Shannon Burton
Summary
Passionate and creative editor with 7 years of experience producing engaging and entertaining content for social media platforms and broadcast at ET Canada. A keen eye for detail and acute understanding of pacing, rhythm and tone, with a proven ability to meet tight deadlines. Extensive experience with Avid Media Composer including ingesting, encoding and organizing files. Personable and supportive team member excelling in communication and collaboration. Currently seeking the next exciting career opportunity to further develop editing skills and experience, while continuing to grow professionally.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor
ET Canada
12.2016 - 10.2023
- Edited scripted video content for online platforms and broadcast using footage from multiple cameras, sources and audio
- Collaborated with producers to deliver creative and engaging content skillfully using eye-catching effects and transitions, graphics, photo animations, colour correction, music, and voiceover
- Uploaded digital and broadcast stories to ETCanada.com and digital platforms including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and Snapchat
- Managed multiple assignments daily, consistently hitting tight deadlines while always exhibiting a positive, team-focused attitude
- Ingested, encoded and organized footage in Avid
- Trained and on-boarded new editors
Manager/Server
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar
03.2005 - 03.2020
- Managed daily restaurant operations and staff of 30 + ensuring all departments successfully and efficiently met guest expectations during high volume lunch and dinner service
- Managed bar operations including employee schedules, product orders and maintained accurate inventory levels
- Addressed guest concerns and resolved issues in a timely and effective manner ensuring an exceptional guest experience
- Monitored staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and recognizing outstanding performance, fostering a supportive environment and continuous improvement in their roles
- On-boarded new employees and set up training paths
- As a server, provided outstanding dining service by anticipating guests needs and delivering the highest quality food and beverages while upholding all aspects of Keg standards
- Chosen as member of the Server Training Team
Education
Diploma - Broadcast Journalism
Seneca College
10.2016
Skills
- Avid Media Composer, Avid Access, Avid Interplay Assist, Avid ISIS
- Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Media Encoder, Adobe After Effects
- ENPS (Electronic News Production System)
- Trello
- Microsoft 365
- NetSuite
- Supportive team member
- Critical thinker
- Solid editorial judgement
- Detail-oriented
- Multitasking and time management
- Communication, understanding, and kindness
Awards
2023 Canadian Screen Award for Best Web Program or Series Non-Fiction
ET Canada Pride (Editor)
Timeline
Editor
ET Canada
12.2016 - 10.2023
Manager/Server
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar
03.2005 - 03.2020
Diploma - Broadcast Journalism
Seneca College
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