Josiah Mc Conville

Josiah J. McConville -- EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science – Cinematic Arts, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA Honors: Cum Laude May 2020 QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: • Proven leadership directing various sized group projects and corporate events. • Working knowledge of video editing software; Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X, YouTube, and Vimeo. • Familiar with Adobe graphic composition applications; After Effects, Photoshop, and Lightroom. • Mastered the use of RED Helium, Canon C100, C300, Sony FS7, various DSLRs, Zephyr Steadicam, and DJI Ronin gimbals. TRADE EXPERIENCE: Freelance Photographer / Videographer, Remote Sept ‘22 – Present • Highlight key aspects of residential and vacation rental properties with crisp imagery. • Produce cinematic walkthrough videos of properties while stylistically featuring their unique design characteristics. • Capture quality sport, candid, portrait, and group photography with various models of Canon DLSR and mirrorless bodies. • Intricately sort, label, edit, and upload images to a secure link within a quick turnaround to ensure client satisfaction. • Consistently expand positive business and maintain a high level of return rate among customers. Training Multimedia Specialist, Samaritan’s Purse, Boone, NC Dec ‘20 – July ‘22 • Determined gaps in staff and volunteer comprehension of the material through quarterly field assessments. • Designed and executed training strategies to maintain coursework consistency across various training mediums for Operation Christmas Child’s Connect volunteer program (9,000+ full-time staff and volunteers). • Created innovative content that increased the effectiveness of the curriculum; measured by volunteer performance. • Utilized Adobe Creative Cloud and Articulate360 software to produce content for eLearning and in-person training. • Conducted regional trainings which resulted in more efficient team communication and higher community engagement. • Evaluated current training methods before adapting them as necessary to equip learners to serve at the next level. • Managed a content library of videos, podcasts, presentations, handbooks, handouts, and eLearning used throughout the United States and English-speaking affiliate offices worldwide. • Maintained all equipment in proper working condition including troubleshooting and minor repairs as necessary. • Led on-set and remote production teams of associates, summer interns, and freelance video editors to ensure smooth execution. • Upheld a professional image while corresponding with the public across various social media platforms. Training Multimedia Associate, Samaritan’s Purse, Boone, NC June ‘20 – Dec ‘20 • Coordinated and oversaw the creation of media for the Operation Christmas Child program including video and motion graphics. • Designed and developed scripts, storyboards, onscreen graphics, handouts, workbooks, and assessments based on ADDIE. • Produced innovative content; videos, podcasts, lesson plans, worksheets, and PowerPoints to teach curriculum. • Enhanced in-person and virtual events by providing engaging exercises and activities to support learning content. • Oversaw video shoots: managed equipment, lighting, sound, and organized background setup, design and striking. • Frequently recorded on-site interviews, field testimonials, and various instructional videos across the nation. • Launched and managed numerous integrated eLearning courses; role-specific training and electives for growth. • Streamlined the upload process of digital content onto Learning Management Systems for global staff and volunteers. Training Multimedia Intern, Samaritan’s Purse, Boone, NC May ‘19 – Aug ‘19 • Authored scripts and storyboards for video-based training exercises, workbooks, and assessments. • Recorded, edited, and produced videos used in eLearning courses for the Operation Christmas Child program. • Utilized Adobe Premiere and After Effects to edit, color correct, key, and mix sound for videos with on-screen graphics. • Devised various modes of assessment, such as tests or quizzes, to measure the effectiveness of each course. • Increased visual appeal of photographs using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom for company projects. Photographer Second Shooter, ABWE Mission Board, New Cumberland, PA • Cooperated with an elite team during preproduction and stage set up for annual conference. • Proficiently completed numerous studio-based photoshoots per client within a strict time frame. • Organized information and photographs into professional visual presentations. • Adapted quickly to constant changes in venue to accommodate changes in the schedule. July 2015 District Media Production Intern, South Eastern School District, Fawn Grove, PA Aug ‘12 – July ‘16 • Orchestrated live television studio productions and prerecorded District event commercials. • Exclusively organized and operated production equipment, including audio and lighting of field and studio productions. • Directed individual student projects while supporting them with video shoots, editing, and troubleshooting technical issues.