Anthony Galske
Orland Park,IL
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Event Production
Drake Hotel
04.2022 - Current
- Responsible for over 2 million dollars in sales in under two years of experience
- Handles all Audio-Visual sales while building relationships with clients, listening to their needs and providing suggestions for their event
- Upselling the client on products that could make their event more enjoyable
- Wrote and conducted formal performance reviews for production personnel.
- Hire and train new staff members to meet Five Star standards and practices
- Estimated labor requirements to support anticipated workload.
- Sourced materials to keep up with production goals and meet customer demands.
- Partnered with leadership on recruiting, hiring and coaching production personnel.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs for clients.
- Observed tight deadlines and strict budgetary controls to avoid waste and streamline costs.
Video Board Director
Windy City Thunderbolts
03.2011 - Current
- Operate the video board computer during games ensuring a seamless production
- Deliver technical leadership through directing and coordinating teams for the in-arena broadcast
- Engage fans in quality in-game entertainment through the operation of multiple control room positions
Lead Event Technician
Drake Hotel
12.2019 - 04.2022
- Coordinate technical support for events through direct client communication and day-of-event set-up
- Facilitate customer comfort regarding event set-ups through on-site testing and video cues
- Supervise technical support for 30 events quarterly generating thousands in revenues
- Provided exceptional customer service to all guests and escalated concerns where needed.
- Set up event facilities and equipment, cleaned areas, and organized supplies.
- Oversaw event operations to keep running smoothly.
Technician
Wave Home Technologies
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Install smart home technology for clients to meet the client’s security and entertainment needs
- Assist clients through the troubleshooting process
- Plan and execute smart technology strategy through the diagramming and installation of network and cable lines to maximize service efficiency
- Listen to client needs and recommend appropriate solutions producing 100% customer satisfaction scores
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
Video Editor
Stevens & Tate Marketing
01.2014 - 10.2020
- Edited content to produce 60+ episodes of The Chicago Huddle working with producers, the director and the client throughout the editing process
- Increased viewership annually through engaging production and effective video editing
- Produced client specific video content by developing, shooting, and editing various works within the customers’ deadlines working with them throughout the process
- Worked tight deadlines with team or independently and made quick creative editing decisions to maintain high quality of work.
- Organized and worked with raw footage from multiple cameras and sources.
- Contributed new ideas and looked for ways to improve content editing and processes.
- Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery.
- Edited together video, audio still imagery and motion graphics for creative and informational multimedia projects.
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects.
- Saw concepts through to completion by working to develop final edits, color and other elements in post-production process.
- Worked with graphic templates and seamlessly inserted into videos.
- Participated in creative brainstorms for new content and series, social media campaigns and sponsorship initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Illinois State University
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Time Management
- Meeting Deadlines
- Dedication to Product Quality
- Live Production
- Microsoft Excel
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Cooperation
Timeline
Director of Event Production
Drake Hotel
04.2022 - Current
Technician
Wave Home Technologies
10.2020 - 06.2021
Lead Event Technician
Drake Hotel
12.2019 - 04.2022
Video Editor
Stevens & Tate Marketing
01.2014 - 10.2020
Video Board Director
Windy City Thunderbolts
03.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
Illinois State University
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