Michael P. Menzel

Available to hire

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Studio Technician II at Yorktel
January 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Supported the Social Security Administration’s in-house studio operations, producing and editing video-based training content. Collaborated with clients and studio staff to execute live and recorded productions. Set up, operated, and maintained lighting, audio, and camera systems. Recorded and edited footage for training and eLearning courses using Storyline 360. Created motion graphics and animations to enhance instructional materials. Ensured post-production deliverables met SSA’s compression and formatting standards.
Mid-Level Multimedia Specialist at Abacus Technology Corporation
December 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Member of NASA Goddard Space Flight Center’s Communications Team, producing digital content for the James Webb Space Telescope (Webb) program outreach and public affairs. Coordinated filming schedules with Optics, Testing, Transportation and Launch teams; filmed footage of activities and events for features and B-roll; edited footage in post-production for features and B-roll packages; provided audio and video support for live broadcasts; prepared scripts; coordinated review of footage with Goddard’s Office of Communication and Multimedia and NASA Headquarters for proprietary compliance; archived footage for NASA Scientific Visualization Studio and Cantemo websites. Accomplishments include the Webb Mirror Glamour Trailer winning 1st place for videography in NASA’s Videographer of the Year Award and a RHG Exceptional Achievement Outreach award for Artemis/Apollo/LRO live broadcasts.
Multimedia Specialist at Advocates in Manpower Management (AIMM)
May 1, 2016 - December 1, 2023
Member of NASA Goddard Space Flight Center’s Communications Team, produced digital content for the James Webb Space Telescope (Webb) program outreach and public affairs; coordinated filming schedules with cross-functional teams; filmed activities and events for features and B-roll; edited post-production for features and B-roll packages; provided audio and video support for live broadcasts; prepared scripts; coordinated review of footage for proprietary compliance; archived footage for NASA Visualization Studio and Cantemo websites.
Multimedia Specialist at Abacus Technology Corporation / Advocates in Manpower Management (AIMM)
May 1, 2016 - June 1, 2024
Contributed to NASA Goddard Space Flight Center’s Communications Team, creating digital content for the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and related missions. Filmed, edited, and produced features, B-roll, and live broadcast content. Coordinated production logistics with technical and engineering teams. Managed footage review and approvals across NASA departments and HQ. Archived video content for NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio and Cantemo systems. Accomplishments: Produced 'Webb Mirror Glamour Trailer', awarded NASA Videographer of the Year – 1st Place (Videography). Earned NASA RHG Exceptional Achievement Outreach Award for Apollo, Artemis, and LRO live shot broadcasts.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Towson University
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
Associate of Arts at Frederick Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
Bachelor of Science at Towson University
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
Associate of Arts at Frederick Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Electronic Media & Film at Towson University
August 1, 2013 - December 1, 2015
Associate of Arts in Digital Media Design at Frederick Community College
August 1, 2010 - May 1, 2013

Qualifications

NASA Videographer of the Year – 1st Place (Videography)
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026
NASA RHG Exceptional Achievement Outreach Award
January 11, 2030 - January 30, 2026

Industry Experience

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