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Omid Tavakoli

3008 Glen Drive ,BC

Summary

Multifaceted Social Media Expert with +5 years of experience writing, editing and researching broad range of content. Knowledgeable in online content design, project coordination and configuration management. Recognized for mentoring staff in best practices of writing, grammar and style. Proficient in all Microsoft software and Social Media Platforms such as Youtube, Facebook, TikTok and Instagram.


Highlight of Qualifications

  • Great knowledge of video codecs, file formats, frame rates, and resolutions.
  • Shot over 2,500 hours of video using DSLR and Mirrorless cameras such as 5D Mark II, T7i, T5i, M50 Sony A7iii and Black Magic cameras
  • Created 10 introductory videos for departments and professors at University of New Brunswick Fredericton campus
  • Supervised administrative staff and company procedures.
  • Created 22+ high-end videos for ecstatic clients and 40+ corporate promotional videos for well-known brands with 100% client satisfaction
  • Skilled in configuring equipment and editing footage.
  • Dedication to quality work and creative eye for detail.
  • Flexible professional possessing with excellent analytical and on-set abilities.
  • Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
  • Experience operating professional video cameras during live productions.
  • Experience in directing multi-camera live shoots.


Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Social Media Specialist

Journey Auto group
08.2021 - 03.2023
  • Increased customer engagement through social media.
  • Prepared reports and makes recommendations for changes or improvements.
  • Conducted daily updates to social media profiles to boost company online presence.
  • Obtained, attributed and wrote compelling captions and other text for photos, video and other graphics for both print and online use.

Social Media Manager

Government Of New Brunswick
05.2021 - 07.2021

Projects done for Government of New Brunswick . Interviewed the Lieutenant Governor in order to make documentary style series for Provincial Youtube Channel.

  • Responsible for end-to-end post-production tasks including recording and reviewing footage, shot selects, rough cuts, audio adjustments, importing music and VO, titling, basic color correction, final editing and file delivery.
  • Played key role in facilitating projects and contributing to every stage of Film and Video production.
  • Implemented quality control measures to verify compliance with artistic and technical standards.
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.

Production Assistant

New Brunswick Film Coorporaiton
01.2021 - 05.2021
  • Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
  • Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
  • Oversaw calendar to assist in coordinating daily production schedule, managing shifts and adequate coverage.
  • Went on runs for production supplies, refreshments and lunch.
  • Assisted and supervised production crew in booking of daily travels.

Social Media Manager

University Of New Brunswick Faculty Of Arts
05.2020 - 04.2021
  • Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements in order to post social media channel and Faculty of Arts official Website.
  • Analyzed and reported social media and online marketing campaign results.
  • Created videos and managed YouTube channel to strengthen UNB's reputation.
  • Monitored online presence of Faculty of Arts to engage with users and strengthen student's relationships.

Camera Operator

Rogers TV
11.2017 - 10.2019
  • Edited news stories, features, and clips
  • Performed shot sequences according to Director's request
  • Focused on shot accuracy and delivered them to technical director
  • Operated television studio cameras during live production.

Production Coordinator

National Broadcasting of Iran (IRIB)
05.2014 - 06.2016
  • Involved in two major feature films premiered from national Broadcasting Channel
  • Relied on by directors, producers, set designers and stylists to source and locate obscure items, props and specialty talent for commercial shoots.
  • Outlined, sent weekly email reports to crew for each show
  • Scheduled crew meetings according to Director and producer's request
  • Worked with the director to coordinate and supervise daily operations
  • Planned the shooting schedule and creating the call sheets for all crew
  • Collaborated with art director to implement artistic vision.
  • Coordinated, maintained supplying meals ,snacks and drinks for film crew of 60 to 70 people
  • Responsible for the ordering, delivery, and clean up of meals as needed
  • On a collaboration with the entire PA team, managed clean-ups of overtime meals to crew on weekdays and weekends.

Production Assistant

Donyaye Aftab Film Co Tehran
03.2014 - 04.2016
  • Delivered support in post-production activities by composing each shot and applying technical aspects of light, lenses, and filters to achieve effects required by directors in two feature films called “Khoone pa” and “Khatam-e- shiraz”.
  • Created production schedules for every step of video production.
  • Reviewed activities for production team to complete tasks on time.
  • Documented production information via daily system logs and discussed issues with producer and director.
  • Assisted director with planning and completing film shots and B roll footage.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film Production

University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB
05.2021

Skills

  • Knowledge of Cool Edit Pro
  • Camera Operation
  • Still Frame Content Shots
  • Pre-Production Skills
  • Project Management
  • Task Prioritization
  • Performance improvement
  • Time management
  • Leading production crews
  • Pre-Production Planning
  • Directing experience
  • Post-production expertise
  • Proficiency in Adobe creative editing software Premiere Pro, After Effects
  • Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
  • Strong knowledge of Adobe Audition,DaVinci Resolve , Final Cut Pro and I Movie
  • Microsoft software expert such as Word, Excel, Office, PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of broadcasting software ( OBS, Avid media composer)

Accomplishments

    Produced, Edited and Sound designed short Film named Cocoon

    Nominated for Best Student Short Film in Silver Wave Film Festival

    Nominated for Best Cinematography in University of Winnipeg Film Festival

    Nominated for Best Foreign Language Short Film in Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival and Vancouver Film Festival

volunteer activities

Head of Operations /Event orginizer – Various Professional Performances

  • Cultural Expression Festival, Host Multicultural Association, Fredericton, NB - Estimated Audience 3000
  • Persian Food Festival, Supervisor/Organizer University of New Brunswick Fredericton, NB – Estimated Audience: 250
  • Iranian Festival - Yalda night, UNB Persia – Estimated Audience: 250
  • UNB Choral Music Band, / Lead Singer and coordinator ,UNB Memorial Hall, Fredericton, NB – Estimated Audience: 300

Additional Information

References available upon request

Willingness to travel, relocate and communicate to any location in order to attend specific training or event to meet company's expectation.

Certification

Monition Picture Safety 101 - General Safety Awareness

BC class 5 full driving License with clean driving abstract

Timeline

Social Media Specialist

Journey Auto group
08.2021 - 03.2023

Social Media Manager

Government Of New Brunswick
05.2021 - 07.2021

Production Assistant

New Brunswick Film Coorporaiton
01.2021 - 05.2021

Social Media Manager

University Of New Brunswick Faculty Of Arts
05.2020 - 04.2021

Camera Operator

Rogers TV
11.2017 - 10.2019

Production Coordinator

National Broadcasting of Iran (IRIB)
05.2014 - 06.2016

Production Assistant

Donyaye Aftab Film Co Tehran
03.2014 - 04.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Film Production

University of New Brunswick

Monition Picture Safety 101 - General Safety Awareness

BC class 5 full driving License with clean driving abstract

Omid Tavakoli