Storyteller with 15 years of experience in all aspects of video production. Passionate creator, editor, learner and business operations manager. Demonstrated taking an idea from concept to delivery to produce entertaining and inspiring work. Collaborative in working closely with strategic and creative teams to develop and produce quality video content. Seeking and looking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Hi, I’m
Michael Haley
Toronto,ON
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Michael Haley Stills + MotionToronto, ON
Director
09.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Highly composed and calm in very fast-paced, stressful and constantly changing environments to provide optimal leadership and achieve beautiful results.
- Presented production ideas and determined creative scenarios for production and delivery.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
- Composed shots according to client specifications and instructions.
- Experimented with new technologies and equipment, expanding production and artistic capabilities.
- Elevated video quality through creative and tasteful sound design and color grading.
- Managed budgets for jobs ranging from $500 - $20,000
Album StudiosToronto, ON
Stills / Motion Assistant + Video Editor
04.2017 - 09.2018
Job overview
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility/accountability.
- Framed shots and operated jib arm and dolly for smooth camera movement on over 100 different projects within the studio.
- Framed shots and operated jib arm and dolly for smooth camera movement.
- Edited raw footage in post-production to produce professional videos.
- Developed and implemented innovative camera techniques, angles, and setting to capture footage.
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers, and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
SUGINO STUDIOToronto, ON
Stills / Motion Cameraman + Assistant
09.2009 - 04.2016
Job overview
- Shot photographs in a controlled lab, field, and remote environments.
- Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express a creative vision.
- Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
- Took More than 3 Certification courses in safety and robotics to continue growing within the company.
Michael Haley PhotographyToronto, ON
Commercial Photographer
01.2012 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Scheduled more than 5 studio appointments per week for a wide variety wide variety of subjects.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Managed and organized photo database using consistent naming conventions and key-wording for search optimization.
- Shot photographs in controlled lab, field, and remote environments.
- Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
- Leveraged camera gear and equipment to express creative vision.
- Generated cost-effective solutions for client's photography needs.
Education
Yaskawa Motoman Robotics Etobicoke, ON
Certificate from Automation And Robotics Technician
10.2018
University Overview
PHANTOM Camera TechToronto
Certification from Camera Technician
03.2017
University Overview
Red Digital Cinema New YorkNew York
Certification from Certified Red Camera Owner/Operator
02.2016
University Overview
Skills
- Leadership
- Production Details Brainstorming / Budget Management
- Camera and Video Staff Direction / Clientele Management
- Industry Expertise
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Driven, Determined, Approachable and Outgoing
- Issue Resolution
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Strong On-Set Styling Skills Shot Composition
- Commercial Photography / Creative Lighting
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Photographed Cover image and 4 page spread in Canadian Magazine "InDesign" First Edition.
- Photographed Cookbook for Guinness Beer + Fionn and MacCools Restaurant Chain With Head Chef.
- Booked Yearly to shoot annual Toronto French School Full Page Featured In Toronto Star
Timeline
Stills / Motion Assistant + Video Editor
Album Studios
04.2017 - 09.2018
Director
Michael Haley Stills + Motion
09.2014 - Current
Commercial Photographer
Michael Haley Photography
01.2012 - 01.2015
Stills / Motion Cameraman + Assistant
SUGINO STUDIO
09.2009 - 04.2016
Yaskawa Motoman Robotics
Certificate from Automation And Robotics Technician
PHANTOM Camera Tech
Certification from Camera Technician
Red Digital Cinema New York
Certification from Certified Red Camera Owner/Operator
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