Kristin McCarthy, partner at Monster Zero Media

Summary

As a video producer/editor and art director, my project management skills would benefit any position that requires an ambitious and organized individual. The video/graphic projects I've worked on—both domestic and international—have lead me to coordinate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures, and to pay close attention to deadlines and budgetary concerns. My involement as a library graphic designer and social media strategist allowed me to incorporate my collective skills to promote and document events—energizing their social media traffic to new heights. I love working in a stimulating environment with a motivated team of people to produce the best possible creative solutions.

Experience

2007–present
Destination Media Marketing, LLC, High Bridge, NJ
Video/Media Producer/Graphic Design

Collaborates with clients to plan, script, and shoot projects, whether on location or in a studio setting with a green screen. Crafts the visual story through video and audio editing, the creation of motion graphics, and secures proper licensing for music and stock footage. Eye for detail also goes beyond video production, with such skills as food styling, book design, and packaging. Clients include USAID, Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Penguin Group USA, Ocean Alliance, and the United States Golf Association (USGA).

Skills Used

Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. As well as Premiere Pro and After Effects

2018–2021
Bernardsville Public Library, Bernardsville, NJ

Social Media & Publicity Producer/Circulation Desk

Teamed up with departmental managers to coordinate the graphics needed for both in-house and their online presence. Worked with the staff to create visuals for displays, shelf talkers, and bookmarks that promoted upcoming events. Shot and edited video of adult and youth services programs/events, and also secured proper licensing for music or additional assets. Tracked social media statistics to be included in monthly library board reports. Additional tasks included shifts on the circulation desk and learning Polaris/Leap software.

2014–2015
Rosen Publishing Group/Enslow Publishing, LLC, New York, NY
Graphic design/book production/photo researcher

As an independent contractor, I interfaced with the production manager and editorial director to create book designs that adhered to the continuation of the Enslow branding. My other responsibilities included doing research for editorial content and photos, and photo retouching when needed.

Skills Used

InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator

1990–2014
Enslow Publishers, Inc., Berkeley Heights, NJ
Art Director (2005–2014)
Assistant Art/Production Manager (1990–2005)

Responsibilities

Started out in a book production capacity, moved into book design, and then into a more managerial position of art director. Supervised the in-house design team and worked closely with editors to brainstorm and conceptualize new book series. Contracted and art directed freelance graphic designers when projects were produced off site and served as the main communications conduit from the design team. Worked with the in-house photo researchers to be sure the content remained fresh and original, as well as over-seeing photo shoots and designing packaging for music CDs and DVDs. Other responsibilities included organizing priorites and assets, managing budgets, and adhering to schedules for the successful launch of each project.

Accomplishments

During my many years conceptualizing, designing, and producing various fiction and nonfiction book series, I also spearheaded the addition of video media to promote book series, including testimonials/interviews and book trailers.

Skills Used

Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. As well as Premiere Pro and After Effects for the creation of book trailers.

Education

Member of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals (NAPP) since 2010.

Raritan Valley Community College
Continuing Education, 2001 and 2010–2011 — GPA 4.0
Relevant coursework in Interactive Media and Video Production

Drew University, Madison, NJ
Bachelor of Arts — GPA 3.0
Relevant coursework in Studio Art, Art Administration, and Anthropology/Archaeology

Awards

New York City 24-hour Film Race: Best Costume Design for "Cleans-o-mat ic"
RVCC Best in Show (video category) for Student Art Show for "Lawless"
RVCC Nota Bene Recipient (video category) for "Punz"

Volunteer

Video Prodution for the High Bridge Business Association, 2009-present
Commity FoodBank of New Jersey, several times in 2017
Candy Striper, St. Clair's Hospital, 1984

References

Available upon request.

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