Leah M. Thompson
***************@*****.***
www.leahthompson.biz
OBJECTIVE
Detail oriented, highly organized, Video Editor/Production Assistant seeks opportunity to work in Production/Post Production for a professional company where creative digital media and video skills can be utilized and expanded
SKILLS
Final Cut Pro After Effects
Avid Photoshop
Microsoft Office Illustrator
EXPERIENCE
Sabotage Film Group December 2010-March2011
Edit Assistant
• Responsible for logging/capturing over 20 hours of footage
• Over-looked multiple hours of video into concise pre-scripted package for use in promotional campaigns and commercials.
• Assisted Editor with Learning Programs and tools in various programs
• Client Services
Frame 88 November 2010
Final Cut Editor
• Part Time Video Editor For Local Clients in the Atlanta Area
• Quickly executed Edits for Clients
• Created Graphics in After Effects for numerous projects.
Leading The Way September 2010
Final Cut Editor
• Executed a one week project for Leading The Way with Dr. Michale Youssef
• Responsible for logging and capturing Shows to be Edited
• Edited multiple Sermon to be aired in The middle-East and on Satellite and on Cable in The US.
Riot Atlanta October 2009 – December 2009
Internship
• Gained professional experience at a post-production television facility by shadowing Final Cut Pro Editors, observing editors and assistants on the Soul Train Awards, and meeting with BET Production Managers
Freedomnightlife.com September 2010
Director/Editor
• Directed the Cameras for multiple productions including music videos, documentaries, reality shows, and live performances
• Assisted with Rough Cuts and final edits
• Directed Cameraman during live performances of musicians and reality TV stars
Christian Broadcast Network (CBN) Spring 2005
Internship
• Participated in a one-week internship to become knowledgeable about After Effects and editing news pieces for 700 Club
• Gained a strong understanding of editing, behind the scenes work, control room activities and stage design
EDUCATION
The Art Institute of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA June 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Digital Filmmaking and Video Production