Matthew Drake
Seattle
Summary
Porfolio: https://www.korrze.com
Experienced Videographer familiar with producing social media-centric content. Visually analytical and creative with solid soft skills like clear verbal and written communication abilities to internal and external partners. Manages all stages of projects, from pre- to post-production in commercial and personal capacities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Videographer & Video Editor
Korrze Media
06.2018 - Current
- Produces original video content working collaboratively with producers, event organizers, indie music artists, business owners, and designers to facilitate multimedia production.
- Coordinates shoot schedules from potential client leads up to delivering final assets.
- Assists in storyboarding projects, setting project expectations based on budget, renting additional camera & lighting equipment as needed, and location scouting/booking studio rentals.
- Sets up run of show schedules on shoot days, accounting for weather, lighting conditions, and available equipment.
- Camera operation on various gimbal, shoulder, handheld, and static camera rigs. Setup & teardown of lighting. Directing talent on shoot days.
- Drone operation for real estate photo & video.
- Full post-production workflow to final assets; Project asset management, color correction and grading, adding graphics, and voice & sound effects.
Production Assistant
Presenter Group
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Producing live virtual events in studio for Microsoft B2B distributors, operating 5-camera setup utilizing Blackmagic ATEM software and mediating event flow from in-studio hosts to virtual attendees via Microsoft Teams. Adjusting camera angles, lighting, and audio input of hosts.
- Editing virtual event recordings and podcasts; Adding graphics, brand elements, audio-leveling, and asset uploads.
- Light photo-editing: Branding updates, blemish removals, and screen replacements on Microsoft assets for presentation & pitch decks.
- Assisting Creative Director on location, setup/teardown of set and lighting equipment from Cinematographer and pacing teleprompter for on-screen speaking talents.
- Asset organization; logging usage/availability/condition of equipment in studios, offices, and personnel. Assisting in organization of folder structures for the company. Cable management and staging in-house studios.
Corporate Video Editor
Zulily
09.2017 - 09.2021
- Delivered final assets to Zulily's mobile app, website, social media platforms, and commerical television; Editing from single & multi-camera shoots, adding titles, color correction and grading, creating graphic overlays, and adding/editing recorded audio, voiceover, music, and sound effects.
- Developed relations with external business vendors, internal marketing, and internal merchandizing teams, contributing editing expertise/concepts during pre-production touch-bases for camera blocking to plan graphic placement and smooth post-production workflow.
- Acted as backup camera operator, providing lighting plans, setup, teardown, and direction to talents on set.
- Understood creative director's vision and maintained alignment with their vision throughout editing process.
- Reviewed and selected best takes for pacing, continuity, and story-telling impact. Providing the most value for consumers based on performance metrics.
- Created 2D product animations for Zulily's mobile app and website in Premiere and After effects, boosting click-rate and product sales through visually striking media on its photo-centric site.
- Organized project assets, camera media, transcoding video and audio files and managing file backup to digital asset management system.
- Supported sets as a Production Assistant in photo and video shoots. Assisting in styling products on & off model, building full room scenes within safety measures, steaming clothes, and escorting talent/gear to on location shoots.
Skills
- Proficient in Sony, Canon, and Panasonic mirrorless camera operation
- LOG footage-based shooting workflows
- 1, 2, and 3-point lighting setups
- Proficient in Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom, and Audition
- DJI and Zhiyun gimbal operation
- DJI Mavic Air drone operation for photo and video
- Working knowledge in Google Workspace and Microsoft Suite
- Working knowledge in Dropbox, Canva, Airtable, and Hightail
Timeline
Production Assistant
Presenter Group
11.2022 - 09.2023
Freelance Videographer & Video Editor
Korrze Media
06.2018 - Current
Corporate Video Editor
Zulily
09.2017 - 09.2021
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