Resume

ALEX SMITH

Somerville, MA | alexsmithvideography@gmail.com 

linkedin.com/in/alexsmithvideography | alexsmithvideography.com

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Freelance     2012 - Present

Freelance Video Producer

  • Create promotional videos for a variety of clients, including leading healthcare equipment manufacturers, local companies, and bands.

    Direct, shoot, and edit documentary shorts and series for Boston’s independent video game developers.

    Create promotional videos by capturing footage at major video game conventions in the Boston area.

    Operate independently or as part of a small team, consistently meeting client delivery deadlines.

Journal of Visualized Experiments (JoVE)            2019 - 2023

Scientific journal devoted to the publication of medical, biological, and physical research in video format. Cambridge, MA

Post Production Supervisor 

  • Led a team of 4 video editors, overseeing the Science Editing phase of post-production.

  • Integrated advanced tools and technology, updating department SOPs

  • Assigned projects based on weekly and monthly needs to optimize team efficiency.

  • Owned department documentation best practices. Created self-service documentation for video equipment and software.

  • Increased monthly deliverables; raising video essays and published materials from under 70 to over 100.

  • Conducted morning meetings to address blockers, projects, and team updates, and biweekly sessions to review department and team KPIs and goals.

  • Implemented automation in Monday.com workflow to streamline project progression.

Senior Video Editor

  • Promoted from Assistant Editor to Senior Video Editor within one year, reflecting consistently high-quality, high-output edits.

  • Conducted seamless onboarding for assistant editors and post-production staff..

  • Managed team workload effectively, eliminating project backlog.

  • Owned the production process from logging footage to finalizing color correction.

  • Provided support to assistant editors in navigating projects through each production phase.

RE Mentor       2017 - 2019

Multi-family real estate education company in Rockland, MA

Audio/Visual Coordinator

  • Captured and edited diverse content, including online training courses, motion graphic animations, podcasts, promotions, and events.

  • Produced engaging social media content for a wide demographic audience.

  • Created and produced live stream shows, such as call-in shows and focused educational programs

  • Traveled nationally to set up A/V and recording equipment at various company training events.

  • Maintained all equipment and studio space, including creating roadmaps for new equipment and additions to the studio.

Brafton 2012 - 2017

Content Marketing Company in Boston, MA

Studio Production Associate

  • Orchestrated all facets of in-house studio production precisely, capturing product demos, video blogs, and beyond.

  • Managed the scheduling of on-screen talent from our large pool of freelance professionals.

  • Conducted occasional travel to diverse on-site shoots, ranging from corporate office buildings to car dealerships.

EDUCATION

Bachelors of Arts (B.A) in Communications, Media Technologies. Bridgewater State University 2014

SOFTWARE AND SKILLS

  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Frame.io, Monday.com, OBS/VMix.

  • Expertise in DSLR, Mirrorless, and Cinema Cameras, along with Field and Studio Audio Recording Equipment.

  • Adept in Project Management, Team Leadership, Project Scheduling, Interpersonal Skills, Conflict Resolution, Mentorship, and Decision-making.