ADAM MICHAEL GENTRY
9 Chadwick Drive
Old Lyme, CT 06371
(860)-434-1587
adamg211@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Central Connecticut State University, New Britain, CT
Masters of Science in Educational Technology (2011)
Connecticut College, New London, CT
Bachelor of Arts in English Minor:
Film (2006)
Lyme Old Lyme High School High School Diploma 2002
Boy Scouts of America: Eagle Scout 2002
Skills
Proficient in filming live events & promotional content
Expert in in video
editing, color correction, DVD authoring, format conversion and animation using
Final Cut Studio and Adobe Photoshop
Expert in photo editing and graphic design using Adobe Photoshop
Proficient in Adobe InDesign and Dreamweaver
Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft office on both Macintosh and Windows
platform
Employment History
NSN Sports
May 2014
Videographer
- Operate 1 of 3 cameras to cover a live, streaming Ivy League Track Meet.
- Pan & zoom to maintain runners’ positions within the camera frame.
- Monitor radioed instructions while filming.
- Find suitable b-roll between events to broadcast over live feed.
- Help breakdown camera equipment and gather fiber optic cable.
Legacy Foundation
(formerly the Omega Foundation)
April 2013-Present
Videographer
- Meet and plan events as well as identify key people and locations to receive special attention.
- Film guests and key speakers, conducting interviews and capturing candid footage.
- Organize and design a final product, determining whether the video will be a promotional or feature presentation.
- Upload to the internet and write a brief introduction as well as search parameters.
Buzz Media
January 2012-Present
Film Editor
- Organize clips by time & subject, synchronizing two camera footage where possible.
- Identify or synthesize scenes within segments.
- Apply color correction and audio filters to address problems and bridge quality differences between cameras.
- Combine on location sound with studio music to build thematic montages.
Freelance Media Production
2008-Present
Videographer
- Plan and develop projects with local businesses & clients.
- Film and edit projects ranging from instructional videos, demo reels, and promotional material.
- Convert old formats to DVD.
Shoreline Physical Therapy
September 2010-September 2011
Film Producer
- Plan and film physical therapy exercise videos.
- Edit and color correct raw footage.
- Design and print DVD jacket and booklet.
From You Flowers
September 2010-April 2011
Customer Service Rep
- Assisted customers in placing / modifying orders.
- Coordinated deliveries/substitutions using network of florists
- Provided customer service for dissatisfied customers
- Complemented on numerous occasions by disgruntled customers on excellent customer service.
CCSU
Fall 09-Spring 2010
Assistant to Dr. Seider, Chair of the Teacher Education Department
- Researching and organizing information on CCSU and other university programs
- Data entry and filing
- Helping students; answering questions and arranging appointments
- Provided technical support and media assistance to department teaching
First Team 236
2008-2010
- Teach students about the principles and techniques of film production.
- Provide guidance in filming live events and scripted scenes
- Procure grant to purchase new Apple hardware and editing software.
