Ramsey Kyles
Video Editor
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional respected for 6+ years of diverse achievements in operations and video editorial projects for high-profile companies. Thrives in both remote and in-person roles, providing comprehensive creative and technical support to maximize productivity. Forges lasting relationships to maintain team collaboration and ensure superior client service. Looking to leverage diverse background, deadline-driven attitude and success in streamlining editorial processes to take next career step. Strong educational qualifications include a forthcoming Avid Media Composer certification via Future Media Concepts (FMC).
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Editor
Rock Paper Scissors LLC
Los Angeles, CA
09.2021 - 03.2023
- 6+ years experience in organizing assets from camera media, transcoding video, and audio files and managing file backup to digital asset management systems.
- Created titles, captions, graphics and templates in After Effects to give edits additional visual flare.
- Handled internal staff correspondence through emails and scheduling.
- Prepped edit EDLs, XMLs and AAFs for DI finishing and online editing for turnovers.
- Provided reformatted cutdowns for social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok.
- Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
- Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value, and continuity.
- Organized assets by collecting data from camera media, transcoding video, and audio files and managing file backup to digital asset management system.
- Worked tight deadlines with team or independently and made quick creative editing decisions to maintain high quality of work.
Operations Coordinator
Rock Paper Scissors LLC
Los Angeles, CA
08.2018 - 09.2021
- Worked with over 20 vendors to make efficient purchases and reconcile invoices.
- Introduced new methods and practices to reduce turnaround time by 20%.
- Protected company assets from loss such as theft or damage by setting and enforcing effective security policies.
- Worked closely with Director of Operations to ensure best value of services provided.
- Supervise upkeep of client bays and public areas.
- Communicate any needed maintenance and schedule as needed.
- Reviewed financial reports each day and investigated variances with accounting staff to keep records accurate.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
Vault Coordinator
Rock Paper Scissors LLC
Los Angeles, CA
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Worked with social media and marketing teams to maintain and update website content.
- Shipped and received physical and digital elements to ensure proper inventory controls for accurate record keeping & security.
- Fulfill VFX camera package requests for on-set supervision including any needed courier, customs or shipping coordination.
- Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
- Assigned and distributed assets to support efficient and effective front line operations.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
Education
Avid Media Composer Certification
Future Media Concepts
New York, NY 04.2023 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Arts - History & Music History
University of California, Los Angeles, College of Letters And Science
Los Angeles, CA 09.2003 - 05.2008
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
AVID Media Composer
Boris FX Mocha, After Effects
Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve
Frameio, FileMaker Pro, WordPress
Social Media: YouTube, Vimeo, Instagram, TikTok
Syncing footage
Elementary Korean and Spanish Language
Expert copywriting and administrative skills
4 Years TEFL teaching experience in Korea and US
Microsoft Office and Google Suite Proficiency
Event Planning, Public Speaking and Community Outreach experience
Timeline
Avid Media Composer Certification
Future Media Concepts
04.2023 - 04.2023
Assistant Editor
Rock Paper Scissors LLC
09.2021 - 03.2023
Operations Coordinator
Rock Paper Scissors LLC
08.2018 - 09.2021
Vault Coordinator
Rock Paper Scissors LLC
08.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - History & Music History
University of California, Los Angeles, College of Letters And Science
09.2003 - 05.2008