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Paul Agresta

Hamilton,Ontario

Summary

Accomplished Camera Operator with a proven track record at Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, adept in video production and editing (Adobe Creative Suite, Avid Media). Expertise in broadcasting equipment and post-production, significantly enhancing event coverage quality. Demonstrates exceptional technical skills and creative problem-solving, ensuring high-quality outcomes for major sports events and productions.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Camera Operator

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment
09.2022 - Current

Working in ScotiaBank Arena alongside the Toronto Raptors and the Toronto Maple Leafs. Operating RF and Game cameras for a variety of events. NHL / AHL games, NBA / NBA G league and The 2022 Hockey Hall of Fame Game as well as the 2023/2024 NHL playoffs.

Freelance Television Assistant / Utility

Dome Productions
08.2022 - Current

Working with Canada's top sports broadcasters like TSN and Sportsnet as a freelance utility. I am responsible for all aspects of technical setup for mobile productions such as The 110th Grey Cup, WWE Wrestling, AEW wrestling, CFL football and NLL lacrosse.

Camera Operator/ Utility

Stratford Festival
11.2022 - Current

Working with IATSE Local 357 in Stratford, I am responsible for technical Setup and filming for various productions of featured plays as well as media days and short films.

Freelance 3 Play Replay Operator (OHL)

Kitchener Rangers Hockey Club
11.2022 - Current

Working with IATSE Local 357
operating 3play replay machine for The Kitchener Rangers providing Closer looks at pivotal moments in games.

Production Assistant

Cable 14 Hamilton
01.2021 - 01.2022

Assisted with many aspects of the production process including camera work, audio operator and editor. Responsible for all post production processes on regularly scheduled programming in the television industry.


- Graphics packages

- Show opens

Freelance Videographer

Freelance
01.2019 - Current

As a freelance videographer / editor, I work with clients on a variety of different projects including weddings, interviews and business promotion. Through industry standard post production techniques I am able to present a product that meets my clients needs in a timely manor.

Main Follow Camera Operator (OHL)

Cable 14 Hamilton
01.2021 - 06.2022

Dedicated main follow operator for the 2021/2022 OHL season on Cable

Education

Advanced Diploma - Broadcasting - Television And Communications

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON
06.2022

Skills

  • Video Production
  • Pre-production skills
  • Editing skills (Adobe Creative Suite, Avid media)
  • Broadcasting Equipment
  • Non-Linear Editing
  • Color Correction
  • Camera maintenance
  • Equipment testing

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Camera Operator/ Utility

Stratford Festival
11.2022 - Current

Freelance 3 Play Replay Operator (OHL)

Kitchener Rangers Hockey Club
11.2022 - Current

Camera Operator

Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment
09.2022 - Current

Freelance Television Assistant / Utility

Dome Productions
08.2022 - Current

Production Assistant

Cable 14 Hamilton
01.2021 - 01.2022

Main Follow Camera Operator (OHL)

Cable 14 Hamilton
01.2021 - 06.2022

Freelance Videographer

Freelance
01.2019 - Current

Advanced Diploma - Broadcasting - Television And Communications

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
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