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Jeffrey A. Cech
jeffc@jcdmp.com
734.323.1776

FILM EXPERIENCE
Production Assistant “Cedar Rapids.” Northlands Productions, 2009/2010
Directed by Miguel Arteta – Feature Film www.imdb.com/name/nm3712524
Film Editor/ADR Engineer “Tucker's Wind.” AReic Films, 2009
Directed by Diana Copeland – Short Digital Film
Film Editor “The Artisan.” YoungBlood Productions for SAG, 2009
Directed by Frank Zieger III – Short Digital Film
DP/Film Editor “The Knock Off.” YoungBlood Productions, 2009
Executive Producer: Rob Johnson – 48 Hr Film Project Detroit
Camera Intern “The Irishman.” Sweet William Productions 2009
Directed by Jonathan Hensleigh – Feature Film
Assisted with shooting behind the scenes EPK

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Office/Set Intern “The Wannabes” Savvy Productions, 2009
Directed by Eric Dean Seaton – Television Program
Writer/Producer/DP/Editor “Danny Henneghan, Brother Rice” JCDMP for Jookt.com, 2009
Created for Jookt.com/Warrior Lacrosse – Short Digital Film
DP/Producer/Editor “Orlimar ZX Drivers.” Canadian American Corporation, 2008
Executive Producer: John Kupiec – Web Infomercial
DP/Producer/Editor “Wild Alaskan Salmon.” Leapfrog DMC for Taco Del Mar, 2008
Executive Producer: Erin Gilbert – National TV Commercial
Producer/Editor “Carbon Express Aramid KV.” Leapfrog DMC for Carbon Express, 2008
 Executive Producer: Lennie Rezmer – Digital Product Short
DP/Producer/Editor “Field Neurosciences Institute.” Freelance for FNI, 2004
Executive Producer: Ken Santa – Promotional Short
DP/Producer/Editor “Smoking vs. the Mind.” Central Michigan University, 2004
 MAB Award – Public Service Announcement

Freelance, throughout Midwest
Videographer, Editor, Audio, Graphic Design, June 2005 –– Current

  • Freelance Videographer, producer, editor
  • Freelance Cinematography utilizing the Panasonic AF100 and GH2
  • Freelance Graphic designer
  • Freelance Audio production, and post
  • Created notable projects for PBA Bowler Norm Duke, AOL, and Michelob Ultra/ Livestrong.com
  • Current producer/shooter/editor for the Yellow Pages
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Communications and Brand Strategy
 Videographer, Editor, October 2011 –– April 2013
  • Videographer and Editor for Campus/unit promotions and productions
  • Videographer for Big Ten Network segments and for “MSUTODAY”
  • Worked directly with producers, interns and administrators
  • Designer of MSU department videos from idea to completion
  • Assisted with use and workflow of Sony EX3, F3, and FS700 Cameras
  • Assisted with camera operation, grip duties, and lighting design on MSU PSA
  • Coordinate conferences, awards shows, and events
  • Prepare client jobs for internal billing
WKAR Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
 Videography Technician, June 2010 –– October 2011
  • EFP/ENG videographer for various productions, documentaries, and program segments
  • Editor of PBS promotions, program segments and episodic television
  • Motion graphic designer of promotions, show intros, and whatever else needs updating
  • Studio audio mixing, graphic operator, floor director, and tape operator for “Off the Record”
  • Studio graphic operator, tape operator for Quiz Busters
  • Studio audio production and post troubleshooting for Backstage Pass
  • Studio camera for various uplinks, underwriters and program segments
  • Troubleshooting Edit Suites, HD workflow and direct to air--file based workflows
Canadian American Corporation, Flint, Michigan
Video Production Specialist, October 2006 –– September 2008
  • Directed, produced, shot and Edited over 100 TV commercials
  • Created over a dozen videos for local and national clients
  • Experienced editor with Avid Media Composer and Final Cut Studio
  • Worked daily with producer and clients in the edit suite
  • Copywriter of corporate videos, web video, and TV commercials
  • Responsible for seeing projects from concept through delivery
  • Estimated and oversaw budgets, dealing directly with clients daily
  • Political Campaigns responsible for re-election of the Mayor of Flint, MI.
  • Motion graphic artist with Adobe After Effects and Apple Motion
  • Solely ran Leapfrog Digital Media Complex, at Canadian American
Field Neurosciences Institute, Saginaw, Michigan
Producer/ Editor, September 2004 –– December 2004
  • Created concept of promotional video and budget
  • Videography duties at various FNI locations
  • Composed Original score and recorded vocal talent
  • Edited and tastefully incorporated pleasing graphics
  • Worked mutually with client to positively showcase FNI
News Central 34, Central Michigan University
News Producer, August 2003 –– December 2003
  • Created a vast run-down for the newscast
  • Responsible for graphical and written content of 1hr. newscast
  • Creatively shot and edited news packages and B-Roll
  • Made critical decisions under pressure and deadlines
  • Took constructive criticism and made notable improvements
Computer Skills
  • Avid Media Composer, Final Cut Studio 3, Adobe CS5.5, After Effects
  • Pro Tools 10, Digital Performer 7.24
  • Sorenson, Cleaner, Episode, DG FastChannel, Extreme Reach
  • Offline and Online Editing, Motion Graphics
Education
Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan
Bachelor of Applied Arts, May 2005
Major: Broadcast and Cinematic Arts
Minor: Graphics Technology Management
Oakland Community College
Intro to the Film Camera Department Certificate, May 2009
Film Overview Certificate, May 2009
ACTIVITIES
Attended NAB 2013 Conference
MAB Award for Public Service Announcement
Runner Up Award "The Knock Off" Detroit 48 hour film project
Personal Ownership of Final Cut Studio 3, Avid Media Composer
Personal Ownership of Panasonic AF100 and Enhanced GH2
Photography Portfolio and Videography/Editorial Demo Reel
Knowledge of HD Workflow, 16mm Loading and 35mm Loading
Creating Short Films and Continuing to Study Film
IMDB: www.imdb.com/name/nm3712524
*References Available upon Request