024
- Washington DC International Film Festival Award Finalist, 2024
- Chicago Fashion Film Festival Selection, 2024
- Arkansas Cinema Society Film Festival Selection, 2024
- UCA Film Festival Award Winner, 2022
- UCA Film Festival Winner (Grant), 2023
- Oscar Micheaux and Fayetteville Film Award Winner (Grant)
- Selected to attend South by Southwest (Austin Texas), 2024
- Capstone Project: 'StarGazer' Wrote, Directed, and Produced
- Nominated for Best Editor and Best Director, 2024 UCA Film Festival
Accomplishments
• 2024 Indie Memphis Film Festival Selection
• 2024 Texas Short Film Award Winner
• 2024 Washington DC International Film Festival Selection
• 2024 Chicago Fashion Film Festival Selection
• 2024 Arkansas Cinema Society Film Festival Selection
Timeline
Editor/ Photographer
WREG- News Channel 3 Memphis
06.2024 - Current
Filmaker/Director of Photography
University of Central Arkansas
08.2022 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Germantown High School
01.2015 - 1 2019
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
Defiance College
Bachelor of Arts - Directing and Film/Video Production, Creative Writing
University of Central Arkansas