Lynette Schwanger
Leadville,CO
Summary
Led in highly dynamic and fast-paced environments, focusing on strategic growth and operational efficiency. Developed comprehensive skills in organizational leadership and financial management, consistently driving transformative results. Transitioning to new field, aiming to leverage these skills to create impactful solutions in diverse settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO | Co-Founder | Partner
Lightswitch Video
01.2019 - Current
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce operational expenses without sacrificing quality.
Video Production Manager
Lightswitch Video
05.2013 - 01.2019
- Hired and managed a team of freelance video editors and production coordinators
- Oversaw up to 40 video projects per month
- Continually assessed company's productivity and ensured the company was on track for monthly profitability
- Managed client accounts including Chicago Tribune, Gannett, Groupon, and Open Table
Video Production Coordinator
Lightswitch Video
11.2011 - 05.2013
- Built a Video Operations department from the ground up.
- Consulted with web development team to determine how the Lightswitch website would function.
- Hired camera operators, crew, and video editors in major cities throughout the U.S.
- Determined the most efficient and cost effective media workflow for the company’s needs.
- Managed client accounts including Groupon, Career Builder, and Open Table.
- Shot and edited custom client videos.
Freelance Filmmaker
Self Employed
01.2010 - 09.2012
- I worked as Camera Operator, Grip, and Key Production Assistant for various productions, including commercials, music videos, TV shows and pilots, web series, shorts, and features
Video Editor - Video Operations Staff
Playboy Enterprises, Inc.
02.2010 - 11.2011
- Creatively edited video footage and prepared the edits for web and mobile distribution.
- Worked efficiently in order to meet deadlines and follow a strict schedule
- Met with clients to ensure the project was in line with their vision
- Assisted on video shoots
Video Production Intern
Mimi Productions
01.2010 - 04.2010
- Operated the camera, gaffed, and served as boom operator for corporate videos, commercials, viral series, and Direct TV shows.
- Edited several short videos for web distribution
Videographer - Marketing Department
YMCA Camps Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer
05.2009 - 08.2009
- I shot footage of camp activities daily, logged footage, worked in coordination with Camp TV in Dallas, Texas, and completed several short editing projects for the camp
Teaching Assistant
Denison University
08.2008 - 05.2009
- Assisted in teaching an introductory 16mm film production class
- Presented equipment instruction, provided feedback to students, performed minor camera repairs, and projected films
Scene Shop Assistant
Denison University
08.2006 - 05.2009
- Worked during school months only (August to May)
- Worked together with fellow students as well as independently to build set pieces for Denison’s theater productions, operated machinery, cleaned and prepared theater for shows, worked efficiently in order to meet deadlines and follow a strict schedule, and used creativity to solve problems and achieve the director’s set design
Videographer - Marketing Department
YMCA Camps Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer
05.2008 - 08.2008
- I shot footage of camp activities daily, logged footage, worked in coordination with Camp TV in Dallas, Texas, and completed several short editing projects for the camp
Marketing Assistant
Facets Multi-Media
05.2007 - 08.2007
- Updated spreadsheets with statistical, financial and non-financial information.
- Proofread marketing collateral ahead of printing to eliminate errors.
- Assisted with the assembly of monthly newsletters and DVD booklets
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English - Creative Writing
Denison University
Granville, OH05-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema
Denison University
Granville, OH05-2009
Skills
- Effective decision making
- Operational excellence
- Customer focus
- Strategic visioning
- Inspirational leadership
- Operations management
- Employee motivation and performance
Timeline
CEO | Co-Founder | Partner
Lightswitch Video
01.2019 - Current
Video Production Manager
Lightswitch Video
05.2013 - 01.2019
Video Production Coordinator
Lightswitch Video
11.2011 - 05.2013
Video Editor - Video Operations Staff
Playboy Enterprises, Inc.
02.2010 - 11.2011
Freelance Filmmaker
Self Employed
01.2010 - 09.2012
Video Production Intern
Mimi Productions
01.2010 - 04.2010
Videographer - Marketing Department
YMCA Camps Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer
05.2009 - 08.2009
Teaching Assistant
Denison University
08.2008 - 05.2009
Videographer - Marketing Department
YMCA Camps Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer
05.2008 - 08.2008
Marketing Assistant
Facets Multi-Media
05.2007 - 08.2007
Scene Shop Assistant
Denison University
08.2006 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Arts - English - Creative Writing
Denison University
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema
Denison University
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