David McCrea
** ******* **** ? Napa, California, 94558
(C) 707-***-**** ? abjpuh@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Camera Man 3/2010-3/2010
EMA Video Productions, Napa, CA
Duties and Responsibilities
COLLABORATED WITH PRODUCERS AND PRODUCTION STAFF to broadcast a live
Internet feed featuring a cooking contest. Worked with all staff levels to
film from various angels. Was asked for and provide feedback as to camera
locations in order to determine the best approach to filming for a live
Internet feed. Took direction and followed instructions. Completed
projects quickly and under pressure with accurate results.
Key Accomplishments
. Cameraman for Almostfamouschef.com live Internet feed.
. Wrapped, organized, and taped cable and set up cameras to film for the
contest.
. Filmed various angles for live contest. Focused on the judges,
contestant plates and their reactions.
. Worked with a team of seven to organize and promptly broadcast the
contest on time.
Editor/Intern 7/2009-10/2009
Bizvideosonline.com, Napa, CA
Duties and Responsibilities
EDITED TWO HOURS OF FOOTAGE TO 3 to 5 minute videos that conformed to the
message required by the clients. In one day, screened all footage,
identified key plot points, and inserted them into a clear short narrative
that promoted and showcased their business.
ESTABLISHED THE NARRATIVE USING FINAL CUT PRO version 6 to trim each video
into a tighter, more completed video. Added appropriate music and titles to
enhance the production quality. Each video was delivered to
the client according a strict timeline. Edited two to three videos at once
logging and organizing each project.
CREATED A FOLDER FOR EACH PROJECT USING FINAL CUT PRO BIN as each shot was
clearly identified to allow quick insertion. Completed the editing of
short intro videos that had more 40 hours of footage. Converted each video
to A QuickTime file so it could be uploaded to the Internet and the video
embedded on the business website.
Key Accomplishments
. Utilized Final Cut Pro using Mac hardware to edit short intro videos
for small business web sites.
. Created lively titles and motion demos for Customers using Apple
Motion.
. Shot and edited videos to support the bizvideosonline.com website.
Food Services/Customer Relations 07/2004-07/2006
In-N-Out Burger, Davis, CA
Duties and Responsibilities
EXPLAIN TECHNICAL PROVISIONS: Taught new employees how to operate cooking
and cleaning equipment to ensure safety and compliance with the standards
of the company and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA). Oversaw and directed other employees to make certain that food was
quickly prepared and delivered to customers in a friendly manner. Guarded
the company's interest by making sure that stale food was properly disposed
of.
PUBLIC RELATIONS: Provided excellent customer service at counter, drive-
though, and tables. Delivered hundreds of orders to the right people on a
daily basis. Managed customers' special requests with the highest caliber
of service and excellence. Always provided excellent advice, commented upon
the specials of the day, and saw to customer needs in an orderly and timely
fashion. Ensure that disabled and handicapped customers were given extra
attention and time in a fast-paced environment.
Key Accomplishments
. Facilitated excellent service to more than 1,800 customers per day.
. Worked with diverse individuals and groups on a daily basis.
. Ensured outstanding sanitation in cooking and serving procedures.
. Effectively worked as part of a 12-18 member team.
Temporary Rural Carrier 05/2005-11/2005
United State Postal Service, Vacaville, CA
Duties and Responsibilities
TECHNICAL SERVICES: Sorted mail and arranged it in delivery sequence.
Delivered mail along a pre-established rural route, delivering mail and
packages to roadside mailboxes. Collected customer fees for mail that was
to be registered, certified, or insured. Sold postage stamps and money
orders as required by customers.
PROBLEM SOLVING: Delivered mail through all types of weather and resolved
issues including natural hazards such as icy roads and extreme
temperatures. Maintained thorough and comprehensive knowledge of route and
delivery instructions for various customers.
