Michael Fine
Brooklyn
Summary
Developed skills in fast-paced, collaborative environment, focusing on visual storytelling and technical precision. Expertise in editing software and project management, ensuring timely and high-quality completion of projects. Seeking to transition into new field where these skills can drive impactful results.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Marketing
FM Home Loans, LLC
Brooklyn, NY
2022 - 2025
- Spearhead all visual and digital marketing initiatives across FM Home Loans and its subsidiary brands.
- Create high-impact marketing collateral, including program flyers, branded merchandise, and commercial videos to promote various services and departments.
- Develop, edit, and publish multimedia content for internal and external platforms including social media, email campaigns, and paid ads.
- Lead UX design and development for company websites and internal portals, enhancing user experience and engagement.
- Design sub-brand and program-specific logos, ensuring consistency with the company’s visual identity.
- Film and edit professional-grade interviews with borrowers and loan officers using a Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro, RØDE lavalier microphones, and RØDECaster Pro, delivering polished video content that meets broadcast-quality standards.
- Plan and execute company events focused on brand awareness and community outreach, including a large-scale Senior Thanksgiving initiative.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure brand alignment and messaging consistency across all marketing channels.
**Freelance** Director & Editor
Vision Clothing Brand
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Directed, produced, and edited a cinematic commercial short for Vision, a Queens-based streetwear brand, crafted in a narrative film style to elevate its visual identity and brand voice.
- Completed the full production cycle in under 48 hours — filming on a Friday and delivering a fully edited, mixed, and mastered final cut by Saturday.
- The commercial was used to promote Vision’s BBQ launch event, gaining over 20,000 views on Instagram in the week leading up to the event.
- Directed two lead talents, including a Netflix-featured actress and a social media influencer with over 1.8 million Instagram followers, ensuring high-impact performance and visibility.
- Provided technical and creative leadership across the board, assisting with sound, lighting, and camera operation while managing on-set logistics and talent.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes with little pre-production support, showcasing creativity, speed, and strong problem-solving under pressure.
**Freelance** Creative Director, Editor & Producer
ImmaTalks Podcast | Talking Points Network, Inc.
New York, NY
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Launched and produced the podcast Imma Talks, overseeing every aspect of development, production, and distribution.
- Directed, filmed, and edited five full-length episodes over five consecutive weeks, handling all post-production using DaVinci Resolve.
- Engineered professional audio through the Rodecaster Pro, ensuring broadcast-quality sound across platforms.
- Designed and executed a full digital marketing strategy, including social media management, content creation, and paid ad campaigns across Instagram, Google, and YouTube.
- Built and maintained a branded website and supporting digital presence to drive engagement and expand audience reach.
- Created branded commercials and visual assets (video + photo) using Photoshop and DaVinci Resolve to promote the podcast across channels.
- Formed and incorporated an S-Corp — Talking Points Network, Inc. — to serve as the parent media company, developing brand identity, logo, and business infrastructure.
- Managed business setup, branding, and strategy for long-term media growth and content expansion under the new entity.
** Freelance** Executive in Charge of Production
Diany Dior Twitch Stream
The Bronx, NY
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Oversaw production schedules to ensure timely content delivery and audience engagement.
- Managed team workflows, optimizing resource allocation for maximum efficiency.
- Developed training programs for new staff, enhancing team performance and productivity.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high production standards and consistency.
- Led full-scale production and creative direction for Diany Dior’s debut Twitch livestream, overseeing all technical, creative, and promotional aspects.
- Engineered a multi-camera live stream system using OBS Studio, integrating feeds from 3 cameras through a Blackmagic ATEM switcher and managing real-time switching during the broadcast.
- Directed live audio using the Rodecaster Pro, ensuring clean and balanced sound across all segments including live music and interviews.
- Produced, wrote, directed, and edited a cinematic promotional trailer using DaVinci Resolve, which gained over 60,000 views in its first week on YouTube.
- Designed all stream branding elements including custom animations, overlays, and emotes using Photoshop and After Effects.
- Planned and executed all stream content from start to finish — including a live cooking segment, band performances, and choreographed dance routines.
- Managed promotional campaigns across social media to build anticipation and drive viewership
**Freelance** Production Assistant
The Big Shot With Bethenny | HBO
New York, NY
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Coordinated production schedules to ensure timely delivery of show segments.
- Managed logistics for equipment and supplies, optimizing resource allocation across sets.
- Collaborated with crew members to streamline workflow and enhance communication during shoots.
- Assisted in organizing talent schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
- Trained new team members on production protocols and safety procedures, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
Production Assistant Lead
Live PD | A&E Television Networks
New York, NY
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Oversaw production workflows, ensuring timely execution of live broadcasts and recording sessions.
- Coordinated logistics for crew and equipment, optimizing resource allocation for efficiency.
- Mentored junior production assistants, fostering skill development and team collaboration.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced communication between departments during shoots.
- Managed scheduling of production staff to align with project timelines and operational needs.
Education
Film And Video Production
Made in NY Production Training Certification
Brooklyn, NY04-2019
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Davinci Resolve
- Photoshop
- Premiere Pro
- After Effects
- Blender
Timeline
**Freelance** Director & Editor
Vision Clothing Brand
06.2025 - 07.2025
**Freelance** Creative Director, Editor & Producer
ImmaTalks Podcast | Talking Points Network, Inc.
03.2025 - 05.2025
** Freelance** Executive in Charge of Production
Diany Dior Twitch Stream
02.2025 - 03.2025
**Freelance** Production Assistant
The Big Shot With Bethenny | HBO
09.2021 - 11.2021
Production Assistant Lead
Live PD | A&E Television Networks
05.2019 - 03.2021
Director of Marketing
FM Home Loans, LLC
2022 - 2025
Film And Video Production
Made in NY Production Training Certification