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Hi, I’m Ricky T. Smith, a Fairfax, VA based multimedia professional with Top Secret/SCI clearance and a strong background in IT, security, and video production. Over 18 years I’ve set up and maintained computer systems, networks, and labs, while also building a 17-year track record creating and editing multimedia content, from studio recordings to compelling training videos. I thrive collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality visuals and training, while keeping security and compliance front and center. In addition to my technical and creative work, I’m experienced in user support, data-driven storytelling, and instructional design, making me a versatile contributor to government, defense, and enterprise projects.…Hi, I’m Ricky T. Smith, a Fairfax, VA based multimedia professional with Top Secret/SCI clearance and a strong background in IT, security, and video production. Over 18 years I’ve set up and maintained computer systems, networks, and labs, while also building a 17-year track record creating and editing multimedia content, from studio recordings to compelling training videos. I thrive collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality visuals and training, while keeping security and compliance front and center. In addition to my technical and creative work, I’m experienced in user support, data-driven storytelling, and instructional design, making me a versatile contributor to government, defense, and enterprise projects.

Ricky T. Smith

Filmmaker, Videographer, Video Editor, +1

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Hi, I’m Ricky T. Smith, a Fairfax, VA based multimedia professional with Top Secret/SCI clearance and a strong background in IT, security, and video production. Over 18 years I’ve set up and maintained computer systems, networks, and labs, while also building a 17-year track record creating and editing multimedia content, from studio recordings to compelling training videos. I thrive collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality visuals and training, while keeping security and compliance front and center. In addition to my technical and creative work, I’m experienced in user support, data-driven storytelling, and instructional design, making me a versatile contributor to government, defense, and enterprise projects.…Hi, I’m Ricky T. Smith, a Fairfax, VA based multimedia professional with Top Secret/SCI clearance and a strong background in IT, security, and video production. Over 18 years I’ve set up and maintained computer systems, networks, and labs, while also building a 17-year track record creating and editing multimedia content, from studio recordings to compelling training videos. I thrive collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality visuals and training, while keeping security and compliance front and center. In addition to my technical and creative work, I’m experienced in user support, data-driven storytelling, and instructional design, making me a versatile contributor to government, defense, and enterprise projects.

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Hi, I’m Ricky T. Smith, a Fairfax, VA based multimedia professional with Top Secret/SCI clearance and a strong background in IT, security, and video production. Over 18 years I’ve set up and maintained computer systems, networks, and labs, while also building a 17-year track record creating and editing multimedia content, from studio recordings to compelling training videos.

I thrive collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality visuals and training, while keeping security and compliance front and center. In addition to my technical and creative work, I’m experienced in user support, data-driven storytelling, and instructional design, making me a versatile contributor to government, defense, and enterprise projects.

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Work Experience

Audio-Visual Specialist at LMI

November 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025

Responded to user emails requesting special access on agency classified systems; created source content with Adobe Premiere and PhotoShop; produced open-source content for policymakers; utilized access control for individuals granted new United access or new role responsibility.

Multimedia Editor / Visual Production at LMI

August 1, 2023 - November 1, 2024

Created over 60 training and agency informative videos; edited requested footage with Adobe Premiere Pro and Camtasia; assisted data school presenters with animated footage for PowerPoint; scheduled and coordinated studio audio sessions.

Editor and Visual Production at TLI Enterprises – Targeting Mission Academy

April 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023

Performed pre-production scripts and content evaluations; produced digital video content; consulted with clients to outline specifications; scheduled and directed in-studio and campus location shoots with approval.

Briefer/Registrar/ Multi-Media Specialist/Videographer at Crimson Phoenix LLC – Office of Security

December 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023

Prepared onboarding briefings; explained session models addressing agency policies; granted access to new/existing employees; employed dry-run techniques in team development; used TASR-B for closed captioning; pre-production work with team members for stories and scripts; collaborated with graphics designers and location scouting.

Stillwater Field Technician / Multi-media Editor at Stillwater

October 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022

Performed and repaired requests via ESMT service tickets; managed workstation setups and VSIT connections; arranged studio AV sessions; travel to locations; prepared fit-ups and reports; documented completion; conducted VTC and AV trouble-shoot.

Warehouse Specialist 2 at General Dynamics

August 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022

Overseen daily warehouse operations; noted shipping/receiving schedules and inventory; weighed incoming packages; forklift operation; updated daily logs.

Sr. Close Support / Sr. Systems Administrator, Investigations Division at General Dynamics

March 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022

Adjusted network closet cabling; provided Tier I/II support for hardware/software/network; re-imaged workstations; installed card readers; produced weekly task/output reports; troubleshot network issues in closets.

IT Training Specialist / Coordinator at General Dynamics IT

March 1, 2020 - March 1, 2022

Organized self-guided trainings; delivered presentations; supported enterprise intelligence production tracking app; supported Agile requirements; collected user feedback and provided troubleshooting and briefing support.

Systems Security Engineer / Systems Administrator at General Dynamics

June 1, 2012 - March 1, 2020

Conducted technical analysis of product implementations; troubleshot issues; delivered training and product briefings; created accounts; assisted users with access and support; produced weekly reports.

Field Engineer / Systems Administrator at Lockheed Martin

December 1, 2011 - June 1, 2012

Analyzed product implementations, troubleshot issues, provided technical training and briefings; created user accounts; installed rapid delivery releases; Level 3 support; documented changes.

Weapons Handler at Naval Base at Indian Head

August 1, 2010 - August 1, 2011

Provided security, access control, and accountability for armory access; firearm maintenance and ammunition inventory; base patrol preparation.

Help Desk Support Sr. Specialist at General DC / DoS context

September 1, 2009 - August 1, 2010

Tier I/II support for hardware/software/network; Remedy trouble reporting; escalation as needed; documented issues and patterns for corrective action.

Hardware Support Sr. Technician at Gaithersburg, MD

August 1, 2006 - September 1, 2009

Set up and tested a variety of hardware; performed preventive and on-demand maintenance; logged activity in Remedy.

Security Access Control Uniformed Officer at Herndon, VA

March 1, 2005 - August 1, 2006

Guarded, patrolled and policed industrial premises; traffic control; received Officer of the Quarter (2006) for stopping a robbery.

Diplomatic Armed Protections Officer at Department of State

November 1, 2004 - March 1, 2005

Badge identification, access control, post security surveillance, 24-hour duty log maintenance.

Accounts Management Representative at First North American National Bank

January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003

Accounts management, collections tasks, customer follow-up and service.