ANDRÉS
GARCÍA-CRUZ
**** ****** *****, ******, ** 94564
********@*****.*** agc41510.com 510-***-**** Versatile Videographer with a wide range of experience in all phases of the video production process. Demonstrated skills that enhance productivity and drive sustained organizational performance. Consistently employs professionalism and superior communication skills to meet company needs. Self- driven with a solid work ethic, maintaining a strong attention to detail. Trusted team player who is well versed in handling highly confidential matters. Keen ability to work as a valued team member as well as work independently. Adept at working in a fast-paced creative environment with the ability to react quickly and effectively in high-stress situations. Seeking a challenging position in the industry with an innovative organization that could benefit from a diverse skill set.
Team Player/Excellent
Communicator
Final Cut Pro
Adobe Premier Pro CC
HIGHLIGHTS OF EXPERTISE
Technical Production Skills
Production Equipment
Operations (various)
Lighting
Cross Platform Capabilities
Diversely Creative
Rapid skill development
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL ADVANCED MEDIA
Minor League Coaching Video Logger + GameDay Audio Technician 2016
Responsible for quick editing minor league games for scouting purposes from archived video.
Quality controlling the audio and video of events and presorting any issues in a timely fashion.
Accurately logging pitch and play results of each assigned game.
Work with MLB Advanced Media to supervise and create ad spots during Major League Broadcasts.
Editing and uploading MiLB games to MLB servers for encoding.
Managing individual workflow to maximize game output. VIDEOGRAPHER 2010 - PRESENT
Freelance
Successfully writing, producing, directing and editing various video projects.
Applying expertise in the areas of music videos, events, weddings, parties and promotional projects.
Serving as sound technician, cinematographer and grip. IGN 2015
Camera Operator/Independent Contractor
Maintained and operated studio and remote camera equipment.
Maneuvered equipment on set floor areas and ran the teleprompter for all programming activities.
Prepared the studio for broadcasts and performed other duties as directed. Continued...
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
VIDEOGRAPHER
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TREASUREDPRINTS 2015
On-Location Videographer
Created and processed high quality spontaneous photographs and videography.
Prepared and organized materials needed for projects.
Organized, assembled and carefully transported equipment needed to each project location. MOPRO 2014
Independent Contractor
Traveled to local businesses, set up lighting and sound and recorded interviews using B-Roll and still photos.
Follow-up by uploading footage directly to MoPro to develop the business’ website. CREATV 2011 - 2012
All-Star Production Intern
Received hands on experience in a professional television studio environment by running camera, floor managed, ran the CG, and even directed.
Produced community based content using CreaTV’s field camera packages and digital editing facilities. Selected to return for the All-Star Internship Program.
“TOUCHING HOME” (Independent Feature) 2006 - 2007
Intern/Production Assistant
Traveled and shot on location with the film production crew.
Performed camera set-up and strike.
Collaborated with staff on various projects and tasks.
Attended and contributed to production meetings.
Observed and learned in the studio during the creation of the final mix. LONGS DRUGS 2005 - 2006
Photo Lab Technician
Performed photo processing and editing for various store customers.
Processed prints and reprints using various chemicals, photomechanical and computerized techniques.
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Retail Merchandiser 2012-2016
BLACKHAWK NETWORK
Guest Services 2002-PRESENT
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS
Bachelor of Arts, Cinema, San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS