Zachary Chavis
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Creative and innovative Videographer with a background in creating high-quality, engaging video content for various platforms. Knows how to utilize technical skills in directing, editing, and producing while incorporating storytelling elements effectively. Strong ability to work both independently and as part of team projects. In previous roles, have elevated brand identities through compelling visual narratives that resonated with target audiences.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Videographer
Self Employed
Virginia Beach, VA
10.2019 - Current
- Coordinated video production projects from concept through post-production stages.
- Managed video production workflow from pre-production to post-production.
- Assisted with photo shoots and video production projects.
- Tracked social media metrics to determine audience growth rate, volume and reach.
- Designed promotional materials using graphic design software applications.
Fire-Fighter/Paramedic
Norfolk Fire-Rescue
Norfolk, VA
07.2015 - 07.2021
- Assisted in extinguishing residential, commercial, and industrial fires using hoses, ladders, pumps, foam systems, and other specialized tools.
- Participated in community outreach programs designed to educate the public about fire prevention strategies.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
- Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
- Loaded patients into ambulances in preparation for transport to nearest medical center.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA12-2015
Skills
- Video editing
- Cinematography
- Project management
- Graphic design
- Social media tracking
- Content creation
- Pre-production planning
- Drone videography
- Branding content
- Multi-camera setup
- Post-production expertise
- Adobe creative suite
- Light and filter application
- Digital media management
Timeline
Videographer
Self Employed
10.2019 - Current
Fire-Fighter/Paramedic
Norfolk Fire-Rescue
07.2015 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Old Dominion University
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