Business Administration C T

Saul Luviano Vargas

832-***-**** ● ad5yok@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

University of Houston - Jack J. Valenti School of Communications . C.T Bauer College of Business Graduated- Spring 2022

Bachelor of Media Production, Digital Cinematography Concentration Business Administration Minor

WORK AND LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Assignment Desk Editor

Televisa Univision Houston, TX December 2023- Present

● Coordinate multiple live field crews.

● Gather accurate information from the public, public agencies, and companies.

● Maintain and manage strong people and communication skills in a competitive environment.

● Work under intense deadline pressure.

● Top 4 Market experience

● Assemble the daybook on listing story ideas and daily newsworthy events.

● Read police reports and find resources to validate stories.

● Answer phones and take notes on viewer calls for possible story leads.

● Work with local stations and national assignment desks.

● Follow other local news channels to monitor their news coverage.

● Develop enterprise story ideas consistent with the news brand.

● Establish working relationships with Public Information Officers for updates on significant events and incidents.

● Keep news managers and producers informed on the progress of new stories.

● Cultivate contacts important to news coverage in the state, including law enforcement.

● Lead editorial meetings; develop interesting story ideas using strong editorial judgment.

● Search for court documents on cases and understand the use of case dockets. Technical Expert May 2021 - January 2023

Apple Houston, TX

● Supervised the business’ technical operations and colleagues.

● Prepared and interviewed new candidates.

● Made quality and timely scheduling choices regarding the business needs.

● Trained, coached, motivated, and ensured work expectations were met amongst colleagues.

● Innovated new methods and ways for new hires to learn and improve internal and external job procedures.

● Led daily meetings with updates among the business, new products, and procedures.

● Performed technical support for customers.

● Troubleshooted ios devices and performed modular repairs.

● Resolved both hardware and software issues.

● Documented coaching and feedback for peers to identify success. IT Services

MD Anderson Houston, TX

Jan 2022 - Feb 2022

● Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.

● Diagnose and troubleshoot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.

● Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.

● Evaluated systems according to predetermined checklists and noted issues.

● Assisted training end users on proper use of hardware and software to deliver excellent customer service.

● Responded to problems reported by customers by troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues.

● Created an Excel spreadsheet for over 8,000 new Iphones.

● Set up new Ipads for nurse staff.

● Used Airwatch to track and control mobile devices that were used by hospital staff.

● Configured two factor authentication on mobile devices for secure sign in.

● Activated and transferred new phone numbers on new mobile devices using a First responders ATT portal. Production Assistant August 2019 - July 2021

CoogTV Houston, TX

● Knowledge of lighting, audio and editing equipment for news stories.

● Non-linear and linear editing experience.

● Understanding multiple editing programs.

● Managed the crew.

● Conducted interviews and shots for post production.

● Helped gather and contribute information for potential and current news stories.

● Developed story ideas and current ongoing community issues.

● Worked with student news reporters to bring the full story reports.

● Familiar with production equipment and lightning.

● Aware of different file naming and conversion quality exporting.

● Carried equipment for the crews and drove to desired locations.

● Assisted with various aspects of film and television productions, including pre-production, on-set tasks, and post-production activities

● Supported the production team by organizing equipment, managing schedules, and coordinating logistics.

● Collaborated closely with the director, cinematographer, and other crew members to ensure a smooth workflow.

● Assisted in the setup and operation of camera and lighting equipment during shoots.

● Assumed responsibilities for script distribution, continuity notes, and other administrative tasks as needed.

● Directed and produced a short film as part of a university course, overseeing all aspects of production from concept development to post-production editing.

● Collaborated with a team to create a documentary highlighting social issues within the local community.

● Assumed various roles in student film projects, including cinematographer, editor, and production assistant.

● Assisted with various aspects of production, including setting up equipment, coordinating talent, and managing production schedules.

● Conducted thorough research for upcoming projects and provided valuable insights during pre-production meetings.

● Maintained a clean and organized production set, ensuring efficiency and safety during filming.

● Collaborated with the director and cinematographer to achieve desired shots and visual aesthetics.

● Assisted in post-production tasks, such as video editing, color grading, and sound mixing. Relevant Coursework:

● Film Production Techniques.

● Cinematography and Lighting.

● Screenwriting Fundamentals.

● Film Editing and Post-production.

● Sound Design for Film.

● Linear and Non-Linear Editing.

Skills:

● Proficient in industry-standard video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro.

● Knowledgeable in cinematography techniques, including camera operation and lighting setups.

● Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with the capability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

● Excellent problem-solving skills, able to troubleshoot issues and adapt quickly to changing production demands.

● Effective communication and collaboration skills, working well in a team-oriented environment.

● Detail-oriented with a keen eye for visual aesthetics and storytelling.

● Spanish.

● English.

● Airwatch.

● iNews.

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