Tanique Samuels
Scarborough,Ontario
Summary
Edited and designed motion graphics for a documentary feature that won the national journalism award for best television documentary.
Worked for the two largest free-to-air stations in Jamaica, where compiled graphics along with informative and entertaining program to compete with other rival stations which resulted in us eroding their market share and increasing viewership, resulting in record-breaking target profits. Recently completing Post Graduate studies in Script to Screen: Advanced Television and Film at Centennial College, The aim is to transition to a mutually fulfilling professional role within a reputable and established organization, where extensive experience in general media and content editing, production and presentation, coupled with inherent administrative and general office management skills, will provide significant value while contributing simultaneously to ongoing professional development.
I've been using the Adobe Premiere Suite for over 15 years.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front End Cashier
No Frills Grocery
11.2022 - Current
- Provides high-quality and efficient customer service using exceptional interpersonal skills to
engage customers and answer questions and concerns - Handled numerous and varied sales transactions daily ensuring accurate processing of payments
at all times - Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
- Increased sales by 10%
Senior Editor /Jr. Producer/Production Assistant
RJR Gleaner Communication Group
09.2014 - 07.2022
- Responsible for coordinating production craft services and on-set discipline
- Administrative and office management duties were performed to ensure smooth operations. Developed and maintained advanced data and physical file storage and categorizing systems
- Led and managed multiple projects from conceptual stage through to launch
- Trained contributors, editors, associates and designers on expectations, processes and organization style guidelines
- Guided and motivated staff to achieve demanding targets under tight deadlines
Senior News Editor
CVM Television
09.2009 - 07.2014
- Planned for coverage of large events by assigning reporters and photographers
- Trained [3} junior staff members on compelling breaking news stories, style guidelines and organization procedures
- Monitored breaking news for information on incidents, events, and topics of interest to quickly assign coverage to staff.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy
- Deployed to news events locales to provide on-the-ground broadcast solutions and news coverage.
Communications Administrative Assistant
Shac Workz DV Productions
10.2007 - 08.2009
- Managed multiple tasks to include customer service calls, supplier inquires & order forms, and equipment rentals
- Co-ordinate production activities to guarantee excellent time management and daily goal achievement
- Assist Administrator with updating and maintaining Production calendars and schedules
- Managing traditional paper and/or electronic filing systems
- Creating spreadsheets, managing databases, preparing presentations
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes
Executive Administrative Assistant
Lawe Insurance Agency
05.2005 - 09.2007
- Scheduled appointments and handled calenders for senior leadership.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Transcribed meeting minutes to support sales, business development and senior management teams.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Documented and distributed meeting notes to identify, analyze, and improve workflows.
- Managed over 25 customer calls per day
Education
Post Graduate Diploma Program - Communication, Media And Film
04.2023
Script to Screen: Advanced Television and Film
- [4.250] GPA
Associate of Arts - Broadcasting Performance And Digital Media
03.2007
High School Diploma -
06.1999
Skills
- SPECIALIZED SKILLSETS HIGHLIGHTS
- Specializing in
- Film and Television Production Core Area Video Editing
- Advanced Level Proficiency in Adobe Premiere and Adobe Photoshop
- Entry level expertise in After effects and Canvas
- Knowledge of media production and communication
- Knowledgeable and proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite of Applications
- (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint) with advanced application capabilities in Microsoft
- Action-oriented individual, with keen attention to detail, capable of independent decision-
- Making and exceptional organizational skills
- Ability to adapt to new and changing situations and environments
- Exceptional problem-solving skills
- Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and assignments while meeting
- Excellent interpersonal written and oral communication skills
Certification
- [Digital Design] Training - [1yr]
- Techniques Video and Television Production
- Post Graduate Diploma Advanced Script to Screen
Timeline
Front End Cashier - No Frills Grocery
11.2022 - Current
Senior Editor /Jr. Producer/Production Assistant - RJR Gleaner Communication Group
09.2014 - 07.2022
Senior News Editor - CVM Television
09.2009 - 07.2014
Communications Administrative Assistant - Shac Workz DV Productions
10.2007 - 08.2009
Executive Administrative Assistant - Lawe Insurance Agency
05.2005 - 09.2007
Centennial College – Story Arts Centre - Post Graduate Diploma Program, Communication, Media And Film
Media Technology Institute - Associate of Arts, Broadcasting Performance And Digital Media
Excelsior High School - High School Diploma,
- [Digital Design] Training - [1yr]
- Techniques Video and Television Production
- Post Graduate Diploma Advanced Script to Screen
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