Education
University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN — Communications and Journalism Major, Class of 2019
Stillwater Area High School, Oak Park Heights, MN — Graduated, 2015
Technical Skills
Trained and experienced in many specialty camera systems including jib, Steadicam and robo cameras.
Knowledge in operation of a variety of production equipment for audio, video and lighting and can learn
new systems and equipment very quickly.
Knowledge of video switchers, routers, broadcast cameras, broadcast graphics systems as well as both
digital and analog audio consoles.
Familiar with set up, configuration and troubleshooting of lighting systems and intelligent lighting fixtures
Experience in leading a team and training others.
Capable of picking up new skills very quickly
Not afraid of working on higher profile events and shows as well as smaller shows
Extremely high motivation and consistent high performance and enthusiasm.
Experience
Production Tech, ShopHQ, iMedia Brands; Eden Prairie, MN — 2020-Present
Operate 13 robotic cameras in studio and occasionally operate 2 robotic cameras in Miami studio. Adjust iris, black levels, white balance for all 20 studio cameras. Operate audio board for live shows. Operate Steadicam, jib and handheld camera for studio shows, set up and prepare studios for upcoming shows, including troubleshooting. Inform crew of potential production conflicts, and report technical issues.
Senior Media Specialist, St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church; Mahtomedi, MN — 2019-2020
Implement strategic direction for entire media production of worship and educational experiences. Supervise and schedule part-time staff and expand, develop, recruit, train, and manage volunteers to support production. Provided audio/video support for Sunday services and as needed for weekday special events Troubleshoot audio/video/lighting systems. Grew live streaming and media production department for the church. Managed a transition from live in person traditional worship services to all online services over the course of a week when COVID-19 pandemic started and continued to improve the online worship experience throughout the pandemic. Started contemporary worship live streaming during COVID-19 pandemic.
Student A/V Engineer, University of St. Thomas; St. Paul, MN — 2015-2019
Set up, operate, and tear down live video and audio production equipment for campus events including football and basketball games. Assist with productions in the St. Thomas TV Studio and athletics facilities, including operating cameras, audio, camera shading, Daktronics control systems, technical directing and directing. Help with interview shoots and promotional videos on and off campus. Design and troubleshoot video and audio systems and equipment.
Freelance Videographer, Valley Access Channels; Stillwater, MN — 2014-Present (Seasonal)
Work as camera operator, audio engineer or director to film community events, sporting events, and concerts around the Stillwater, MN area for broadcast on local television channels. Operated Steadicam for live broadcasts that would be enhanced with it.
Lighting Designer, Mystique Sound; Oakdale, MN — 2017-Present
Design lighting for concerts, festivals, galas and other events based on client needs and requests. Plan power and signal distribution to ensure reliable operation of lighting and effects. Program and run show on GrandMA2 or RoadHog 4 lighting consoles for each show. Fulfilled national artists' lighting requests and consistently brought new ideas to designs and looks. Led a team of other stagehands to set up, hang, and focus fixtures for each show.
Stagehand, American Horse Labor Company (The Armory); Minneapolis, MN — 2018-2020
Load in/out national touring acts at The Armory. Assist tour crew in building and flying lighting truss, hang lights and set up equipment on stage. Work show calls as a stagehand or spot operator
Media Operator, St. Andrews Lutheran Church; Mahtomedi, MN — 2010-2019
Operate cameras and control room equipment for live internet stream and feed to in house TVs. Operate Hog 4 lighting software during services and events. Use ProPresenter to create and display service media on LED video boards. Troubleshoot systems including switching/routing equipment, video software, and Daktronics systems. Designed and built production control room for live streaming. Operate audio equipment when needed.
Freelance Productions
The following is some highlights of my freelance work:
• Blaine High School Commencement (Steadicam)
• Country Fest - Cadott, WI (IMAG Director, Shader, Camera Operator)
• Dress to Impress Sales Event (ShopHQ, Steadicam Operator)
• Hope Sings Benefit Concert for Treehouse Ministries (Lighting Designer)
• ILLENIUM Fallen Embers Tour (Live Stream Steadicam Operator)
• Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon (Steadicam)
• Michelob Golden Live With Yam Haus (Lighting Designer)
• Nepsis Country Backyard Bash (Lighting Designer)
• National Lutheran Choir All Saints Concert (Concert Visuals)
• Rise & Remember George Floyd Global Memorial Celebration (Lighting Designer)
• ShopHQ Invicta Watches Live From Cabo (Production Tech)
• St. Paul Saints Baseball (Wireless Camera Operator)
• The Super Bowl LII Halftime Show (Stagehand)
• Twin Cities Summer Jam (IMAG Shader, Robotic Camera Operator, Video Engineer)
• WE Fest (IMAG Shader, Graphics, Media)
Awards and Certifications
Associate Member, Society of Camera Operators (SOC) — 2022
Steadicam Gold Workshop, Steadicam Operator’s Association (SOA) — 2021
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate with sUAS rating, Federal Aviation Administration - 2020
Dante Level 3, Audinate Dante Digital Audio Networking — 2019
Make a Difference Community Service Award, Stillwater Area Foundation — 2015
Eagle Scout, Bayport Troop 113 — 2015