Sean A. Taylor

Cinematography Film & Video Instructor at CTE

Provide hands-on instruction in critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, and computer technology; develop career pathways; prepare students for apprenticeships or higher education; maintain instructional materials and equipment; teach students aged 13-18; lead student experiences; partner with employers; recruit and select students; maintain student records.

Creative Director / Lead Editor at Visual Jedi, LLC

Oversee video and audio recordings; lead video editing and motion graphics; produce live event videography, weddings, commercials, documentaries, promotional videos; manage VHS to USB transfers; mentor for LA Radio & Film Connection.

Network Control Operator at ESPN

Distribute ESPN and Disney networks; monitor inbound/outbound satellite and fiber circuits; plan, install, operate, and maintain broadcast equipment; ensure compliance with ESPN standards; handle studio routing, control, and quality monitoring.

Quantel Content Editor at ESPN

Daily editing on Quantel non-linear edit system; edit telestration plays, music montages, game highlights, top 10 plays and B-roll; ensure edit bay performance; check audio/video scopes and patching.

Studio Technician & Video Engineer at ESPN

Video shading operator and camera operator for live broadcasts and pre-productions; set up and calibrate virtual brainstorm elements; manage studio lighting and camera control; perform nightly shutdowns and routing tasks.

AVID & FCP Studio Instructor at CSB School of Broadcasting

Taught basics of television production; designed Final Cut Pro Studio curriculum; created user-friendly manuals and tutorials.

Camera Operator & Production Assistant at Motion, INC

ENG camera operator, boom mic operator; cinematographer and assistant director for selected projects; production crew responsibilities including lighting, props, and grip; front desk duties.

Senior Editor & Camera Operator at Image-N-More, LLC

Editing and creating commercials; wedding graphics; intros/outros; DVD menus; camera operator and lighting director.

Camera Operator & Editor at Gilliam Jr. Productions, INC

Camerawork, editing, and audio support for various projects; lead grip and lighting assistant for church productions and other shoots.

Senior Editor & Camera Operator at Island Flava Television Show

Assistant producer; senior camera operator; senior editor and audio technician for weekly reggae show; produced short videos and backstage interviews.

Senior Editor & Camera Operator at Philly VTV Channel 7

Assistant producer; senior camera operator; editor and audio technician for weekly hip-hop show; interviews and live concerts.

Senior Editor at Omniplex 2000, INC

Senior editor; camera operator and audio technician for PA X Television Weekly Talk Show; setup/teardown lighting; archive library updates.

VTR Operator, Camera Operator & Editor at Philly TV News

VTR operator; audio board operator; live news; edit VO/SOT/Packages; tape library liaison.

Production Intern at Hartford Public Access Television Network

Production intern; editor and camera operator.

Cinematography Film & Video Instructor at CTE

Demonstrates knowledge and implements a hands-on approach to critical thinking and problem solving; delivers instruction in teamwork, communications, problem solving, decision making, and computer technology; develops career pathways, prepares instructional materials, maintains equipment; teaches students aged 13-18 and leads student experiences in career field-related organizations; collaborates with employers and postsecondary institutions to promote and advance technical skills; participates in recruitment and maintains student records.

Creative Director / Lead Editor at Visual Jedi, LLC

Responsible for all video/audio recordings; leads video editing and motion graphics; specializes in live event videography, weddings, commercials, documentaries, promotional videos and short films; oversees VHS or DVD transfers to digital masters; mentors for the LA Radio & Film Connection online Cinematography School of Media.

Network Control Operator at ESPN

Distribution of ESPN and Disney networks to customers worldwide; monitor inbound and outbound satellite and fiber circuits; perform systems planning, installation, operation, and maintenance of broadcast equipment; verify compliance with ESPN standards; manage studio routing, technical control and quality monitoring of outbound transmissions.

Quantel Content Editor at ESPN

Daily editing on the Quantel non-linear edit system for ESPN Domestic, International and Deportes networks; ensure edit bay is optimized, check patching, audio, video scopes, and server accessibility; edit telestrations, music montages, game highlights, top 10 plays and B-roll.

Studio Technician & Video Engineer at ESPN

Video shading operator and camera operator for live broadcasts and pre-productions; calibrate virtual brainstorm elements; manage studio lighting and related control room gear; execute shutdown procedures including telestrator re-patching and router control.

AVID & FCP Studio Instructor at CSB School of Broadcasting

Taught the basics of television production; graded assignments and mentored students; designed Final Cut Pro Studio curriculum and updated video manuals.

Camera Operator & Production Assistant at Motion, INC

ENG camera operator, boom mic operator and production assistant for on-location shoots; cinematography, lighting, props, grip support; front desk responsibilities for crew scheduling.

