I'm a Digital Content Creation Specialist with 20+ years in television production and digital photography, and 15 years creating written and video online content. I craft compelling media for broadcast, digital platforms, and corporate clients—from concept through delivery—blending technical skill with storytelling. I also enjoy mentoring and teaching; since 2015 I’ve taught videography and video editing at NASA's Gilruth Center and served as a contract instructor for NASA engineers and administrators. My freelance work spans legal videography, archival video transfer, and multimedia production for clients across the Gulf Coast.…

Harry Shelton

I'm a Digital Content Creation Specialist with 20+ years in television production and digital photography, and 15 years creating written and video online content. I craft compelling media for broadcast, digital platforms, and corporate clients—from concept through delivery—blending technical skill with storytelling. I also enjoy mentoring and teaching; since 2015 I’ve taught videography and video editing at NASA's Gilruth Center and served as a contract instructor for NASA engineers and administrators. My freelance work spans legal videography, archival video transfer, and multimedia production for clients across the Gulf Coast.…

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I’m a Digital Content Creation Specialist with 20+ years in television production and digital photography, and 15 years creating written and video online content. I craft compelling media for broadcast, digital platforms, and corporate clients—from concept through delivery—blending technical skill with storytelling.

I also enjoy mentoring and teaching; since 2015 I’ve taught videography and video editing at NASA’s Gilruth Center and served as a contract instructor for NASA engineers and administrators. My freelance work spans legal videography, archival video transfer, and multimedia production for clients across the Gulf Coast.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Television Producer at https://harrysheltonvideofilms.blogspot.com
March 1, 2008 - Present
Owner of a Video/Photography Services company
Contract Instructor at NASA Exchange, Johnson Space Center
October 1, 2015 - Present
Taught classes in videography and video editing; part-time, contract.
Legal Videographer at On the Spot Video
June 1, 2019 - July 1, 2025
Recorded legal depositions; covered in-person assignments and Zoom sessions; client coordination.
Manager/Chief Video Transfer Technician at Texas Home Movies
November 1, 2016 - January 1, 2021
Converted consumer films and videocassettes to digital archives. Managed office. Produced commemorative videos.
Freelance Videographer/Photographer at Various Clients (CGI Communications, Keys Media, Northstar Auto Group, Texas Home Movies)
May 1, 2007 - Present
Shoot video and photo commercials; write copy; upload to company websites; view sample videos and facilities at blog.
Sony Consumer Product Representative at Market Star Marketing
October 1, 2012 - April 1, 2013
Demonstrated Sony Cameras, Camcorders, HDTV and VAIO Laptops in Best Buy stores; trained in Sony product line.
Sales Demonstrator at Strategic Retail Solutions
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Demonstrated and sold Swann Digital Video Recorders and Security Cameras in Costco stores.
Product Demonstrator at Advantage Solutions
May 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Demonstrated Epson Printers and Video Projectors in Costco and Best Buy retail stores; trained in Epson printers and projectors.
Sales Representative at North American Theatrical Photographers
February 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Sold portrait packages to parents of high school band and ROTC students.
Contract Sales Representative at Security Integrators
August 1, 2008 - December 1, 2009
Sold burglar alarms and digital video security systems to small businesses.
Sales Representative at Accent Spas
January 1, 2008 - May 1, 2009
Produced trade show video loops; wrote copy for website and online ads; managed trade show events at NRG and GRB centers.
Sales Representative at Platinum Portrait Studios
March 1, 2003 - October 1, 2007
Sold portrait packages; managed custom order department; edited photos; sent proofs by email; customer service.
Sales Representative at ADT/Smith Alarm Systems
June 1, 2001 - April 1, 2003
Sold CCTV, access control, and fire alarm solutions to medium-sized businesses.
Sales/Marketing Manager at DPON Multimedia
August 1, 2000 - June 1, 2001
Sold video camera systems and web video transmission systems; promoted to Sales Manager; created marketing materials.
Contract Photographer/Videographer at Belltowne Media Group
May 1, 1995 - December 1, 2000
Photographed events (Quinceañeras, weddings, youth sports, dance exhibitions); produced, directed, and edited TV productions; designed ads; managed websites.
Master Control Operator / Technical Director at FOX Television Stations Incorporated
August 1, 1980 - March 1, 1995
Operated and maintained broadcast video and audio equipment; assisted in studio control renovations and transmitter work.
Transmitter Operator at KVIA-TV
January 1, 1980 - December 31, 1980
Operated VHF transmitter.
Maintenance Engineer at Cable Channel 8
January 1, 1975 - December 31, 1976
Installed and repaired broadcast television equipment; station later became KFOX-TV14.
Technician at Blue Squirrel Sound
January 1, 1985 - December 31, 1987
Installed and repaired broadcast television equipment; repaired cameras and related gear; microwave links and projectors.
Licensed Engineer at KRIV -TV 26 (FOX Television Stations Inc.)
January 1, 1980 - January 1, 1995
Operated and maintained broadcast television equipment; assisted in transmitter and studio work.
Transmitter Operator at KVIA-TV, El Paso
January 1, 1980 - December 31, 1980
Operated RCA transmitter.
Maintenance Engineer at Cable Channel 8
January 1, 1975 - December 31, 1976
Installed and repaired broadcast television equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts: English-Creative Writing at University of Texas-El Paso
January 1, 1971 - December 12, 1979
Television Equipment Repair at U.S. Army Signal School-Fort Monmouth, New Jersey
August 24, 1972 - May 24, 1973
Trained in the operation and repair of broadcast television equipment.
BA Liberal Arts in English - Creative Writing at University of Texas - El Paso
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
Television Equipment Repair Course at US Army Signal School
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
ITSC 1401 Basic Computer Operation, Technical Communications English 2311 at Lone Star College
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026
Blog Writing and Internet Marketing Course at Stephen Pierce
March 1, 2010 - June 12, 2026

Qualifications

Golden Mic Award
March 30, 1975 - April 12, 2026
Golden Mic Award
March 30, 1975 - April 12, 2026
From Far East Network American Forces TV, Okinawa, Japan
FCC First Class Radiotelephone License
January 1, 1977 - June 12, 2026
Sony Consumer Product Representative Training
October 1, 2012 - April 1, 2013
Epson Consumer Product Demonstrator Training
May 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Stephen Pierce Blog Writing and Internet Marketing Course
March 1, 2010 - June 12, 2026
Television Equipment Repair Course
January 11, 2030 - June 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Government, Professional Services, Retail