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Matthew Kieffer

Matthew Kieffer

Huntsville,AL

Summary

Senior Videographer/Photographer/Editor with twelve years experience using a variety of technical tools to turn creative vision into engaging visual productions. I'm looking for a new role with a forward-thinking organization that is excited about the future of graphics and video. I am constantly learning and upgrading my technical skills and have a huge personal interest in AI to help increase content production efficiencies. I have a sharp eye for detail and always work diligently to balance bringing creative ideas to life, while addressing business needs and meeting or beating deadlines.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Editor and Photographer/Videographer

Showcase Photographers
12.2016 - Current
  • On-site video and real estate photography
  • Image and video editing projects supporting 15,000+ real estate professionals in the Tennessee, Alabama, Texas, South Carolina and Florida markets
  • Acting creative director for many projects by selecting relevant images for maximum marketing impact
  • Edited content for accuracy, clarity, and consistency
  • Created and implemented workflows to streamline editing processes
  • Developed and maintained editorial standards for content across editing teams
  • Delegated and tracked each staff member's assignments and deadlines

Wil Jernigan Automotive Photography

Wil Jernigan
08.2016 - Current
  • Partnered with Redbull for promotional event to shooting video and stills for their advertising agency
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently within tight deadlines and in an extremely fast-paced production environment
  • Fast-motion shooting with vehicles and motorbikes driving on the Dragon in the Smoky Mountains
  • Participated in account management by listening to customers desired project outcomes, handled customer concerns quickly
  • Videography and photography projects across multiple automotive customers and special events

Redbull

Redbull Marketing- With Wil Jernigan Photography
01.2020 - 03.2021
  • Shot and edited video and still images of vehicles that were stationary, and also moving at high rates of speed using proper shutter and aperture on cameras
  • Photographed and filmed luxury/exotic vehicles for Redbull. Images and video available in online portfolio
  • Managed on-site team strategic planning to achieve content volume results according to schedule
  • Work directly with agency manager to capture desired visual interest of each sponsored automobile

B-Roll Lifestyle /Wedding Filming & Editing

Little Josh Productions
01.2017 - 07.2017
  • Seasonal/ freelance job providing back up footage for weddings filmed in Nashville area
  • Audio and Visual recording editing projects
  • Extract still photography images from wedding footage to increase lifestyle image options for customers in addition to more formal/traditional wedding poses
  • Edited raw footage shot by me and other team members

Video Editor/Videographer

Rocketown/Sixth Ave- Old Location
02.2015 - 10.2016
  • On-site production management including equipment delivery and set-up for camera dollies, sliders, and jibs
  • Operated video cameras in various environments, adjusting settings appropriately for outdoor and studio
  • Troubleshot camera and lighting issues to minimize impact on film schedule
  • Worked closely and communicated regularly with clients to understand and capture vision on video.
  • Recorded multiple camera angles simultaneously to capture more dynamic shots
  • Adjusted focus, zoom, and aperture to obtain desired visual effects
  • Edited raw footage in post-production to produce professional video content
  • Produced videos according to client specifications, including desired length, style and pace
  • Collaborated with other production team members for successful completion of projects

Lead Video Editor/videographer

Barefoot Republic Christian Camp
01.2013 - 08.2013
  • Created short-form videos, animated gifs, and motion graphics for various social media and digital platforms
  • Production management from concept to completion by developing final edits, color schemes, and other elements in post-production process
  • Partnered with colorists and sound artists to develop look and feel of each visual asset
  • Participated in creative brainstorming for new content series, social media campaign story boarding, and sponsorship initiatives

Education

2005-Present - Visual Effects, Video Editing, Adobe Creative

Specialized Online Courses

High School Diploma -

Gallatin High School
Gallatin, TN
05.2005

Skills

  • Video Editing
  • Graphics
  • Visual Effects
  • Image Retouching
  • Location Scouting & Shooting
  • 360 degree & Drone Video Production
  • Team Projects
  • Quality Control

Production Tools

  • Pinnacle Studios - 3 years
  • Final Cut Pro - 6 years
  • Adobe Lightroom - 12 years
  • Adobe Photoshop - 12 years
  • Premiere Pro - 6 years
  • Adobe After Effects - 4 years
  • CrossFTP - 7 years
  • DaVinci Resolve - 9 years
  • Filmora - 10 years
  • Ricoh Theta Stitcher - 4 years

Online Portfolio

https://www.matthew-kieffer.com/

Timeline

Redbull

Redbull Marketing- With Wil Jernigan Photography
01.2020 - 03.2021

B-Roll Lifestyle /Wedding Filming & Editing

Little Josh Productions
01.2017 - 07.2017

Lead Editor and Photographer/Videographer

Showcase Photographers
12.2016 - Current

Wil Jernigan Automotive Photography

Wil Jernigan
08.2016 - Current

Video Editor/Videographer

Rocketown/Sixth Ave- Old Location
02.2015 - 10.2016

Lead Video Editor/videographer

Barefoot Republic Christian Camp
01.2013 - 08.2013

2005-Present - Visual Effects, Video Editing, Adobe Creative

Specialized Online Courses

High School Diploma -

Gallatin High School

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