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PAUL ABAJIAN

PAUL ABAJIAN

Video Producer/Editor
CA

Summary

Paul is a client-focused video production specialist with exceptional knowledge of live-action production, post-production, and collaboration with agencies, clients, and production teams.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Video Producer/Editor

MantraHouse
04.2013 - Current
  • Interfaced with clients for their broadcast, corporate, instructional, and digital content.
  • Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
  • Assisted clients and creative teams in script writing.
  • Created production schedules for every step of video production.
  • Produced video shoots and directed crew and talent.
  • Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery.
  • Monitored industry trends to stay informed of innovative technology and production equipment.
  • Worked tight deadlines with team or independently and made quick creative editing decisions to maintain high quality of work.
  • Created titles, captions, graphics and templates in After Effects to give edits additional visual flare.
  • Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
  • Also, hired crew and any post-production freelancers as needed.
  • Created local car ad that garnered national attention from manufacturer and added ten percent vehicle allotment for client due to increased sales.
  • Created local fitness spot that became syndicated nationally.
  • Created local food spot for franchisee that replaced their national spot.

Broadcast Producer/Editor

Jeffrey Scott Agency
01.2006 - 03.2013
  • Took regional ad agency from last to number one in television production.
  • Responsible for copywriting, producing, directing, and editing TV commercials, corporate videos, and promos for agency’s clients.
  • Interacted daily with account managers, oversaw entire post-production process, and hired crew as needed.
  • Reviewed scripts to determine most appropriate methods to use for directing both actors and crew members.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions.

Videographer/Editor

1a.m. Entertainment
01.1996 - 03.2013
  • Produced TV spots and corporate videos in southern California area.
  • Worked closely and communicated regularly with clients to understand and capture vision on video.
  • Hired crew, directed live-action shoots, and served as producer, director, and editor.
  • Produced videos according to client specifications, including desired length, style and pace.
  • Developed creative approaches to video production to create unique and engaging content.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Theatre Arts

Cal State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA

Skills

  • Producer
  • Director
  • Copywriter
  • Editor
  • Motion Graphics Artist
  • Visual FX Artist
  • Colorist
  • Proficient with Final Cut 7
  • Proficient with Adobe CC including Premier Pro, After Effects, Adobe Audition, Photoshop, and Illustrator
  • Licensed FAA Part 107 drone pilot
  • Sound Design
  • Creative Team Collaborator

Accomplishments

    2020: Los Angeles Addy Award - Commercial Direction

    2017: TopShorts Best Screenplay - 1st Place

    2017: Hollywood Just use4Shorts Film & Screenplay Competition - Finalist

    2011: Fresno Addy Award - Best of Show

    2001: Present: Various Telly and Addy Awards for Production and Direction.

Additional Information

PAST CLIENTS

  • Carl's Jr
  • Comcast
  • Chukchansi Gold Resort & Casino
  • Durham Bulls
  • Farmers & Merchants Bank
  • Best Western
  • First Five
  • Fresno State University
  • Frito Lay
  • Jack FM
  • LL Flooring
  • Loma Linda Hospital
  • Nickent Golf
  • Pepsi
  • Waste Management
  • And more...

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
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saturday
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morning
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Quote

The price of inaction is far greater than the cost of a mistake
Meg Whitman

Work Links

Website: www.mantrahouse.com

Show Reel: www.vimeo.com/139602515

3D/VFX/Motion Graphics Reel: www.vimeo.com/116101646

Drone Reel: www.vimeo.com/690686167

Gaming/Resort Reel: www.vimeo.com/152866634

Automotive Reel: www.vimeo.com/690700601

Timeline

Sr. Video Producer/Editor

MantraHouse
04.2013 - Current

Broadcast Producer/Editor

Jeffrey Scott Agency
01.2006 - 03.2013

Videographer/Editor

1a.m. Entertainment
01.1996 - 03.2013

Some College (No Degree) - Theatre Arts

Cal State University, Long Beach

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