PAUL KRASA
5120 Starr Avenue, Oregon, OH 43616 | (419) 266-9315 | pkrasa@bex.net
Video Editor/Producer / Creative Visual Designer
Video-Editing | Graphic Design | Comprehensive Project Development
Professional
Summary
Senior Editor/Videographer focusing on the application of my skills through industry-standard creative media software (Adobe Creative Cloud) to a successful business and commercial production. My extensive experience and strong work ethic contributed to Buckeye Boadband's growth and success in the Sandusky, Ohio area. My strengths include strong visual conceptualization, expertise of Adobe Creative Cloud video-editing/multi media software, ability to multi-task across projects and mediums, strong computer skills with the capacity to grasp new software technologies, and being flexible and willing to stretch talents through challenges.
Senior Editor/Videographer focusing on the application of my skills through industry-standard creative media software (Adobe Creative Cloud) to a successful business and commercial production. My extensive experience and strong work ethic contributed to Buckeye Boadband's growth and success in the Sandusky, Ohio area. My strengths include strong visual conceptualization, expertise of Adobe Creative Cloud video-editing/multi media software, ability to multi-task across projects and mediums, strong computer skills with the capacity to grasp new software technologies, and being flexible and willing to stretch talents through challenges.
Core Competencies
• Concept to Completion Project Development
• Expert Level in Adobe Creative Cloud
(Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, Audition)
• Non-Linear Video Editing
(Avid familiarity in addition to Adobe CC)
• Strong Visual Design Conceptualization
• Positive Client Relationship Development
• Creative & Positive Team Player
• Prioritizing/Managing Multiple Projects
• Aerial Drone Videographer
• Print Design & Fine Arts Background
• Expert Level in Adobe Creative Cloud
(Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, Audition)
• Non-Linear Video Editing
(Avid familiarity in addition to Adobe CC)
• Strong Visual Design Conceptualization
• Positive Client Relationship Development
• Creative & Positive Team Player
• Prioritizing/Managing Multiple Projects
• Aerial Drone Videographer
• Print Design & Fine Arts Background
Employment History
Buckeye Broadband
(Erie County/Sandusky, Ohio) | October 2012 to the present
(Erie County/Sandusky, Ohio) | October 2012 to the present
Senior Commercial Producer/Video Editor - Production Department
- Main job duties centered on front to back production of commercials for Buckeye Broadband’s client base in Sandusky, Ohio area.
- Concept to completion project details include client creative meetings, script writing and story boards, video shooting, lighting, talent (acting) and asset coordination, graphics prep, video-editing, audio clean-up and manipulation, proofing to final output and delivery.
- Developing and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Creation of marketing spots for Buckeye and BCSN, web based and long-form videos.
- Maintaining content on Wordpress based websites.
- Print production – newspaper, magazine ads, sales support material.
- Aerial drone videographer.
- Equipment selection and maintenance.
- Willing to take on new challenges and expand my knowledge of the technical creative process.
FOX TOLEDO WUPW | August 1985 - April 2012
Graphic Designer/Video Editor - Creative Services Department
Created on-air, web and print graphics using Adobe Photoshop CS2, Adobe Creative Suite Web Premium products including Fireworks, Dreamweaver, Illustrator and Freehand. Produced and edited video spots on Avid Newscutter/Media Composer for Creative Services, News and Sales departments. Incorporated into these duties were attention to budget constraints, coordinating of personnel and resources and constant communication with management in a positive manner contributing to a team atmosphere.
Graphic Designer/Video Editor - Creative Services Department
Created on-air, web and print graphics using Adobe Photoshop CS2, Adobe Creative Suite Web Premium products including Fireworks, Dreamweaver, Illustrator and Freehand. Produced and edited video spots on Avid Newscutter/Media Composer for Creative Services, News and Sales departments. Incorporated into these duties were attention to budget constraints, coordinating of personnel and resources and constant communication with management in a positive manner contributing to a team atmosphere.
Print Design
•Produced business cards, brochures, newspaper and magazine ads and other print promotional items.
•Created display banners.
•Designed and developed set elements for FOX Toledo News.
•PowerPoint graphic support for sales proposals.
•Designed and attached vehicle graphics for news fleet.
Web Design
•Designed graphics for the FOX Toledo website, including headers, contest elements, programming, and promotional ads.
•Created web & mobile ads for Sales Department.
•Developed Flash animated graphics.
•Designed & posted original FOX Toledo website using Dreamweaver, Fireworks and Flash.
Video Editing
•Edited news image and feature promos, show opens, news graphics, show promos, contests and
special projects.
•Prepared various logos, stills, and other animated elements for on-air projects.
•Shot video on Mini-DV and DVC-Pro camera.
•Wrote promo and commercial scripts.
