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STEPHEN FOWLER

Creatively driven media professional with 8+ years of industry and leadership experience. Extensive knowledge with
storytelling, post-production edits, content marketing, photography/cinematography, and project management.
Looking to maximize my potential and bring directly related experience and technical skills to the business, while
thinking outside of the box to bring creative yet essential concepts to reality.
Experience
Production Coordinator
Media Distribution Solutions - Dallas, Texas - January 2018 � September 2018
� Scheduled and coordinated video shoots for Dex/Yellow Pages and other corporate clients.
� Managed over 300+ media accounts and coordinated with their representatives to ensure accuracy and
completion of video shoots.
� Created storyboards and wrote scripts for clients� video shoots. Reviewed footage for quality assurance.
� Recruited videographers nationwide and coordinated with clients to execute scheduled video shoots.
Video Assistant (Freelance)
Video Tech Services � Dallas, Texas � January 2017 � December 2017
� Assisted the video engineer, projectionist and tape op with the setup and strike of the entire video system.
� Set/strike of projectors, screens, monitors, cameras, playback and record systems.
� Assisted with the construction, wiring, and timing of the video system.
� Color-match and shades cameras, route video signals to record bays, projection, and numerous other mediums.
e.g. Folsom Screen Pro and Screen Pro Plus operators.
Director of Photography / Creative Director
Sony Music Entertainment � New York, New York/Lagos, Nigeria - December 2016 - June 2017
� Digital Content Creation for International Recording artist Davido,Rae Sremmurd, Bruno Mars, Akon and more.
� Captured daily routine, fan interactions, and live performances. Produced content with story-based narrative for
audiences worldwide, attracting 100k+ views on YouTube.
� Worked in partnership with Sony Music Global PR team to develop content marketing strategy.
� Created and managed online digital asset management databases to manage asset libraries for production
workflow, project delivery, collaboration and archival.
Creative Director
FAM Studios LLC � Hoboken, NJ - December 2014 to December 2016
� Taught photography and video production classes to interns.
� Responsible for still photography, studio portraits, on- and off-location event coverage, digital photo
manipulation, color correction, audio recording.
� Created a wide variety of documentation and video production projects, secured accounts, created scheduling
and follow-up with artists and management.
� Created and implemented a social media marketing strategy using b-roll capture, motion graphics, graphics,
titling, music and narration.
� Formed partnerships with various production houses for music events and productions. (Made in America, Roots
Picnic, SXSW Austin TX, Revolt)
Production Assistant / Videographer
PSTV Plattsburgh University � Plattsburgh, NY - January 2013 - December 2014
� Assisted producers by setting up shoots. Shot and edited b-roll footage for television programs. Ran studio
cameras for events and productions.
� Created a variety of documentation and video production projects using b-roll capture, motion graphics,
graphics, titling, music and narration.
Production Assistant
WMHT: PBS - Troy, NY - October 2011 to August 2013
� Created a wide variety of documentation and video production projects using b-roll capture, motion graphics,
graphics, titling, music and narration.
� Imported and sorted programming into files for post production edits.
� Setup shoots, shot and edited b-roll footage for television programs. Ran studio cameras for events and
productions, and boom operator for televised discussions.
Production Crew Member
Questline Productions � Israel, West Bank Palestine - May 2011 to October 2011
� Worked with producers to edit footage, setup video shoots, shot scenes, worked audio, and managed on-screen
talent. Provided technical support in all areas.
� Utilized online digital asset management databases to manage asset libraries for production workflow, project
delivery, collaboration and archival.
� Scouted locations and secured proper permits for shooting.
� Shot and produced, �Thunder in the Holy Land� in Israel for 3 Angels Broadcasting Network (3ABN), paid
subscription programming.
A/V Coordinator
Advent Media Source - Atlanta, GA - June 2010 to July 2010
� Setup all A/V equipment throughout the Georgia Dome for international conference, monitored sound, reported
to managing producers and directors.
� Supervised small A/V team. Ran audio for programs and seminars, a/v technical support.
� On-location audio recording and digital capture and transmission.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Communications (TV/Video)
State University of New York Plattsburgh - Plattsburgh, NY, 2013 to 2014
Broadcast Journalism Coursework
Oakwood University, 2008 to 2011
Skills
� Macintosh, PC, UHD/4K & HDR
� Post Production, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Media Consulting
� Camera & lighting techniques, sound, video editing, on-screen talent.
Tools:
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Adobe Creative suite (Photoshop/Premiere/After Effects)
Final Cut Pro + DSLRs
Sony A7 series, FS700
Canon Consumer & Prosumer,
Panasonic G Series.
RED Cameras, Phantom Flex 4K, Phantom Miro, Arri, Black Magic Camera and Software.
TriCaster switchers.