David Donovan
West End,QLD
Summary
Adept Freelance Videographer, Photographer & Artist with a decorated academic and creative track record, delivering client satisfaction through comprehensive high-quality photographic content and innovative storytelling. Skilled in editing, camera operation, special effects generation and client communication, successfully managed multiple projects to meet strict deadlines. Demonstrates experience in video production and sound design, ensuring compelling content delivery.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Videographer
Whizzbang Productions
04.2023 - Current
- Delivered impactful storytelling through skillful editing techniques that seamlessly blended visuals, audio elements, and narrative components into cohesive audio-visual media.
- Produced numerous original films by working collaboratively with producers, designers, and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality video content tailored to their specific needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients in developing creative concepts for video projects, resulting in unique and compelling content that effectively communicated their messaging.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of final products to clients.
- Adjusted and controlled video equipment, composing, and framing shots.
Freelance Artist
01.2022 - Current
- Operated as Independent multi-disciplinary visual artist familiar to various forms of traditional, classic and modern art
- Maintained academic study and critique of art and film history
- Expanded artistic skills by experimenting with new techniques and mediums, diversifying portfolio offerings.
- Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles, interests, and abilities with potential customers.
Photographer
Mohawk Productions
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Operated as a member of professional media team responsible for the photography and videography of a theatrical film premiere screening
- Operated under incredibly stressful and time-sensitive conditions
- Applied practices of photographic portraiture in an uncontrollable setting
- Developed strong relationships with clients and star talents through clear communication and professionalism.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Digitally edited photos to commercial standards and expectations of clients.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
Visual Arts & FTV Storeroom Staff
Brisbane State High School
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Responded sensitively and competently to service students with diverse cultural backgrounds.
Education
Bachelor of Film & Screen Media Production - Photographic, Film, And Video Technology
Griffith University
Brisbane, QLD07.2026
High School Diploma -
Brisbane State High School
South Brisbane, QLD11.2023
Skills
- Directing experience
- Video Production
- Editing skills
- Visual Effects Integration
- Sound Design Proficiency
- Image manipulation
- Post-processing proficiency
- Client Communication
- Maintaining Deadlines
- Commercial production
- Photography Equipment Maintenance
- Location Scouting
Timeline
Photographer
Mohawk Productions
09.2023 - 09.2023
Freelance Videographer
Whizzbang Productions
04.2023 - Current
Freelance Artist
01.2022 - Current
Visual Arts & FTV Storeroom Staff
Brisbane State High School
01.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Film & Screen Media Production - Photographic, Film, And Video Technology
Griffith University
High School Diploma -
Brisbane State High School
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