Riley Schultz
Madison,WI
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing a detail-oriented, and creative approach to visual storytelling and editing. With over four years of culinary and visual communication experience, a reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths. Working well with a team or an individual, and having the time management and patience to give clients what they deserve.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Production assistant
Kurt Sensenbrenner
Madison, WI
2025.10 - Current
- Assisted in setup and breakdown of equipment for various projects.
- Managed inventory supplies to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Documented daily production activities for record-keeping and reporting purposes.
- Maintained communication between production staff and crew members.
Line Cook
The Coopers Tavern
Madison , WI
2021.07 - Current
- Supported line operations during peak hours by managing multiple tasks effectively.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Prepared ingredients according to recipes and menu specifications.
- Managed food plating and presentation for customer orders.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during service.
- Assisted in inventory management and order supplies as needed.
- Followed health and safety regulations in food handling procedures.
Photojournalist
WKOW 27 News
Madison , WI
2024.01 - 2024.01
- Conducted interviews to gather firsthand accounts and enhance storytelling.
- Collaborated with reporters to develop visual content for news segments.
- Managed equipment setup and maintenance for field assignments.
- Communicated with executive producers to coordinate production schedules, determine production needs and facilitate interviews.
- Collaborated with editors and writers other professionals in developing stories.
Education
Associate of Arts - Visual Communications/ Video And Audio Study
Madison Area Technical College
2025-12
Skills
- Visual storytelling
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Editing
- Creative problem solving
- Team coordination
- Videography
- Working under pressure
Proficient in these softwares:
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Indesign
Adobe Audition
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe After effects
Accomplishments
Second Place (Live Special TV) category: “Innovative Future: The 7th Annual Embrace Fashion Show,” Student awardees: Riley Schultz, Danny Ackerman, Diego Harrington, Lucas Aldrich, Paul Edfors, and Collin Aldrich.
Second Place Informational/Educational/Corporate Production (TV) category: WBA Student Excellence Award: "MCTV-Live." Student awardees: Maya Gallegos, Kate McAuliffe, Paul Edfors, Lindsey Haight, Sam Waldhart, and Riley Schultz.
Second Place Informational/Educational/Corporate Production (TV) category: WBA Student Excellence Award: "MCTV-Live." Student awardees: Maya Gallegos, Kate McAuliffe, Paul Edfors, Lindsey Haight, Sam Waldhart, and Riley Schultz.
Timeline
Production assistant
Kurt Sensenbrenner
2025.10 - Current
Photojournalist
WKOW 27 News
2024.01 - 2024.01
Line Cook
The Coopers Tavern
2021.07 - Current
Associate of Arts - Visual Communications/ Video And Audio Study
Madison Area Technical College