ABOUT ME
Since the beginning, I have built my expertise and skill equally in both filming and editing. I have been fortunate to work on a diverse array of projects that can make me a valuable asset for your next project! I look forward to talking with you to learn more about how my experience and background can meet the needs for your company!

Contact Information:
John Fletcher
Huntsville, Texas
Ph: 936-661-6760
Email: smartvideoservices@gmail.com
Web: www.fletchlives.net
Summary:
Creative Director of Visual Content, video producer and marketing specialist with the ability to make your message memorable! I get it done with organization, leadership, highly skilled editing and the ability to produce engaging content quickly, on-time and under budget!
Experience:
Director of Visual Content (Remote), Virtual Golf Caddy, Savannah, GA, August 2019 – April 2020 (Business closed due to COVID-19)
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Oversee and manage all digital platforms to include website and social media channels
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Market and maintain relationships with all partners
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Vet and hire drone pilots for specific projects
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Manage all editing workflow, providing creative direction and ensure timely delivery of content
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Manage all content delivered including graphics, images, camera and drone footage
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Establish creative standards and guidelines for all editors
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Coordinate post-production editing schedules with editors and on-site contractors
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Manage post production archive process and content library
Principal Video Editor (Remote), Virtual Golf Caddy, Savannah, GA, March 2019 – August 2019
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Manage all editing workflow, providing creative direction, feedback and recommendations as needed to ensure timely delivery of content
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Manage all content delivered including graphics, images, camera and drone footage
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Establish creative standards and guidelines for all editors
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Manage delivery and distribution of all final editing projects
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Establish creative standards and guidelines for all editors
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Coordinate post production editing schedules with editors and on-site contractors
Owner/Principal Videographer/Editor, SMART Video Services, Huntsville, TX, February 2000 – Present
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Provide all stages of video production from conception, budgeting, managing and hiring crews, producing and directing sets to editing and post production
Operations Manager – Content Director, USA Jump Rope, Huntsville, TX, April 2004 – August 2019
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Manage all operations for the organization to include financials, employees, policies and guidelines
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Provide all stages of video production from conception, budgeting, managing and hiring crews, producing and directing sets to editing and post production for broadcast, retail and social media
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Oversight and management of all digital platforms to include company website and social media
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Coordinate all media relations to include television appearances, radio spots and news outlets
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Planning and implementation of national and international events to include contract negotiation, hiring and scheduling vendors, coordinating volunteers, banquet/catering management, event budget management and contracting hotel blocks
Skills:
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Premiere Pro CC - Final Cut Pro X - After Effects CC - Videography - Video Editing - Photography - Script Writing - MAC and PC Proficiency - Google Suite - Adobe Creative Cloud - Event Operations and Management - Media Relations
Accomplishments:
Film Production/Videography
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Production Supervisor of the first USA Jump Rope Virtual National Competition, July 2020.
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Production of the 2020 Huntsville, Texas tourism video, 9-month project completed July 2020.
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Collaborative training film project with the American Heart Association and Jump Rope for Heart, March 2017.
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Internship with MySource TV, produced “AroundMe” marketing video for pitch to mobile app developer, Summer 2016.
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“Best Graduate Producer” award recipient, AAU Spring Show – May 2015.
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“Focus Award” recipient, AAU Spring Show – May 2014.
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Footage contributor/consultant for documentary “JUMP!” produced by Nutshell Productions, 2007.
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Produced commercials for ESPN, ESPN 2 and FOX Sports Network, 2004 – Present.
Education History:
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Master of Arts, Communications and Media Technologies, Academy of Art University, San Francisco, CA, May 2018
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Bachelor of Science, Law Enforcement/Police Science, Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, TX, May 1994