Other Experience
•Met with clients for commercial and sponsorship involvements.
•Developed electronic media kit.
•Edited audio files.
•Authored DVD’s for in-house and client use.
•Created labels and other inter-office graphic requests from all departments.
•Tackled unconventional requests (ie-bobbleheads, employee chart, clay animation, etc.)
•Produced business cards, brochures, newspaper and magazine ads and other print promotional items.
•Created display banners.
•Designed and developed set elements for FOX Toledo News.
•PowerPoint graphic support for sales proposals.
•Designed and attached vehicle graphics for news fleet.
Web Design
•Designed graphics for the FOX Toledo website, including headers, contest elements, programming, and promotional ads.
•Created web & mobile ads for Sales Department.
•Developed Flash animated graphics.
•Designed & posted original FOX Toledo website using Dreamweaver, Fireworks and Flash.
Video Editing
•Edited news image and feature promos, show opens, news graphics, show promos, contests and
special projects.
•Prepared various logos, stills, and other animated elements for on-air projects.
•Shot video on Mini-DV and DVC-Pro camera.
•Wrote promo and commercial scripts.
Other Experience
•Met with clients for commercial and sponsorship involvements.
•Developed electronic media kit.
•Edited audio files.
•Authored DVD’s for in-house and client use.
•Created labels and other inter-office graphic requests from all departments.
•Tackled unconventional requests (ie-bobbleheads, employee chart, clay animation, etc.)
Honors and Accomplishments
2003 LIN Circle of Excellence Winner (Employee of the Year voted by FOX Toledo staff)
Linny Awards (Yearly Awards highlighting best creative spots of LIN Media’s 32 station group)
•2011 Best Brand Fulfillment
•2007 Best Weather Image
•2005 Best News Series
•2005 Best News Image
•2005 Best News Promo
Avid Media Composer Effects Training
Dekocast Basics Training
Currently self-training in multiple Adobe Creative Suite products through Lynda.com
•2011 Best Brand Fulfillment
•2007 Best Weather Image
•2005 Best News Series
•2005 Best News Image
•2005 Best News Promo
Avid Media Composer Effects Training
Dekocast Basics Training
Currently self-training in multiple Adobe Creative Suite products through Lynda.com
Prior Employment Experience
Stearns & Associates | October 1984 - August 1985Artist/Illustrator
Logo, package and print ad design, keyline, paste-up and art preparation. Also illustration of people and products in a variety of techniques including pen & ink, airbrush and gouache.
Lane Drug Company | September 1979 - September 1984
Commercial Artist
Design and layout of merchandise in weekly ads and tabloids maintaining a consistent
and recognizable appearance. Other duties - the illustration of products, proofing, working with
printers, paste-ups, copy writing, the acquisition of art from manufacturers, other.
Logo, package and print ad design, keyline, paste-up and art preparation. Also illustration of people and products in a variety of techniques including pen & ink, airbrush and gouache.
Lane Drug Company | September 1979 - September 1984
Commercial Artist
Design and layout of merchandise in weekly ads and tabloids maintaining a consistent
and recognizable appearance. Other duties - the illustration of products, proofing, working with
printers, paste-ups, copy writing, the acquisition of art from manufacturers, other.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree | University of Toledo/Art Museum School of Design
(Graduated August of 1981/areas of study: drawing, design and illustration.)
(Graduated August of 1981/areas of study: drawing, design and illustration.)
Software Experience
Graphic and Web Design
•Photoshop CS5.5
•FreehandMX
•Illustrator CS.5
•Fireworks CS5.5
•Dreamweaver CS5.5 (moderate use)
•Flash Professional CS5.5 (limited use)
•Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Publisher (limited use)
Non-Linear Editing and On-Air
•Avid Newscutter (ver. 6.1.)
•Avid Media Composer (ver. 5.1)
•After Effects (limited)
•Premiere 5.5 (limited)
•SoundForge
•Dekocast
Other
•DVDit Pro & Adobe Encore(DVD authoring)
•Macromedia Director 6 (Electronic Media Kit)
•PT Publisher (DVD design/labeling)
•Photoshop CS5.5
•FreehandMX
•Illustrator CS.5
•Fireworks CS5.5
•Dreamweaver CS5.5 (moderate use)
•Flash Professional CS5.5 (limited use)
•Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Publisher (limited use)
Non-Linear Editing and On-Air
•Avid Newscutter (ver. 6.1.)
•Avid Media Composer (ver. 5.1)
•After Effects (limited)
•Premiere 5.5 (limited)
•SoundForge
•Dekocast
Other
•DVDit Pro & Adobe Encore(DVD authoring)
•Macromedia Director 6 (Electronic Media Kit)
•PT Publisher (DVD design/labeling)