With a decade of experience in video production, this innovative and visionary creator excels in all aspects of the field. A skilled storyteller, this individual can transform ideas into empathetic and inspiring pieces that captivate audiences. Thriving in collaborative environments, and working closely with strategic and creative teams to develop and produce high-quality video content.
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Zhenya Townley
Long Island City,NY
Summary
Overview
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Film Crew
INDEPENDENT FILMMAKER
08.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Filmed, directed, produced and edited over 12 hours of training content for NOOM's Learning Management System during an eight-month contract
- Directed photography for documentary and narrative shorts, navigating sensitive storylines with tact and resourcefulness on limited budgets, while managing multiple roles
- Orchestrated pre-production planning from inception to execution, including scriptwriting, budgeting, and talent acquisition for seamless project development
- Managed all aspects of production, from lighting and graphics to audio and camera operations, across commercials, documentaries, and short films using various camera rigs
- Executed post-production tasks with precision, including footage cutting, arrangement, and color grading
- Managed budgets effectively by negotiating contracts with vendors and controlling production costs.
Freelance
Photographer
06.2013 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to strategize and execute photo shoots, aligning with brand vision and creative direction
- Planning and coordinating for on-location and studio shoots, ensuring seamless execution and optimal outcomes
- Editing, enhancing, captioning, and uploading photographs for multiple publications, maintaining uniformity and quality
- Fostering collaborative relationships with vendors and contractors to fulfill project needs
- Guiding clients in selecting talent, poses, wardrobe, and backgrounds for photography sessions to align with campaign objectives.
Full Lock Media
VIDEO EDITOR
01.2021 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Translated director's artistic vision into captivating edits for Marriott Bonvoy 2021 social media campaign across Meta, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube
- Delivered engaging edits showcasing diverse camera angles, dynamic titles, captivating graphics, enhanced audio, and compelling special effects
- Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value, and continuity, executing precise trim shots and edits.
- Organized and worked with raw footage from multiple cameras and sources.
Education
Augusta UniversityAugusta, GA
Bachelor of Arts
12.2014
University Overview
Skills
- Creative content development
- Shotlisting and storyboarding
- Pitch decks and proposals
- Pre-and-post production
- Lighting guidelines and diagrams
- Directing camera and video staff
- Strategic thinker and problem solver
- Proficiency with cinema camera ecosystems and software such as Arri, Sony, Canon, Blackmagic, Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, After Effects, Lightroom
Timeline
VIDEO EDITOR
Full Lock Media
01.2021 - 10.2021
INDEPENDENT FILMMAKER
Freelance Film Crew
08.2014 - Current
Photographer
Freelance
06.2013 - 06.2023
Augusta University
Bachelor of Arts
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