PUBLIC RELATIONS: Picked up parcels and posts and explained the fee
structure of different means of mail delivery to customers. Gathered all
relevant facts from customers about packages and desired delivery dates in
order to provide advice as to delivery choices. Took receipt and signature
during deliveries to ensure that packages and posts had been delivered to
the correct address. Maintained a friendly and professional demeanor and
observed the highest standards of customer's service and professionalism
during my daily route.
COMMUNICATIONS: Communicated effectively with customers, other mail
carriers, and post office personnel. Developed strong working
relationships.
Key Accomplishments
. Quickly learned established routes and accurately delivered mail.
. Effectively communicated with customers and explained services as needed.
. Routinely assisted other mail carriers with their routes after finishing
assigned route.
98K Signals Analysis Interceptor 04/2000-04/2004
United States Army, Bad Abiling Station, Germany Hours/week: 40
Duties and Responsibilities
EXPLAIN TECHNICAL PROVISIONS: Trained other soldiers and personnel in
electronic intelligence interception and analysis methods. Ensured that all
technical provisions were followed in the interception and identification
of foreign intelligence during time of war and explained what information
was gathered and the method(s) used to gather it to superiors. Oversaw and
supervised a team of intelligence gathers and analysts, explaining in
exacting detail all methods, countermeasures and analytic techniques that
were germane to a given operation. Supervised searches for both general and
specific information utilizing electro-optic signals, intercept recording
devices, and analytical equipment.
ELICIT RELEVANT FACTS: Gathered and sifted enormous amounts of data to
identify relevant intelligence and counter intelligence methods. Selected
categories and classes of electo-optic or foreign instrumentation signals
using technical references and equipment to record, analyze, and
deconstruct intercepted signals. Advised and directed other operators in
problem-solving techniques and explained the technical provisions and all
aspects of missions and search parameters.
ADVICE AND PROBLEM SOLVING: Identified new foreign counter- intelligence
methods in a rapidly changing intelligence gathering environment and
advised others on how to effectively respond. Solved problems with
detecting and analyzing data by shifting general search parameters and
targeting additional sources of foreign instrumentation, data, and
equipment. Adapted to rapid shifts in enemy data transmission techniques
to ensure that enemy troop locations remained known to field operatives and
soldiers during time of war.
EXPLAIN PLANS AND BENEFITS: Explained the benefits and detriments of
various operational plans and electronic intelligence gathering techniques
to fellow personnel and command elements. Planned and carried out mission
technical and operational details utilizing relevant facts regarding known
sources of enemy intelligence and gave advice regarding mission contingency
plans to ensure success.
Key Accomplishments
. Contributed significantly to knowledge of enemy resources, plans, and
locations.
. Quickly and effectively resolved equipment and personnel issues to ensure
achievement of goals and objectives.
EDUCATION
San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA
Graduated: 2009
Major: Cinema
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Number of semester hours: 128
GPA: 2.98
Courses include: Cinema; Critical Studies; Science Fiction
Accomplishments: Completed a significant group cinematography project and
several individual filming projects.
Solano Community College, Fairfield, CA
Graduated: 2008
Major: Liberal Arts, Film and Television
Degree: Associate of Arts
Number of semester hours: 77
GPA: 2.84
Courses include: Cinema 16: advance film production, TV 55: Broadcast
Production
Will C. Wood High School, Vacaville, CA, 95687
Diploma, 1998
JOB-RELATED TRAINING
Signal Analysis, U.S. Army, 6 mo, 2000
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware,
tools, machinery, typing speed, etc.):
Software: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook,
and Internet Explorer)
COMPUTER SKILLS: Proficient with personal computers and Apple computers.
Experienced with networking and troubleshooting.
TYPING: 40 WPM
Professional awards and honors:
Dean's List, San Francisco State University, Spring and Summer, 2009
Dean's List, Solano Community College, Spring, 2008
Joint Service Award Medal, 2004
National Defense Service Medal, 2002