I am a seasoned public relations specialist and multi-media journalist with over 20 years of experience. Throughout my career, I've successfully managed teams of journalists and developed strong skills in writing, editing, photography, and videography across traditional TV, web platforms, and social media. I thrive in high-pressure environments and enjoy mentoring and coaching to build strong cross-functional teams. Currently, I work as an Audiovisual Specialist at the Department of Homeland Security, creating compelling video content that communicates the department's mission. My passion lies in storytelling and using multimedia to highlight important work and events that matter.…

Raymond Piper

I am a seasoned public relations specialist and multi-media journalist with over 20 years of experience. Throughout my career, I've successfully managed teams of journalists and developed strong skills in writing, editing, photography, and videography across traditional TV, web platforms, and social media. I thrive in high-pressure environments and enjoy mentoring and coaching to build strong cross-functional teams. Currently, I work as an Audiovisual Specialist at the Department of Homeland Security, creating compelling video content that communicates the department's mission. My passion lies in storytelling and using multimedia to highlight important work and events that matter.…

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I am a seasoned public relations specialist and multi-media journalist with over 20 years of experience. Throughout my career, I’ve successfully managed teams of journalists and developed strong skills in writing, editing, photography, and videography across traditional TV, web platforms, and social media. I thrive in high-pressure environments and enjoy mentoring and coaching to build strong cross-functional teams.

Currently, I work as an Audiovisual Specialist at the Department of Homeland Security, creating compelling video content that communicates the department’s mission. My passion lies in storytelling and using multimedia to highlight important work and events that matter.

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English
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Work Experience

Audiovisual Specialist at Department of Homeland Security
January 1, 2021 - June 15, 2024
Videographer and editor for projects highlighting employees and communicating the Department of Homeland Security mission. Developed story ideas, coordinated interviews, set up lighting, and recorded footage of newsworthy events. Worked as a team to provide camera support, control-room video switching and direction for a 500-person auditorium. Streamed remote events using cameras, LiveU units, portable video switchers, speakers, and sound boards.
Public Affairs Specialist at Federal Emergency Management Agency
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Established and managed a 4-person photography and video production team. Managed assignments and ensured projects were completed on time and to standard. Captured footage and edited videos to highlight FEMA operations onsite and at disasters. Coordinated nationwide with regional and field offices for photography and video support, increasing content for FEMA’s press releases, social media platforms, and websites.
Social and Mobile Team Lead at Federal Emergency Management Agency
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Led a multi-discipline team for FEMA social media accounts, the FEMA App, text messaging program, and the FEMA Blog. Set goals and milestones for accounts to ensure continual growth. Coordinated with multiple offices to develop social media plans.
Public Affairs Manager at U.S. Army
June 27, 1996 - June 20, 2016
Led journalism teams in the United States and overseas to produce print and video content for the U.S. Army. Managed and edited multiple military publications. Coached and mentored soldiers to improve their professional skills.

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Government, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
    paper DHS Workforce Remembers September 11

    I set up a two-camera shoot and conducted the interview. I edited the video using Adobe Premiere.

    paper DHS Super Bowl Game Day

    A short promotional video highlighting DHS security support to SBLVII. I edited photos and video provided by a crew on the ground using Adobe Premiere and Adobe After Effects and premade graphics.

    paper Thank You FEMA Family

    This project was to thank the family members of FEMA employees, who put in an incredible amount of overtime during the response to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
    As the primary videographer, I lit the green screen properly for all interviews and filmed all interviews with a Sony A7r III.
    I edited all provided photos to correct for exposure and cropped for best sizing in Adobe Photoshop. The video was edited in Adobe Premiere Pro.

    paper Army Shooters take top positions in 2015 USPSA Multigun Nationals

    The video was filmed with a mix of a Nikon D800 and multiple GoPros. You can see me following in some of the video. I conducted all of the interviews on location. It was edited for social media with Final Cut Pro.