Micah Sewell
Normal,IL
Summary
A proficient student with a knack for rapid learning and contributing positively to team efforts. Boasts a track record of successful projects, leveraging leadership, communication, and teamwork skills to accomplish tasks. Demonstrates a strong academic record coupled with a steadfast commitment to integrity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Intern
Illinois State University: Department of Marketing and Communications
Normal, IL
01.2021 - Current
- I edited Videos and Graphics and managed the YouTube for the school
- I also shot multiple types of videos, from interviews to advertisements and TikTok and Instagram content.
- Collaborated with stakeholders in creating marketing and branding materials.
- Organize and manage multiple camera angles during shoots.
- Leveraged digital visual effects, motion graphics and compositing applications to create video content.
- Edited and manipulated videos to upload and post to social media platforms.
- Edit raw footage into a final product using non-linear editing systems such as Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere.
- Provide guidance to interns or assistants who are learning the basics of videography.
- Conduct interviews with newsworthy individuals for broadcast segments or documentaries.
- Configured shots based on daily needs, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Handled camera setups, angles and movement following cues.
Freelance Photographer
Self-Employed
Mattoon, IL
01.2015 - Current
- Coordinated and completed photoshoots for individuals, families and small groups.
- Developed promotional materials such as brochures or flyers featuring photographic work.
- Used traditional or digital cameras along with tripods, filters and flash attachments.
- Selected and assembled photography equipment and required backdrops.
- Transferred photographs to computers for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
- Explained price and package details to customers.
- Improvised photographic methods and techniques.
- Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
- Organized photo shoots, including scheduling, equipment setup, and maintaining a safe working environment.
- Worked with design team to align photography with project specifications.
Media Production and News Room Crew
TV-10 News
Normal, IL
01.2022 - 05.2023
- I interviewed different people for news stories and shot and edited the stories alongside other student journalists.
- Provided technical support during filming when needed, troubleshooting any issues that arise quickly.
- Set up video editing systems and encoded raw footage into various digital formats.
- Created graphics and animations using traditional and cutting-edge techniques.
- Edited videos using non-linear editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro X.
- Built animations and models showing objects in motion.
Education
Mass Media - Visual And Performing Arts
Illinois State University
true05-2024
Filmmaking - Directing and Theatrical Production
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2021
Skills
- Photographer (2016 - 2023)
- Videographer (2019 - 2023)
- Licensed graphic artist (2019 - 2021)
- File Management
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Audio Editing
- Adobe After Effects
- Final Cut Pro
- Sound Design
- Graphic Design
- Post-Production Editing
- Sound Editing
- Narration Mastery
- Color Correction and Grading
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Deadline Adherence
- Stakeholder Management
Bio
My name is Micah Sewell, and I recently graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor of Arts and Science.
Programs
- Lightroom
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Indesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Portfolio
- Adobe After Effects
- Canva
- Streamlabs OBS
- Microsoft Suite
- Asana
Projects
Portfolio, Adobe portfolio page, https://mdsewell.myportfolio.com/
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Media Production and News Room Crew
TV-10 News
01.2022 - 05.2023
Student Intern
Illinois State University: Department of Marketing and Communications
01.2021 - Current
Freelance Photographer
Self-Employed
01.2015 - Current
Mass Media - Visual And Performing Arts
Illinois State University
Filmmaking - Directing and Theatrical Production
Columbia College Chicago
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