Wilson Hickman
Union,KY
Summary
Adaptable videographer/editor with over 5 years of experience editing in Adobe Premiere Pro. Talented at verbal and written communication and passionate about creative storytelling. Well-organized with strong time management skills. Owns and operates a Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro and a DJI Air 2S drone, as well as boom and lavalier mics. Skilled at creating visual effects/motion graphics in Adobe After Effects, color correction/color grading in Da Vinci Resolve, and sound design in Adobe Audition.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Video Editor
Brock Gill, "Experience Adventure" YouTube Vlog
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Organized assets from various cameras, including drone footage, GoPro footage, and Insta 360 footage
- Performed syncing in Adobe Premiere Pro using PluralEyes 4
- Evaluated and selects scenes for pacing, entertainment value, and continuity
- Reframed Insta 360 footage and designs creative camera movements using keyframes in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Created title sequences and motion graphics in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Uploaded intermediate cuts to Frame.io to receive client feedback
- Maintained communication to ensure continual adherence to client's vision
- Exported final cuts and uploads to client's YouTube channel
- Maintained consistent work schedule to complete episodes by given deadlines
Associate Video Editor
Liftable Media, Inc.
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Edited multi-cam sit-down talk shows in Adobe Premiere Pro, from organizing raw assets to trimming footage for optimal pacing and adding music, sound effects, and titles
- Edited a YouTube vlog, organizing large amounts of raw assets and trimming scenes to create a concise final product on a weekly deadline
- Selected footage from various episodes of different series and assembled the footage to create series trailers
- Utilized requested time stamps to create social media clips, adding show titles and exporting at various aspect ratios to suit different platforms
- Edited footage of 2022 K-Love Fan Awards, trimming clips for optimal pacing and adding motion graphics, color correction, and sound design
- Created title sequences for various projects in Adobe After Effects
- Performed sound editing in Adobe Audition and color correction in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Exported final cuts and uploaded to content management system
- Reviewed content for quality control to drive technical and editorial corrections
- Participated in creative meetings to assist in developing ideas and defining project deadlines
- Assisted in the development and creation of rebranded company logo
Media Specialist
Real Life Ministries
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Worked Sunday mornings at various media stations
- Operated Panasonic UX180 cameras during service
- Operated a VariZoom jib
- Designed stage lighting for worship service
- Organized lyrical and sermon content in ProPresenter
- Assisted with setting up and taking down equipment
DP/Editor for Actor Reels
JCFilms Studios
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of content areas to provide effective edits
- Set up lights and camera angles to enhance the mood of various scenes
- Filmed with the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro
- Assembled and edited raw assets in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Condensed scenes into highlight reels for six different actors
- Performed sound editing and sound design in Adobe Audition
- Performed color correction and color grading in Da Vinci Resolve
- Exported final deliverables
DP/Editor for Feature Film "A Patriot's Day"
JCFilms Studios
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Co-authored the screenplay
- Pre-visualized scenes and created shot lists
- Filmed with the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K
- Assembled and edited footage in Adobe Premiere Pro
- Performed sound editing and sound design in Adobe Audition
- Performed color correction and color grading in Da Vinci Resolve
- Exported final deliverables
Freelance Videographer and Editor
White Tiger Korean Martial Arts Academy
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Produced original video content for the purpose of advertisement on client's website
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and organizing the two-day shoot to capture optimal amount of coverage
- Transported camera, sound, and lighting equipment to client's location for shoot
- Set up technical details of all 25 shots, including lighting and sound
- Used Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects to edit footage and add visual and sound effects
Freelance Video Editor
Finisterre Vision
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Combined video and audio assets to make a video designed for missionary fundraising campaigns
- Performed post-production work, including assembling raw material, editing sound and providing final product within time constraints
- Used Adobe Audition to edit audio assets
- Used Adobe After Effects to create motion graphics and visual effects
- Developed and managed project from concept to completion, including video script, post-production editing and final delivery formats
- Demonstrated ability to understand client's vision and maintain alignment with vision throughout editing process
Freelance Videographer and Editor
Power Paws Assistance Dogs
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Produced original video content for the purpose of advertisement on client's website
- Transported camera and sound equipment to various shooting locations
- Created production schedule
- Prepared interview questions and conducted interviews
- Set up technical details of every shot, including lighting and sound
- Used Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Audition to edit footage and audio
Education
Bachelor of Science - Film Production
Huntington University
Peoria, AZ01.2021
Skills
- Collaboration: Worked with fellow editors to complete film projects
- Time management: Created detailed shot lists and filming schedules to capture optimum amount of footage under deadlines
- Cinematography: Framed and executed shots with various DSLRs and Blackmagic cameras; set up lighting for interview subjects and short films
- Video editing: Edited projects in Adobe Premiere Pro; edited sound in Adobe Audition; created motion graphics/visual effects in Adobe After Effects; performed color correction/color grading in Da Vinci Resolve
- Communication: Planned and conducted interviews for promotional videos and documentaries; worked with various people in person, over the phone, and via email to develop cohesive vision for projects
- Story development: Authored scripts for various short films and preplanned the use of lighting, framing, and camera movement to reinforce the narrative
- Sound recording: Employed various field mixers to capture audio with boom and lavalier mics
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Writer and Director of Original Short Film The Bus Station (2019)
- Official Selection American Youth Film Festival - 2020
- Official Selection Great Lakes Christian Film Festival - 2020
- Award Winner Inspired Faith Film Festival - 2020
- Official Selection International Christian Film and Music Festival - 2020
- Award Winner Great Lakes International Film Festival - 2019
Timeline
Freelance Video Editor
Brock Gill, "Experience Adventure" YouTube Vlog
11.2022 - 03.2023
Associate Video Editor
Liftable Media, Inc.
11.2021 - 01.2023
DP/Editor for Actor Reels
JCFilms Studios
08.2021 - 09.2021
Media Specialist
Real Life Ministries
03.2021 - 04.2022
DP/Editor for Feature Film "A Patriot's Day"
JCFilms Studios
03.2021 - 07.2021
Freelance Videographer and Editor
White Tiger Korean Martial Arts Academy
10.2019 - 12.2019
Freelance Video Editor
Finisterre Vision
06.2019 - 07.2019
Freelance Videographer and Editor
Power Paws Assistance Dogs
03.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Film Production
Huntington University
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