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Steve Hillebrand

Smithtown,NY

Summary

Dynamic video editor, videographer with a proven track record at enhancing video quality and driving client retention for many top brands. Self motivated, with a very positive can-do attitude, that loves to collaborate with others. Extremely proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Avid, cinema cameras, DSLR’s, lighting, and audio. Skillful in designing and creation of motion graphics in Adobe After Effects. I have produced and collaborated on a wide range of award-winning, innovative content, from commercials, to corporate presentations, and documentaries.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Video Editor/Senior Motion Graphic Designer

Hollywood East Productions
06.1999 - Current
  • Edited videos for local and National brands
  • On location film and video production
  • Conceptualized and scripted, innovative videos for clients helping grow their businesses.
  • Produced fund raising videos for charities. Growing one 10 fold in 5 years.
  • Created and pitched 2 TV series that were picked up by network TV.
  • Worked on both TV series, created all the motion graphics and developed unique editing styles for each.

Video Producer

East Coast Productions
06.1995 - 05.1999
  • Produced local regional commercials for Cablevision
  • Scripted, filmed and edited over 60 commercial a year
  • Dealt directly with clients and collaborated with them to create unique TV commercials that helped grow their local businesses

Education

Bachelor of Arts - TV Production

Potsdam University
Potsdam, NY

Skills

  • Avid editor
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • After Effects
  • Motion Graphics
  • Video Production
  • Script Writing and Editing
  • Camera Operator
  • Lighting Tech
  • Sound Design
  • Social Media
  • Experienced Drone Operator
  • Graphic Design

Accomplishments

  • Created and Produced a documentary about the Revolutionary war in Westchester NY. https://youtu.be/-pBJj7-TLAA
  • Produced over 2 decades of TV commercials for an Audi dealer in NY that took them to the number 1 spot in the nation. https://youtu.be/a9hqM8WZL5s
  • Created a fund raising video for Lennox Hill hospital in NY, which helped them raise over 100 million for a new wing of their hospital.
  • Created a magic carpet ride video for Maher Cargo Terminals in Port Newark, to keep clients safe while taking a tour of their facilities https://youtu.be/zzidxvIn4J0?si=5dTX7Q5oFpeL7rDJ
  • Created and Produced a celebrity TV series called Hollywood East for WABC-TV in NY and KCAL in LA.
  • Created and produced a celebrity car series for 3 seasons called Unique Whips for the Speed Channel
  • Developed a unique editing style that was later used by Access Hollywood, Inside Edition and Entertainment Tonight.
  • Winner of multiple awards for TV Commercials and Corporate videos, from top brands like Capitol One, to local businesses.
  • Created TV advertising and resized them to fit on Times Square's unique television screens.
  • Shot and edited a series of instructional videos for dementia care for US veterans.

Timeline

Video Editor/Senior Motion Graphic Designer

Hollywood East Productions
06.1999 - Current

Video Producer

East Coast Productions
06.1995 - 05.1999

Bachelor of Arts - TV Production

Potsdam University
Steve Hillebrand