Tony Cruz
Summary
Experienced Director & Cinematographer with a demonstrated history working in E-learning, tech, and proficient in content creation and creative productions. Let's make something beautiful
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Live-Action Director
Linkedin
Carpinteria, CA
01.2018 - Current
- Develop, capture and create complex, innovative, and high profile courses working alongside industry experts, thought leaders, and LinkedIn Influencers.
Live-Action Director
LinkedIn
Carpinteria, CA
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Plan, direct, and provide editorial direction for live-action educational content, including instructional content, documentaries, promotional videos, and other notable live-action projects.
Live Action Director
Lynda.com
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Partner with Content Producers to plan, prep, and provide editorial direction for educational content.
Production Lead: Cameras & Media
Lynda.com
Carpinteria, CA
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Provided technical support to the live-action directors during the staging and setup of all camera equipment during the recording process, both in-studio and on location.
Owner/Startup Founder
Symple Media
Ventura, CA
01.2008 - 01.2013
- A small media agency partnering with nonprofits, ministries, and individuals to help communicate their brand, story, and mission through video, photos, and written stories.
Video Producer
Reality Church
Santa Barbara, CA
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Wrote, developed, and produced inspirational video content for a growing multi-church serving over 5,000 people each weekend.
- Enhanced video production quality by utilizing advanced editing techniques and innovative storytelling methods.
Video Editor
Lynda.com
Ventura, CA
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Performed digital video editing, color grading, and audio enhancement in the production of screen capture & Live action-based content.
- Conceived, crafted and executed dynamic video edits to captivate target audiences and accomplish project objectives.
Education
Biblical Studies -
Eternity Bible College
Simi Valley, CA12.2008
Associate of Arts - Radio And Television
Moorpark, Jr. College
Moorpark, CA12.2003
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People Management
- Operations Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Project Coordination
- Partnerships and Alliances
- Content Development
- Team Leadership
- Relationship Building
Accomplishments
- Award-winning Director & Editor for the short film: ReMoved
- Authored a course for lynda.com: "Tony Cruz' iPhone Surf Photography: Start to Finish"
- Featured digital artist/ photographer on Snapwire blog
References
- Brett Kirkpatrick, Google, (805) 256-9746
- Dathan Graham, Signpost Films, (805) 857-8687
- David Schulz, Bravely(on), (858) 717-7030
Timeline
Senior Live-Action Director
Linkedin
01.2018 - Current
Live-Action Director
LinkedIn
01.2015 - 01.2018
Live Action Director
Lynda.com
01.2013 - 01.2015
Production Lead: Cameras & Media
Lynda.com
01.2012 - 01.2013
Video Producer
Reality Church
01.2011 - 01.2012
Video Editor
Lynda.com
01.2010 - 01.2011
Owner/Startup Founder
Symple Media
01.2008 - 01.2013
Biblical Studies -
Eternity Bible College
Associate of Arts - Radio And Television
Moorpark, Jr. College