I have 14 years of experience in video editing, working on a range of projects on a professional and personal level from short films (15), music videos (2), and commercials (25).…

Max Slocum

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I have 14 years of experience in video editing, working on a range of projects on a professional and personal level from short films (15), music videos (2), and commercials (25).…

Available to hire

I have 14 years of experience in video editing, working on a range of projects on a professional and personal level from short films (15), music videos (2), and commercials (25).

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Media Professional at The Imaginative Hobbyist
March 1, 2015 - Present
Produce short films, photography, digital artwork and photography for clients; manage social media content using trending topics and audience metrics; write, shoot, and edit shorts (12) and music videos (2); photograph weddings (2) and individual portraits (25); design concept art, logos, and advertisements (6).
Graphic Designer at Hastings Community TV
October 1, 2012 - March 31, 2026
Design logos, advertisements, banners, and screen graphics for company image, original programming, events, social media, and sports coverage (250+ images).
Camera Operator at Hastings Community TV
October 1, 2012 - March 31, 2026
Film community events, such as grand openings, public speaking, panels, and sports (120+ events).
Content Producer at Hastings Community TV
October 1, 2012 - March 31, 2026
Create and produce the original series “Strangely Local” (12 episodes); create, produce, and host the original series “Shop’d to the Max!” (48 episodes); create public service announcements (24 PSAs) covering various topics; direct and edit the short film “Crookies” (0:42).
Production Intern at Tree Trust Landscaping Service
June 1, 2012 - August 1, 2012
Met and beat deadlines through positive team communication while fulfilling project specifications; planted trees and flower seeds; built architecture in parks (stairs and boxes) to preserve plant life; cut down buckthorn, trimmed branches, and pulled weeds; picked up trash and recycled other items.
Crew Worker at Tree Trust Landscaping Service
June 1, 2009 - August 1, 2010
Built and maintained landscapes, planted trees and seeds; performed general outdoor maintenance.

Education

Associate’s Degree at Dakota County Technical College (DCTC)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor’s Degree at Metropolitan State University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2022
Minor in Digital Media at Metropolitan State University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2022
Associate’s Degree, Management for Technical Professionals at Dakota County Technical College (DCTC)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor’s Degree, Technical Writing at Metropolitan State University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2022
Minor, Digital Media at Metropolitan State University
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Broadcasting Internship at Hastings Community TV
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026
Associate’s Degree at Dakota County Technical College (DCTC)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor's Degree, Technical Writing at Metropolitan State University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Promotion to Employee (Hastings Community TV) for PSA on distracted driving
October 1, 2012 - March 31, 2026
Winner, SkillsUSA Digital Cinema Production state championship
January 1, 2013 - March 31, 2026
Presenter at Autism Spectrum Disorder in Technology Fields panel representing the TRIO program at Dakota County Technical College
January 1, 2014 - March 31, 2026
Promoted from Intern to Employee by Hastings Community TV on a PSA about distracted driving
October 1, 2012 - March 31, 2026
State Champion in Digital Cinema Production, SkillsUSA
January 1, 2013 - March 31, 2026
Presented at Autistic Spectrum Disorder in Technology Fields panel, Dakota County Technical College TRIO program
January 1, 2014 - March 31, 2026
Finalist, Digital Cinema Production, Nationals, Adobe Skills USA
January 1, 2013 - April 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services, Government
    Hastings Community TV Logo
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