Senior Editor & Camera Operator at Image-N-More, LLC

Senior editor and camera operator for live event productions; edited commercials; created wedding graphics, intros/outros; authored DVD menus; front desk responsibilities.

Camera Operator & Editor at Gilliam Jr. Productions, INC

Camera operator, lead grip and audio assistant for weekly church services; editor and graphic creator; VHS to DVD transfers and archival tasks.

Senior Editor & Camera Operator at Island Flava Television Show

Senior editor and camera operator for weekly reggae show; produced short videos and exclusive artist interviews backstage.

Senior Editor & Camera Operator at Philly VTV Channel 7

Assistant producer and editor for weekly hip-hop show; shot exclusive interviews; produced live concert videos with backstage interviews.

Senior Editor at Omniplex 2000, INC

Senior editor for PA X Television Weekly Talk Show; setup/breakdown of lights and gear; archiving media.

VTR Operator, Camera Operator & Editor at Philly TV News

VTR and audio operator for live news; on-location shoots; edit VO/SOT/Packages; archive liaison; live broadcast duties.

Production Intern at Hartford Public Access Television Network

Production intern, editor and camera operator.

Cinematography Film & Video Instructor at CTE

Hands-on instructor teaching critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, communication, and computer technology aligned to industry standards. Develops career pathways with postsecondary partners; prepares instructional materials; maintains equipment; teaches students aged 13-18; leads career-related student organizations; contributes to school improvement and workforce readiness goals; partners with employers and community groups to promote technical skills.

Creative Director / Lead Editor at Visual Jedi, LLC

Creative Director and Lead Editor responsible for all video and audio recordings, editing, and motion graphics. Specializes in live events, weddings, commercials, documentaries, promotional videos, and short films. Manages VHS/DVD transfers to digital masters; mentors for LA Radio & Film Connection; freelance videographer for Classic Photographers & Evian’s Photo Inc.

Network Control Operator at ESPN

Distributed ESPN and Disney networks worldwide; monitored inbound and outbound satellite and fiber circuits for remote productions and newsgathering; planned, installed, operated, and maintained broadcast equipment; ensured compliance with ESPN standards; handled studio routing and quality monitoring of transmissions.

Quantel Content Editor at ESPN

Daily editing on the Quantel non-linear edit system for ESPN Domestic, International, and Deportes networks; maintained edit bays, checked patching, audio, and video scopes; edited telestrations, music montages, game highlights, top 10 plays, and B-roll.

Studio Technician & Video Engineer at ESPN

Video shading operator and camera operator for live broadcasts and pre-productions in ESPN studios. Set up and calibrate cameras, lighting, and virtual brainstorm elements; managed studio routing and lighting intensity; performed nightly shutdown, patching, and archive tasks.

AVID & FCP Studio Instructor at CSB School of Broadcasting

Taught and advised students on television production basics; graded papers and mentored one-on-one; designed Final Cut Pro Studio curriculum including import, edit, and export; updated manuals and tutorials.

Camera Operator & Production Assistant at Motion, INC

ENG camera operator, boom mic operator, and mixer for on-location shoots; cinematographer and assistant director for selected projects; production crew for commercials, corporate, and YMCA documentaries; front desk duties including crew bookings and scheduling.

Senior Editor & Camera Operator at Image-N-More, LLC

Camera operator, lighting director, and audio assistant for live events; senior editor responsible for editing and creating commercials; production graphics, intros, outros, and DVD menus; front desk duties and scheduling.

Camera Operator & Editor at Gilliam Jr. Productions, INC

Camera operator, lead grip, and audio assistant for weekly church services; edited and created graphics for Urban Xpression; VHS-to-DVD transfers and video consulting.

Senior Editor & Camera Operator at Island Flava Television Show

Assistant producer, senior camera operator, senior editor, and audio technician for weekly reggae show; produced short videos of live concerts with backstage interviews.

Senior Editor & Camera Operator at Philly VTV Channel 7

Assistant producer, senior camera operator, editor, and audio technician for weekly hip-hop radio show; scheduled exclusive interviews; produced short videos of live concerts with backstage interviews.

Senior Editor at Omniplex 2000, INC

Senior camera operator, editor, and audio technician for PA X Television weekly talk show; setup and breakdown of lights, camera, tripod, lavaliere mics; updated photo/video library for archiving.

VTR Operator, Camera Operator & Editor at Philly TV News

VTR operator and audio board operator for live news; camera operator for breaking news and on-location shoots; edit VO/SOT/packages for air; tape library archives liaison.