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MATTHEW LEASURE
**** ********** ***** ? DUBLIN ? OHIO 43017
PHONE: 740-***-**** ? EMAIL: *********@***.***
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication, Ohio University, Athens,
Ohio, 2004
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Photojournalist, Zanesville Times Recorder, Zanesville, Ohio
2004 - 2009
. Execute daily assignments, Create videos for online edition,
prepare project and assignment presentations, manage online
content, participate in story idea development, assign and
budget freelance employees, assist with page layout, assist with
editing stories, prepare images for publication; all under
minimal supervision
. Archive images and page layouts, maintain supplies, schedule
meetings and assignments, participate in outreach projects,
answer phone calls and assist customers
. Act as liaison between sports, news and photo departments
. Operate effectively to meet demanding newspaper deadlines
. Conduct personal interviews and interact with members of the
local community on a daily basis, projecting a positive
corporate image
Freelance Photojournalist, Self-employed
2002 - Present
. Cover nationwide news, sports, and features for publication
. Independently develop and maintain client relationships;
organizations include the Athens Messenger, Associated Graphics
Inc. and InVision
Marketing Representative, Horizon Wireless (Sprint PCS), Southeastern Ohio
2001 - 2003
. Travel to various colleges and universities to promote and
increase brand name recognition
. Responsible for distributing marketing materials and generating
leads for customer accounts
SKILLS
. Dynamic organization, project planning, time management, and multi-
tasking abilities
. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
. PC literate with technical proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe
InDesign, Final Cut and Avid; along with Microsoft Office applications
(Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word)
. Readily adapt to new professional settings and adeptly acquire/apply new
skills and knowledge
. Additional training and experience in diverse areas of business
operations including staff training and direction, as well as specific
software training
REFERENCES
Mr. Rick Harrison, Director of Art, Ohio State Alumni Association
Mr. Nathan Nale, Graphic Design Artist, Associated Graphics Inc.
Mr. Trevor Jones, Multimedia Editor, Zanesville Times Recorder
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