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).
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
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Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Freelance Media Professional at The Imaginative Hobbyist
March 1, 2015 - PresentProduce 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).
Content Producer at Hastings Community TV
October 1, 2012 - March 31, 2026Create 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).
Camera Operator at Hastings Community TV
October 1, 2012 - March 31, 2026Film community events, such as grand openings, public speaking, panels, and sports (120+ events).
Graphic Designer at Hastings Community TV
October 1, 2012 - March 31, 2026Design logos, advertisements, banners, and screen graphics for company image, original programming, events, social media, and sports coverage (250+ images).
Production Intern at Tree Trust Landscaping Service
June 1, 2012 - August 1, 2012Met 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, 2010Built 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, 2024Bachelor’s Degree at Metropolitan State University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2022Minor in Digital Media at Metropolitan State University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2022Associate’s Degree, Management for Technical Professionals at Dakota County Technical College (DCTC)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2024Bachelor’s Degree, Technical Writing at Metropolitan State University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2022Minor, Digital Media at Metropolitan State University
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026Broadcasting Internship at Hastings Community TV
January 11, 2030 - March 31, 2026Associate’s Degree at Dakota County Technical College (DCTC)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2024Bachelor's Degree, Technical Writing at Metropolitan State University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2022Qualifications
Promotion to Employee (Hastings Community TV) for PSA on distracted driving
October 1, 2012 - March 31, 2026Winner, SkillsUSA Digital Cinema Production state championship
January 1, 2013 - March 31, 2026Presenter at Autism Spectrum Disorder in Technology Fields panel representing the TRIO program at Dakota County Technical College
January 1, 2014 - March 31, 2026Promoted from Intern to Employee by Hastings Community TV on a PSA about distracted driving
October 1, 2012 - March 31, 2026State Champion in Digital Cinema Production, SkillsUSA
January 1, 2013 - March 31, 2026Presented at Autistic Spectrum Disorder in Technology Fields panel, Dakota County Technical College TRIO program
January 1, 2014 - March 31, 2026Finalist, Digital Cinema Production, Nationals, Adobe Skills USA
January 1, 2013 - April 24, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services, Government
Here is a new version of my directing showreel featuring clips from my short film, commercial, and music video work -
if you are an individual or company interested in working together contact me through my website (TheImaginativeHobbyist.com) or direct message me on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram
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