Mickey McCoy
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Experienced Video Production Specialist with proven skills in camera operation, live event directing, and client communication. Known for delivering exceptional live event coverage and mentoring junior team members to enhance overall production quality.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Video Production Specialist
Milwaukee Bucks / Fiserv Forum
03.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with production team to create engaging video content for game day presentations.
- Operated advanced video equipment, ensuring optimal quality and seamless integration during live events.
- Trained over 200 junior staff on video production techniques and equipment operation, fostering skill development within the team.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of visual media with event objectives and branding guidelines.
- Mentored junior team members in video production best practices, elevating overall team performance levels.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by consistently providing reliable communication and professional service.
Live Music Camera Operator
Mindpool Productions / Milwaukee Summerfest
06.2005 - Current
- Operated camera equipment to capture high-quality footage for various projects.
- Collaborated with directors to execute creative vision and ensure alignment with project goals.
- Adjusted lighting, framing, and sound settings to optimize production quality on set.
- Managed camera maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime during shoots.
Video Production Specialist
Miller Park/ AmFam Field / Milwaukee Brewers
03.2001 - Current
- Managed video archives, organizing footage for easy access and future project utilization.
- Delivered exceptional live event coverage while managing all technical aspects of filming, including camera operation, lighting setup, and audio configuration.
- Troubleshot technical issues during shoots, minimizing delays and ensuring smooth productions.
- Exceeded company goals for completed projects within specified timeframes through diligent time management skills.
- Managed video shoots, set teams, and performers while creating work schedules and operating production equipment.
- Monitored industry trends to stay informed of innovative technology, production equipment and editing software.
- Increased customers through networking, referrals and production excellence.
- Stayed up-to-date on industry trends and technology advancements to incorporate new techniques into video production strategies.
- Mentored junior team members in video production best practices, elevating overall team performance levels.
- Collaborated with clients to develop creative concepts, resulting in engaging and visually stunning videos.
Video Production Specialist
Bradley Center / Milwaukee Bucks
03.1989 - 03.2018
- Oversaw creative development and filming of different types of video content.
- Controlled video input for live conferences or performances and pre-recorded productions.
- Collaborated with production team to create engaging video content for game day presentations.
- Operated advanced video equipment, ensuring optimal quality and seamless integration during live events.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of visual media with event objectives and branding guidelines.
- Efficiently allocated resources such as equipment and personnel for optimal project outcomes.
- Diagnosed and resolved problems with AV equipment and media management systems.
- Obtained, set up and loaded videotapes for scheduled broadcasts.
- Trained junior staff on video production techniques and equipment operation, fostering skill development within the team.
- Managed video shoots, set teams, and performers while creating work schedules and operating production equipment.
- Delivered exceptional live event coverage while managing all technical aspects of filming, including camera operation, lighting setup, and audio configuration.
- Worked with clients to produce various types of videos.
- Troubleshot technical issues during shoots, minimizing delays and ensuring smooth productions.
- Stayed up-to-date on industry trends and technology advancements to incorporate new techniques into video production strategies.
- Liaised between departments to create and execute elements for programming.
Triage/Claims Assistant
Milwaukee VA Regional Office
10.2010 - 04.2017
- Processed and reviewed claims for accuracy and compliance with federal regulations.
- Assisted veterans in understanding benefits eligibility and claims procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline claim processing workflows.
- Maintained comprehensive records of claims and correspondence using VA databases.
- Led initiatives to improve response times for veteran inquiries regarding claims status.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering a collaborative environment focused on quality assurance.
Video Production Specialist
Time Warner Cable Sports
02.2007 - 03.2010
- Edited and produced promotional videos, enhancing brand visibility and audience engagement.
- Created production schedules for every step of video production.
- Hired and trained independent production specialists, graphic designers and other staff members.
- Oversaw all aspects of pre-production, including scriptwriting, storyboarding, and location scouting for seamless shoots.
- Developed ideas, produced and edited vast types of projects for various media and platforms.
- Streamlined the production process for quicker project turnaround times, utilizing efficient workflows and organization methods.
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering high-quality video content tailored to their specific needs and objectives.
- Coordinated with team members to produce cohesive final products that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Scheduled shoots and set up filming by communicating with talent and crew.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering collaboration between team members during productions.
- Reduced production spending [Number]% by monitoring budget and making adjustments.
- Completed all [Type] projects on-time and under-budget.
- Liaised between departments to create and execute elements for programming.
- Supported live events with well-controlled lights, sound and video streaming.
- Diagnosed and resolved problems with AV equipment and media management systems.
- Collaborated with directors and camera crews to lay out filming sequences and equipment requirements.
- Obtained, set up and loaded videotapes for scheduled broadcasts.
- Trained junior staff on video production techniques and equipment operation, fostering skill development within the team.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by consistently providing reliable communication and professional service.
- Managed video shoots, set teams, and performers while creating work schedules and operating production equipment.
- Exceeded company goals for completed projects within specified timeframes through diligent time management skills.
- Delivered exceptional live event coverage while managing all technical aspects of filming, including camera operation, lighting setup, and audio configuration.
Corporate Video Production Specialist
Gogolak Communications Group / Northwestern Mutual
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Produced high-quality video content for marketing campaigns, enhancing brand visibility.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop engaging multimedia presentations.
- Managed video project timelines and resources, ensuring on-time delivery of final products.
- Assisted clients and creative teams in script writing and set design.
- Completed inventory audits of various equipment and handled automated financial and customer databases.
- Created compelling narratives utilizing expert cinematography techniques that captured viewers'' attention.
- Developed and proposed project scripts, sketches and storyboards to gain client approval during throughout project phases beginning with pre-production.
- Implemented innovative visual effects to enhance storytelling elements within videos.
- Contributed to successful marketing campaigns by producing targeted promotional videos that generated increased audience engagement.
- Worked with clients to produce various types of videos.
- Managed capture and editing of video footage to monitor consistency.
- Delivered branded content across film, broadcasting and advertising segments.
- Provided quality control and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
- Managed compression, digitization and storage of audio and video data.
- Oversaw reservation and distribution of AV equipment and facilities for on-site presentations.
- Stayed up-to-date on industry trends and technology advancements to incorporate new techniques into video production strategies.
- Troubleshot technical issues during shoots, minimizing delays and ensuring smooth productions.
- Mentored junior team members in video production best practices, elevating overall team performance levels.
- Supported live events with well-controlled lights, sound and video streaming.
- Liaised between departments to create and execute elements for programming.
Education
No Degree - Business Law
Parkville College
Kansas City, MONo Degree - Television Production
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Camera Operator
- Video Engineer (RCP)
- Live event Directing (Corporate, Sports, Music)
- Field production
Timeline
Video Production Specialist
Milwaukee Bucks / Fiserv Forum
03.2021 - Current
Triage/Claims Assistant
Milwaukee VA Regional Office
10.2010 - 04.2017
Video Production Specialist
Time Warner Cable Sports
02.2007 - 03.2010
Live Music Camera Operator
Mindpool Productions / Milwaukee Summerfest
06.2005 - Current
Video Production Specialist
Miller Park/ AmFam Field / Milwaukee Brewers
03.2001 - Current
Corporate Video Production Specialist
Gogolak Communications Group / Northwestern Mutual
01.1998 - 01.2002
Video Production Specialist
Bradley Center / Milwaukee Bucks
03.1989 - 03.2018
No Degree - Business Law
Parkville College
No Degree - Television Production
Milwaukee Area Technical College