Calvin Steinken
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document fileCalvin Steinken Resume
Credits
Year | Job Title Project Type |
Project Name Director / Company |
Location |
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2018 |
Production Assistant/Assistant Editor
Commercials & Industrials |
Commercials Ogilvy & Mather |
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2017 |
Videographer / Editor
Commercials & Industrials |
Promotional Web Videos Chicago Shakespeare Theater |
Education
Year | Qualification | Where |
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2012 | Film and Television Broadcast | Tribeca Flashpoint College |
2009 | Film and Video Production Studies | Purdue University |
Equipment
My Equipment/Kit: Canon Cameras, Panasonic HVX 200
I can use: Panasonic HVX 200, Sony EX3, Canon Cameras
About me
I am a Chicago based Video Production Expert.I have extensive training and experience in video production; a BA in Film and Broadcast from Purdue University and an Associate of Applied Sciences degree from Tribeca Flashpoint College in Chicago, covering all facets of video production.
I have significant experience filming, editing and producing promotional videos and other compelling digital video content, working as a "one-man-band" for such organizations as The Second City, Quad Communities Development Corporation, 741 Collaborative and The Family Service Center of Wilmette.
I currently work freelance for the advertising agency Ogilvy & Mather, where I’ve gained valuable experience in the corporate world, working as an assistant editor for their in-house post production offices as well as being on-site for productions as a production assistant. I also work extensively for the Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, executing all aspects of video production and developing video concepts from scratch while managing the roles of both videographer and editor.
Additional information:
My technical and creative skills include:
- camera experience: Panasonic HVX 200, HPX 300; Canon XA10, T4i, 5D, 7D; Sony EX3
- expert knowledge of Final Cut Pro and the Adobe Creative Cloud
- ability to operate multiple cameras as part of multi-camera shoots
- extensive knowledge in interview-style lighting setups and portrait photography
- experience in event photography
- solid understanding of storyboard and commercial web development
- ability to communicate well with clients
- strong creative mind and storytelling skills
- exceptional eye for visual communication
- comfortability working on tight schedules and fast turnarounds
- enjoys working in fast paced environments
- excellent problem solving skills
- capable of balancing several projects while maintaining priorities
- strong organizational skills
Equipment I own:
- Panasonic HVX 200 HD camcorder
- Canon 7D Mark ii
- Fluid head tripod
- Slider
- Shoulder rig
- Softbox lights
- Lavalier Mics
- H4 Zoom Recorder
License & Passport
Driver's License: | Yes |
Skills
Secondary Job Title | Editor (Final Cut Pro) |
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Job Titles | Cinematographer, Post Production Assistant, Key Grip, Photographer, Videographer, Director of Photography (DOP), Video Editor, Camera Operator, Script Supervisor / Coordinator, Producer, Director, Script Editor, Writer, Screenwriter |
Years in industry | 3 to 6 years |