Victor D. Hardges

acwyk0@r.postjobfree.com

http://hardgesvictor.wix.com/vhardges

773-***-****

OBJECTIVE

I’m highly motivated to secure a career in the entertainment industry.

My primary goal is to work in either TV/ Radio as a production assistant with an established production house. I’m a fast learner and have a keen eye for detail and strong command of camera and editing techniques

Key Skills:

In depth knowledge about the requirements and procedures of pre and post production activities

Good knowledge in production allied activities of lighting, sound recording, wardrobe management, technical support etc

Ability to prioritize, multitask and perform quality work under pressure situations

Capability to perform duties as an individual and in teams

Brilliant communication skills that help establish and maintain cordial relations with staff members and external associates

Technology Proficiencies

Cameras: DSLR (Canon EOS Rebel T5 18MP DSLR Camera) & IPhone

Editing Software: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Fireworks, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Audition, IMovie and Avid.

Other Applications: MS Office Suite

Systems: Teleprompter, Audio Mixer, Sound Board and Switch Board

WORK EXPERIENCE

Undiscovered North American Ape Pictures, Inc. - Personal Assistant "Shrink TV Show" September 2016- September 2016 (Contract)

Chicago, Illinois

Supported the production teams by providing assistance during the pre and the post production stages

Ensured the activities of the production teams ran on schedule

Assisted with different items required by production staff members. Ensure availability of the items as per the requirements

Lens Flare – Broadcast Editor/Producer August 2015- May 2016

Selinsgrove, PA

Assisted in the editing and creation of show segments

Pitched ideas and research show topics

Filmed and edited videos for the University

Met multiple schedule deadlines on time. Coordinate with editors, mixers, etc.

Academic Assistant for the Communications Department January 2012- May 2016

Selinsgrove, PA

Assisted staff of the PHSSL (Pennsylvania High School Speech League).

Assisted the Communications Department staff.

88.9WQSU “The Pulse” - Disc Jockey & Promotions August 2013- August 2015

Selinsgrove, PA

Maintained up-to-date musical inventory

Announced radio programs based on selected music

Delivered comments on traffic condition, weather, time, music and produced PSA’s and underwriters.

Entertained radio audiences who called up with musical request

Handled daily disc jockey responsibilities

Promoted WQSU through social media and produced flyers for station.

Media Zone – Production Intern October 2014-December 2014

Nicosia, Cyprus

Assisted 50 international students with studio and field production equipment.

Supported producer in video editing sessions using Adobe Premier and Avid

Responsible for the administration and organization of producing the programs

Served as liaison between Producers, Directors and the Production team

U Radio – Disc Jockey October 2014- December 2014

Nicosia, Cyprus

Developed 30 playlist for a one hour live broadcast show every week.

Researched and broadcasted the information portion of the program, weather, and public service announcements.

Arranged and booked interviews with special guests for U Radio.

ACADEMIC & LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

BSU (Black Student Union) Member April 2012- May 2016

Member Susquehanna University; Selinsgrove, PA

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. August 2013- Present

Member Susquehanna University; Selinsgrove, PA

Center for Cultural Diversity August 2012- August 2015

Mentor Susquehanna University; Selinsgrove, PA

EDUCATION

Susquehanna University; Selinsgrove, PA May 2016

Bachelor of Arts, Communications

Major Digital Multi-Media Broadcasting

University of Nicosia, Nicosia, Cyprus August 2014- December 2014 Study Abroad

Relevant Course Work: TV production.

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