NICHOLAS GARCIA
Hilltop Manner, LLC
El Paso,TX
11
years of professional experience
Creative Director with 6+ years of experience across commercial video, photography, editing, social media content, and live-event production. Founder of Hilltop Manner, a full-service creative production company, with hands-on experience leading productions from concept and visual direction through filming, post-production, and final delivery. Experienced in client communication, brand development, and managing multiple projects while maintaining a high visual standard.
Work History
Founder / Lead Videographer / Editor / Photographer
6 Years 4 Months- Founded and operate a full-service creative production company specializing in videography, editing, photography, graphic design, brand revamps, and social media management.
- Lead visual direction and cinematography across commercial and branded productions, overseeing shot composition, lighting, camera operation, and creative execution.
- Managed projects end-to-end, overseeing concept development, storyboarding, production, editing, color correction, audio mixing, motion graphics, and final delivery.
- Developed visual identities and content strategies that enhanced brand messaging and supported client business goals.
- Produce photography and social-first visual content for marketing, advertising, hospitality, events, and brand campaigns.
- Collaborated with clients to define creative direction, scope, timelines, and deliverables while effectively managing multiple projects.
- Work directly with clients to define creative direction, scope, timelines, deliverables, and production needs while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Social Media Manager
7 Months- Managed social media accounts, created and scheduled content, monitored engagement, and fostered daily audience interactions to enhance community connection.
- Managed social media accounts, content creation, scheduling, monitoring, and day-to-day audience engagement.
- Created graphics, photography, and video content to strengthen brand presence and maintain consistent visual communication.
- Managed online reputation and professionally addressed customer inquiries, comments, and concerns to maintain positive brand perception.
Videographer / Editor
4 Months- Edited commercial content to enhance brand messaging, filming productions on set and at external locations.
- Assisted production as key grip, capturing high-quality audio for voice-over projects.
- Captured high-quality video footage using professional cameras, lighting, and audio equipment.
- Edited raw footage into polished final videos aligned with client goals and brand standards.
- Developed shot lists, storyboards, and production plans to streamline filming workflows.
Customer Service
11 Months- Educated customers on vehicle technology, features, available programs, and dealership services while maintaining strong customer experience.
- Improved customer service ratings and accurately solved problems using active listening and customer service skills.
- Supported sales initiatives by providing excellent customer service training sessions.
- Maintained standards of quality, timeliness, productivity and customer service.
Recruiting Video Intern
1 Year 2 Months- Produced video content for UTEP football games and social media, enhancing team engagement.
- Photographed team and event content, delivering printed photos to players for personal use.
Staff Photographer
3 Years- Captured high school sporting events across the region, creating engaging photo and video content for Fred Loya Christmas Light Show that enhanced event visibility.
Education
GED
No Degree - Digital Media Production
Skills
Videography
Video Editing
Cinematography
Color Correction & Grading
Motion Graphics
Creative Direction
Visual Storytelling
Photography
Drone / Aerial Production
Live Event Production
Social Media Management
Branding
Camera Team Management
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Lightroom
Cinema and Mirrorless Cameras
Professional lighting
Microphones & Field Audio
Typography & Visual Design
Timeline
Social Media Manager
Aidan James Agency
04.2024 - 11.2024Read More
Founder / Lead Videographer / Editor / Photographer
Hilltop Manner, LLC
05.2020 - CurrentRead More
Videographer / Editor
AXESS MULTIMEDIA
05.2020 - 09.2020Read More
Customer Service
Mission Chevrolet
06.2019 - 05.2020Read More
Recruiting Video Intern
UTEP Football
04.2018 - 06.2019Read More
Staff Photographer
Fred Loya Insurance
01.2016 - 01.2019Read More
Eastwood High School
GED
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University of Texas At El Paso
No Degree from Digital Media Production
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