- Adobe Creative Suite
Phil Castillo
Videographer/Content Creator
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Thank you for the opportunity to apply and be considered as your Videographer and Content Creator.
I am a a skilled videographer with over a decade of experience. I'm self-organized with a disciplined approach and good time management skills. As this resume will show, I have held positions that combined will prove that I am skilled, experienced, and ready to create incredible content in a timely manner.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Wedding Videographer
Serendipity Cinema
Gilbert, AZ
07.2021 - Current
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with other videographers, our producer, and our editor.
- Established and adhered to detailed production schedules for over 80 events.
- Conserved footage archive by organizing, labeling and tagging with metadata, double backed and synced online.
- Captured up to 4k footage with cinematic and unique style.
Video Editor
Xsparkage LLC
Giblert, AZ
01.2021 - Current
- Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, engagement, entertainment value and continuity, trim shots and edit content.
- Organized assets by collecting data from camera media, transcoding video and audio files and managing file backup to digital asset management system.
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio and special effects.
- Created custom titles, captions, graphics and templates in After Effects to give edits additional visual flare.
- Participated in and completed a 6 month Masterclass training in the YouTube Algorithim, and Content Creation for Social Media with an emphasis on creating brand awareness and growing Social Media Presence for YouTube Channels.
Owner/Operator
Papple Media LLC
San Tan, AZ
01.2021 - Current
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Organized assets by collecting data from camera media, transcoding video and audio files and managing file backup to digital asset management system.
- Applied current editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
- Created content with SEO keywords drawn from Google Analytics.
- Conducted online research to obtain relevant information and materials.
- Edited video, audio and photos to enhance and complete post-production work for polished appearance.
- Increased brand awareness through creation of innovative digital productions for online delivery.
Assistant Store Manager
A-Bear Workshop
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
- Developed innovative and creative merchandise displays to drive point-of-sale purchases.
- Created and led trainings for new verbiage and practices which lead to a sales increase of 50% Year over Year, as well as improved tracked metrics by over 80%
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Tracked the progress of weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual objectives using a system I built to accurately track growth.
- Monitored and maintained store inventory
- Monitored retail operating costs, budgets and labor efficiency
- Analyze consumer behavior and adjust product positioning
- Conducted weekly walk-throughs with store manager to discuss interior visual displays and store window presentation.
- Monitored and analyzed sales records, trends or economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns and determine suitable type and quantity of company inventory items.
- Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
Team Leader
Picsolve
Oklahoma City, OK
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Lead and direct the team on site in relation to photography sales and planning of day to day operations while delivering a high standard of customer service through motivation and communication skills
- Process stock orders to maintain stock levels while ensuring the accuracy of all media stock levels
- Train, develop, motivate and lead the operational retail team on site managing all employee relations issues in line with company policy and procedure; liaising with the Site Manager for support if required
- Ensure that the site photography operation is fully staffed; producing and managing the employee schedules to ensure appropriate staffing levels, adhering to relevant legislation
- Photography, Consultation, POS sales, Creative up-selling, and customer retention
- In this role I have created new spreadsheets to streamline daily paperwork for tracking metrics on a per employee and daily site-wide basis
- Interviewed, assessed, and onboarded new-hires
- Created daily goals and incentives as well as a spreadsheet for tracking them. Coached team members to reach daily sales and photography metrics year over year including weights based on daily temperature, real-time attendance, and ratio of zoo members vs day rate patrons.
Digital Media Specialist
Homes By Taber
Oklahoma City, OK
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed and coordinated post-production video editing, motion graphics design, compositing and quality assurance reviewing.
- Scheduled shoots and filmed content with Agents to be delivered on YouTube, internally for training, as well as in online listings.
- Oversaw logistical aspects from pre-production to post-production.
- Liaised between departments to create and execute elements for Content Creation.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Determined and adjusted subject position, props and lighting equipment while selecting camera angles to optimize final product.
- Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value and continuity, trim shots and edit content.
- Worked tight deadlines with team or independently and made quick creative editing decisions to maintain high quality of work.
Digital Media Specialist
Word of God Church
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2015 - 02.2018
- Executed live productions across multiple platforms.
- Organized, prioritized and managed multiple projects according to dedicated release schedule.
- Managed content across multiple platforms for widest audience reach.
- Directed Live Broadcasts for YouTube/Facebook
- Created Static and Motion Graphics for Live Broadcasts
- Planned, produced, and edited Video Content for Social Media.
Camera Operator
Skyline Video Production
Phoenix, AZ
12.2013 - 07.2015
- Compose and frame each shot, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters, and camera settings to achieve the effects sought directors and clients
- Operate live broadcast (Panasonic AG-HPX370) and prosumer (various Canon DSLR) cameras to record scenes for television broadcasts & advertisements
- Confer with directors, sound and lighting technicians, electricians, and other crew members to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, desired effects, camera movements, and lighting requirements
- Set up and perform live shots for broadcast
- Assemble studio sets, and select and arrange cameras, capture media, audio, and lighting equipment to be used during filming
- Test, clean, maintain, and repair broadcast equipment, including testing microphones, to ensure proper working condition
- Use cameras in any of several different camera mounts such as stationary, track-mounted, dolly, crane- mounted, Steadicam, skates, or handheld
- Observe sets or locations for potential problems and to determine filming and lighting requirements.
- Set up lighting and audio for on-site and on-location filming, recorded footage and resolved technical issues.
- Interacted with directors, producers and talent while remaining focused and professional at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film and Video Production
COLLINS COLLEGE
Tempe AZ 02.2012 - 10.2015
Certificate of Completion - YouTube Content Creation & Algorithm
Channel Jump Start Academy
07.2021 - 12.2021
Skills
Post-production expertise
Pre-Production Planning
Excellent Communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Color correction knowledge
Adobe Mastery
3D design & Rendering
Motion Graphics
Software
- Microsoft Office Suite
Cinema4d
Final Cut Pro
Davinci Resolve
Descript
Timeline
Wedding Videographer
Serendipity Cinema
07.2021 - Current
Certificate of Completion - YouTube Content Creation & Algorithm
Channel Jump Start Academy
07.2021 - 12.2021
Video Editor
Xsparkage LLC
01.2021 - Current
Owner/Operator
Papple Media LLC
01.2021 - Current
Assistant Store Manager
A-Bear Workshop
10.2019 - 01.2021
Team Leader
Picsolve
05.2019 - 10.2019
Digital Media Specialist
Homes By Taber
03.2018 - 05.2019
Digital Media Specialist
Word of God Church
10.2015 - 02.2018
Camera Operator
Skyline Video Production
12.2013 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Film and Video Production
COLLINS COLLEGE
02.2012 - 10.2015