My passion is telling a great story, whether long or short form. I have been a dependable asset to many clients, offering creative solutions to their projects. I have also mentored many associates in the communications field. I can work onsite or remote, editing with Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premier Pro and Davinci Resolve. Over the years I have led Ford's internal post-production workflow at Communicore Visual Communications, steered digital transitions as Post-Production Manager with Tropic Lightning Creative, served as a Creative Editor for Unique Film & Video. and Director of Photography at ERP Audio-Visual. I bring hands-on experience across writing, producing, directing, camera work and editing to deliver compelling visual storytelling.…

Frederick M. Gendron

My passion is telling a great story, whether long or short form. I have been a dependable asset to many clients, offering creative solutions to their projects. I have also mentored many associates in the communications field. I can work onsite or remote, editing with Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premier Pro and Davinci Resolve. Over the years I have led Ford's internal post-production workflow at Communicore Visual Communications, steered digital transitions as Post-Production Manager with Tropic Lightning Creative, served as a Creative Editor for Unique Film & Video. and Director of Photography at ERP Audio-Visual. I bring hands-on experience across writing, producing, directing, camera work and editing to deliver compelling visual storytelling.…

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My passion is telling a great story, whether long or short form. I have been a dependable asset to many clients, offering creative solutions to their projects. I have also mentored many associates in the communications field. I can work onsite or remote, editing with Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premier Pro and Davinci Resolve.

Over the years I have led Ford’s internal post-production workflow at Communicore Visual Communications, steered digital transitions as Post-Production Manager with Tropic Lightning Creative, served as a Creative Editor for Unique Film & Video. and Director of Photography at ERP Audio-Visual. I bring hands-on experience across writing, producing, directing, camera work and editing to deliver compelling visual storytelling.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Ford Studio Manager and Senior Editor at Communicore Visual Communications
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2025
Provided onsite and remote communication support for Ford Motor Company at the World Headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan.
Vice President, Post-Production Manager at Tropic Lightning Creative, Inc.
October 4, 2004 - July 31, 2008
Contracted with Ford Communication Services; instrumental in transforming Ford's internal video post-production department to the digital age.
Post-Production Supervisor & Creative Editor at Unique Film & Video
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2004
Oversaw post-production and creative editing.
Director of Photography at ERP Audio Visual Productions
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1998
Worked many aspects of video production including writing, producing and directing; main area was director of photography.
Chemical Production Line Worker at Diversey Wyandotte Corporation
January 1, 1987 - January 1, 1989
Trained Emergency Response Team member for chemical and medical emergencies.
Infantry Specialist (Specialist 4) at U.S. Army
December 31, 1983 - December 31, 1986
Served as infantryman; awarded certificates and medals; honorable discharge.

Education

Certificate at Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1989
Diploma at St. Alphonsus High School
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1983

Qualifications

EMMY Award for Program Editing, Michigan chapter
March 29, 2001 - March 30, 2001

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Professional Services
    uniE608 FordPro Unpacked Promo
    Crafted story from raw files into promo video for the event. I also was the producer in the field working with the camera crew to get footage and interviews. videoeditor producer…