Michael Dennis
Arlington,TX
Summary
Skilled Media Producer with 13 years of experience. Sets up and operates equipment, edits final videos and adds effects. Also proficient in logistical and financial coordination for larger video/film productions. Well-organized with disciplined approach and good time management skills. Enthusiastic about developing and realizing cohesive vision with each project.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
Grand Prairie High School
08.2024 - Current
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language and literature learning.
- Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
Video Producer/Media Director
Hillcrest Baptist Church
07.2018 - Current
- Oversaw creative development and production of different types of audio and video content.
- Scheduled shoots and set up filming by communicating with talent and crew.
- Managed and coordinated post-production video editing, motion graphics design, compositing, and quality assurance reviewing.
- Oversaw lighting, graphics, audio and camera movements for weekly livestream.
- Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.
English Teacher
Wilmer-Hutchins High School
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Planned engaging lessons with TEKS-aligned objectives
- Provided proficient Tier 1 instruction differentiated to multiple learning styles, differences, and levels
- Worked in a PLC team to track data, strategize, and produce targeted Tier 2 instruction for struggling students
- Engaged parents in dialogue over their student's strengths, weaknesses, and areas of growth
Minister to Students
Hillcrest Baptist Church
07.2018 - 01.2023
- Taught students weekly in large and small group settings utilizing various creative methods
- Worked closely with parents to help their students apply what they were learning
- Created and oversaw budgets, planned and executed events, organized community service teams
- Recruited and trained teachers and other leaders to serve in various capacities within the ministry
Minister of Discipleship and Administration
Retta Baptist Church
04.2013 - 06.2018
- Shot, edited, and post-produced video content for promotion, outreach, social media engagement, and internal use
- Oversaw media and technology needs throughout the campus, including network and audio/video maintenance and upgrades
- Trained small group teachers
- Selected and provided oversight for small group curriculum
- Taught large and small groups as needed utilizing appropriate methods and helps
- Supervised all financial operations including budget creation, fundraising, accounting, etc.
Exective Producer
Retta Vision Motion Pictures
08.2012 - 10.2017
- Co-Produced a feature film with a theatrical release and a episodes of a series currently streaming on Angel Studios
- Determined project budgets to estimate and control overall project costs.
- Approved procurement of needed services, resources, equipment and supplies.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
- Supervised production team of 15-20 workers to identify problems and provide effective solutions to maintain team productivity.
- Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
- Supervised creation process to verify on brand, impactful and relevant content.
Patient Accounts Representative
Cooper and Bush Physical Therapy
04.2008 - 12.2013
- Interfaced with patients to schedule appointments, verify insurance, and collect balances owed
- Assisted Office Manager with general organizational duties filing and data entry
College Minister
Retta Baptist Church
05.2011 - 12.2012
- Taught and mentored college students on a weekly basis
- Planned and executed events for college students
Education
Master of Arts - English
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Studies
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX05-2008
High School Diploma - undefined
Alvarado High School
Alvarado, TX05.2005
Skills
- Video lighting and sound
- Camera operation
- Video editing on Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere Pro
- Audio post-production
- Film budgeting and scheduling
- Logistics organization
- Broadcast operations
Timeline
English Teacher
Grand Prairie High School
08.2024 - Current
English Teacher
Wilmer-Hutchins High School
01.2023 - 05.2024
Video Producer/Media Director
Hillcrest Baptist Church
07.2018 - Current
Minister to Students
Hillcrest Baptist Church
07.2018 - 01.2023
Minister of Discipleship and Administration
Retta Baptist Church
04.2013 - 06.2018
Exective Producer
Retta Vision Motion Pictures
08.2012 - 10.2017
College Minister
Retta Baptist Church
05.2011 - 12.2012
Patient Accounts Representative
Cooper and Bush Physical Therapy
04.2008 - 12.2013
High School Diploma - undefined
Alvarado High School
Master of Arts - English
University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Studies
Dallas Baptist University
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