Ricardo Needham
Videographer
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic Video Production Specialist with 7+ years of experience in film production and editing, with 2+ years of experience in color grading. Committed to producing innovative videos with skill in solution-oriented problem-solving while maintaining budgets. Adept at FCPX use and collaborating with both technical and artistic teams, but also good at working to the strengths of teams with no prior film experience as well. 7+ years of experience in freelance video production, thrives in run-and-gun film environments, and has secured over 20+ returning clients to-date. Experienced in creating, producing and editing over 100+ projects for 7 different sites for Amazon, the leading e-retailer in the United States.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Video Production Specialist
Amazon
Joliet, IL
04.2017 - Current
- Overseer of day-to-day operations for Amazon - MDW2 specializing in creating videos for webcasting, commercials, donation drives and special events.
- Video Specialist Assistant for 7 Amazon sites in Chicago-land area. These sites are: MDW2, MDW4, MDW7, MDW9, ORD5, IGQ1, and KRB6. 75+ projects collectively filmed and completed in 2021 alone.
- Managed video shoots, set teams and performers while creating work schedules and operating production equipment.
- Worked with hundreds of clients to produce various types of videos.
- Closely worked with L3, L4, L5, L6, and L7 Amazon managers as well as various district and regional managers.
- Developed creative ideas, as well as produced, directed and edited vast types of projects for various media and platforms.
Host
Red Lobster
Joliet, IL
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Assigned over 60+ customers per day to tables suitable for needs and restaurant section rotation.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Assisted managers with quickly resolving service- and food-related issues.
- Documented reservations and communicated changes to guests.
- Worked with front of house staff to move tables and adjust seating to accommodate groups with special requests.
- In charge of checking and restocking server areas and organizing entirety of front of restaurant including cabinet supplies, menus, silverware, etc throughout day.
- Monitored seating area and checked restrooms hourly to maintain cleanliness.
Master Grill Operator
McDonald's
Joliet, IL
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Monitored line efficiency and implemented improvements for increased productivity.
- Cooked regular menu items and seasonal offerings according to corporate standards and guidelines.
- Oversaw care and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry and fish for frying purposes for over 200+ orders per day.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment regularly.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Distributed food to team members with efficiency in high-volume environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Plainfield South High School
Plainfield, IL 08.2010 - 05.2014
Skills
Media Specialist
Certification
Cinema Grade Color Grading Academy
Timeline
Cinema Grade Color Grading Academy
03-2020
Video Production Specialist
Amazon
04.2017 - Current
Host
Red Lobster
01.2015 - 04.2017
Master Grill Operator
McDonald's
01.2013 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Plainfield South High School
08.2010 - 05.2014