Manager City

Jeffrey S. Verhoef

**** ******* ***** • Troy, MI 48084 • 248-***-**** • ***********@*****.***

Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jverhoef

CAREER OBJECTIVE

Seasoned media professional with extensive experience in multiple video production positions

eager to contribute expertise towards an organization in search of effective and creative

communication..

PROFILE

• 19 years of progressive experience in the video industry, including 10 years of governmental service in

a supervisory function.

• Successful at every level, from government access cable television to commercial television

production.

• Expert knowledge of multiple-level integration of communication techniques and tools in order to reach

diverse audience demographics.

• Utilizes a strengths-based management style and interest-based disciplinary technique with various

levels of staff and volunteer teams.

COMPREHENSIVE PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Freelance Videographer Creatively Mused June 2009-Current

Co-Founder

• Planned multi-million dollar multi-continent shoot for local sports team reality show marketing taster.

• Digital Asset Management & Logger on Trading Path Media ‘Barefoot’ reality show production.

• Director & graphics operator for local government meetings.

• Lead camera on local sports video productions.

• Consultant for local production house quotes and projects.

Community Affairs Officer City of Troy Community Affairs Department January 1999-March 2009

• Produced over 250 productions annually, totaling 2500+ for the City of Troy.

• Supervised technical quality and maintenance of equipment in the department.

• Achieved expert level in multiple video editing systems, video streaming devices, audio editing systems,

digital transfer and video capture devices.

• Applied creative resources to construct presentational media using audio, video, photographic, print and

interactive elements to successfully convey vital information and content to city staff and to the public.

Technological Evolution

• Integrated live web video streaming of council meetings for internal and external use at no additional cost.

• Produced and implemented a digital recording and archival plan for public city meetings.

• Developed a web video archive system for City Council meetings on the city website.

• Facilitated video conferencing, A/V systems and streaming live feeds and broadcast output.

• Initiated the purchase of a new mobile production truck and provided close oversight during design,

installation and maintenance of all onboard equipment.

• Introduced and implemented the continued partnership program with the Troy School District for shared

student video crew members that assist with productions for major city and school sporting events.

• Supervised installation of three remote camera systems in meeting rooms throughout Troy City Hall with

the technology vendor including budgetary planning, project implementation and system maintenance.

Budget

• Worked within budget to coordinate improvements, daily operations, staffing and equipment.

• Strategically planned large purchases while keeping with city financial planning and goals.

• Coordinated budgetary requests with peer projects to improve operations department wide.

• Effectively planned for upgrades by researching and recommending “future-proof” equipment purchases.

Diverse Team Member

• First and only full-time city employee responsible for video production at the City of Troy.

• Collaborated with creative public relations team in content generation for all communication channels.

• Provided effective assistance with confidential footage, sensitive police evidence and special projects.

• Consulted other city departments on their audio/visual equipment and resource challenges and needs.

• Developed solid relationships with department heads, city manager, and elected officials.

KDN Videoworks Madison Heights, MI December 1997-December 1998

Production Specialist

• Provided expertise as crew member for several major clients including ABC, CBS, ESPN, The Weather

Channel, TLC, VH-1, and others.

• Primary post production editor for UAW-GM, United Hockey League, and other client special projects.

VOLUNTEER

• Provided volunteer support at Community Media Network as a director and producer of sporting events,

election coverage and special topic-driven shows.

PROFICIENCIES

Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Globecaster, multi-camera switching systems,

various JVC SD and HD cameras, various Sony SD and HD cameras, Avid, Final Cut Pro (certification

estimated in late 2009), multiple CMS platforms, Adobe Creative Programs, Microsoft Office Suite, Digital

Asset Management for P2 & RED camera workflow, September 2009, Adobe Soundbooth, ProTools audio

software

HONORS

• 9 local awards for cable access excellence

• Three Philo T. Farnsworth Awards through the Alliance for Community Media Midwest Region

• Civilian Commendation from Troy Police Department for assistance with annual ceremonies.

EDUCATION

Calvin College Grand Rapids, MI 1990 – 1994

• Courses Completed towards B.A. in Communications Arts & Sciences Major & Film Studies Minor

• Concentration in Journalism and Broadcast Television

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