Firas Chadid

Experience

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  Syrian TV

  Feb 2010 - Dec 2015

  Director TV Programs

  TV Director responsibilities include:-Supervising the activities of subordinates.-Previews and evaluates local, unsolicited independent, regional and national television programs to determine appropriateness for station usage.-Ensures program quality for broadcast by deciding whether program tape or film is technically acceptable.-Prepares and updates weekly/monthly program schedule by establishing program availability and determining the best time to air.-Responds to viewers' questions, comments and/or complaints regarding television programming/scheduling.-Prepares and maintains various departmental reports for submittal to supervisor such as program evaluations and preparation of audience research information; prepares and responds to various surveys such as program rating surveys.-Coordinates broadcast traffic and logging activities as it relates to program scheduling.-Develops alternatives to planned schedule; authorizes last minute changes and replaces material.-Participates in the development of station goals, policies and procedures.-Operates computer in order to maintain and update the program schedule.-Confers with promotional department to discuss content of programs scheduled to air; determines which programs to promote.-Ensures compliance with local, state and federal regulatory agencies in broadcasting; i.e., FCC rules governing broadcasting. Show less

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  Noursat Network

  Jan 2016 - Nov 2021

  Tv Director and Video Editor

  TV director and video editor (television programs, documentaries, sports, social and advertising)-Wide-ranging knowledge of film and video projects from inception to completion.-Effective at organizing and coordinating shoots; experience using production equipment. -Competent in film and sound editing.-Work on all Video switchers and install all television broadcasting equipment and cameras.

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  Alakhbar newspaper

  Feb 2017 - Jan 2020

  Graphic Designer and Interview Director

  Graphic designer, main responsibilities include: -Advertisement designer-Newspaper Layout Interview Director:-Full equipment installation-Filming-Editing and content submission

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  STIBAN

  Jan 2020 - Nov 2021

  VFX EDITOR & INPUT/OUTPUT (I/O) COORDINATOR

  * VFX Editor:Provide artists with editorial information such as, cut lengths, re-speed info, etc.Update sequences with any changes to the cut from client editorial and communicate these changes to the teamAssist in setting up shows ensuring editorial formats of the pipeline are in placeOrganize directories and files in a logical and organized mannerPrepare and create output media as required for the on-time delivery of visual effects in context for both temp and final deliveriesMaintain database logs as required to efficiently track the status of all workMonitor shot continuity, as it relates to the placement and timing of all visual effects shots within the current editKeep cuts updated with latest VFX versions of shotsLiaise with client cutting roomsImplement & monitor effective formats for internal review of team/show material on a daily basis or as required.Create and update demo reels representing VFX material for specific needs as assigned by Marketing and Production* Input/Output (I/O) :Responsible for monitoring disk servers, performing backups/restores, and handling incoming/outgoing data transfersMaintain data and asset trackingPrepare incoming/outgoing data transfersCollect files from clients and vendors and prepare deliveries back to themMonitor servers and studio queue system; escalates issues as neededTroubleshoot and correct failing tasksPartner with other production personnel to ensure shots are scheduled and delivered in a timely mannerCoordinate all client deliveries (outgoing and incoming), both physical deliveries and digital deliveries and maintains log of all deliveriesTechnical QA of all masters and digital files, grade conforms and project archiving Show less

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  Rodeo FX

  Nov 2021 - Jun 2024

  VFX Editor