Patrick Kerr
Springfield,IL
Summary
Accomplished Public Affairs Superintendent with a proven track record at the 183d Wing / Illinois Air National Guard, specializing in project management and team leadership. Expert in Adobe Creative Cloud, adept at enhancing social media presence and website management. Successfully led a team of six, significantly improving public engagement through innovative photographic and video production.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Affairs Superintendent
183d Wing / Illinois Air National Guard
09.2001 - Current
As the Public Affairs Superintendent, I oversee all aspects of all photographic, video production, graphic design, and journalism for the 183d Wing, from planning to completion. I am also responsible for maintaining the the Wing social media presence and public website, with these finished products.
Photography:
-Studio Portraits -Ceremonies
-Aerial Photography -Group photography
Video:
-Interviews -On location
-Action -Editing/production
I shoot Nikon D810 cameras for photos and video. I also use Canon 100C video cameras for dedicated video applications.
All photo/video editing is completed using the most current ADOBE Creative Cloud software.
I lead a team of six members. In my position, I am responsible for training of all members. I coordinate workflow, job assignment, editing, final review, and public release of all information from this office.
Photographic Specialist
Illinois Air National Guard
11.1998 - 09.2001
As a military photographic specialist in the Illinois Air National Guard, my duties included:
-Studio portraits
-Aerial photography
-Large group photography
-Location photography
-Alert/forensic documentation
Military Photographic Specialist
United States Air Force
09.1990 - 10.1998
As a new member of the U.S. Air Force, my duties included:
-Studio photography
-Alert/forensic documentation
-Aerial photography in fixed wing and jet aircraft, and several platforms of rotor aircraft
-Medical photography
-Action/sports
-Military operations
-Night vision operations
Education
No Degree - Electronic Imaging And Optimization
Defense Information School
Fort George G Meade, MD08.2000
High School Diploma -
Springfield High School
Springfield, IL06.1988
Skills
- Project management/coordination
- Still photography
- Video documentation
- Graphic design
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Team leadership
- Social Media management
- Website management
Additional Information
I started my career in the U.S. Air Force in 1990, completing basic military training and technical training in May 1991. For a short time, I worked on B-52 bomber aircraft before trading in my wrench for a camera, and pursuing a career as a military photographer. As a lower ranking airman through first 8 yrs, I shot and processed photos on a daily basis. After joining the Illinois Air National Guard, not only was I photographer, but gradually became progressed into a leadership role. I am currently a Master Sgt and have been fully responsible for the operations og this office since September 2001.
Timeline
Public Affairs Superintendent
183d Wing / Illinois Air National Guard
09.2001 - Current
Photographic Specialist
Illinois Air National Guard
11.1998 - 09.2001
Military Photographic Specialist
United States Air Force
09.1990 - 10.1998
No Degree - Electronic Imaging And Optimization
Defense Information School
High School Diploma -
Springfield High School
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