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Keith Bress

Keith Bress

Videographer/Video Editor

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Videographer, AV Technician and Communications Specialist

  • Education

    • Ithaca College

      2009 - 2013
      Bachelor of Science - BS Cinema & Photography; Cinema Production 3.705

      Activities and Societies: Park Scholarship Program, Ithaca College Honors Program, ICTV, The Ithacan, IC Active Minds, IC Gamers, Longview Literary Circle, IC Hope for Haiti Included courses in Story, Screenwriting, Cinema Production, Animation, and Writing for TV

    • University of Hartford

      2018 - 2021
      Master of Arts - MA Communication 4.0

      • Produced animated short film “Gotcha Day”, which was awarded entry into the the 2021 New Haven, Bridgeport, Ridgefield and Mystic Film Festivals along with Worldfest Houston, gaining recognition for the University Communications Program.• Included courses in Documentary Scriptwriting, Multimedia Production, Advertising, and Corporate Communication• Additional courses from the Hartford Art School include Drawing the Graphic Novel, Drawing for Animation, Facial Illustration, and Figure… Show more • Produced animated short film “Gotcha Day”, which was awarded entry into the the 2021 New Haven, Bridgeport, Ridgefield and Mystic Film Festivals along with Worldfest Houston, gaining recognition for the University Communications Program.• Included courses in Documentary Scriptwriting, Multimedia Production, Advertising, and Corporate Communication• Additional courses from the Hartford Art School include Drawing the Graphic Novel, Drawing for Animation, Facial Illustration, and Figure Illustration Show less

  • Experience

    • Self-employed

      Sept 2012 - now
      Videographer/Video Editor

      • Created a variety of engaging marketing/educational content reaching local and international audiences while exceeding client expectations.• Produced video content for State Representative Jane Garibay's 2024 re-election campaign.• Produced animated short film “Gotcha Day”, recognized in the 2021 New Haven, Bridgeport, Ridgefield and Mystic Film Festivals. Gold REMI award winner at Worldfest Houston.• Taught children video production skills at Windsor Community Television’s (WinTV) KidVid workshop. Show less

    • Titmouse

      Jan 2013 - Apr 2013
      Animation Intern

      • Executed the layout and animation of story sequences in Adobe Animate and Adobe After Effects for Youtube cartoon program.• Ensured prepared storyboards were ready for animation, speeding up production process.

    • GottaLoveCTHockey

      Jun 2013 - Oct 2015
      Videographer/Video Editor

      • Collaborated with stakeholders to launch engaging digital video content for online family program, Gotta Love CT Hockey. It featured interviews with professional NHL hockey players, marketing the brand and supporting its mission.• Developed dozens of high-quality feature stories for social media, meeting deadlines and generating favorable publicity.

    • The LEGO Group

      Jan 2016 - Sept 2020

      • Supervised project to improve moderation of user-generated content for LEGO Ideas, accelerating workflow.• Spearheaded development of system to train and onboard new moderators, standardizing and streamlining the process. • Communicated with millions of fans on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram, boosting consumer engagement.• Oversaw creation of anonymous reporting system for sensitivity concerns, ensuring marketing materials reflect Diversity & Inclusion objectives. Advocated for the use of inclusive language, which resulted in the alteration of content in a global app.• Selected for membership in Diversity & Inclusion taskforce. Joined forces with diverse team to execute measures promoting D&I in the workplace. Show less

      • Social Media Engager

        Mar 2018 - Sept 2020

      • Consumer Services Advisor

        Oct 2015 - Feb 2018

      • Copywriter/Knowledge Base Administrator

        Jan 2016 - Jan 2018

    • Nantucket Community Television

      Sept 2021 - Nov 2021
      Government Production Coordinator

      • Coordinate the coverage of government meetings and events on Nantucket, broadcast over the air and via livestream, providing an essential service to island residents.• Film and edit events and promotional content for a wide variety of clients, while matching or exceeding expectations.• Develop curriculum for “Whaler Media” and “Teen View” youth education programs, readying high school students on the island to produce work that will be featured in the Nantucket Film Festival.

    • First Congregational Church In Bloomfield

      Jan 2022 - May 2022
      Production Crew

      • Produced weekly live stream through ProPresenter to YouTube, Facebook and ChurchOnline.• Managed the operation and inventory of audio, media, and video broadcasting equipment.• Resolved equipment issues before and during the live stream service.

    • UConn College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

      Apr 2022 - Dec 2023
      Web Communications Coordinator

      •Write and edit content for various University websites.• Advise on best practices for accessibility and SEO.• Collaborate on complex web development projects with diverse clients.• Analyze data to improve the efficacy of web communications.

    • First Church in Windsor

      Mar 2024 - now
      AV Technician and Design Specialist

      • Run live stream services using OBS live stream software.• Research, develop and implement technical advancements to improve production.• Adapt to and troubleshoot technical problems when they occur.• Develop and present multimedia content for Church services.

    • Town of Mansfield, CT

      Jul 2024 - now
      Media Booth Operator

      • Set up, adjust, and operate media equipment.• Record meetings.• Assist participants with listening devices and presentations.• Run live stream services using OBS live stream software.

    • TOWN OF ENFIELD

      Sept 2024 - now
      Videographer

    • Town of Coventry

      Jan 2025 - now
      Videographer

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Keith Bress
      Gold Remi Award WorldFest Houston May 2021 Gold Remi Award for the short animated film, "Gotcha Day", which I wrote, animated and produced.
    • Awarded to Keith Bress
      "I ♥ Continuous Improvement" Bragging Brick LEGO Consumer Services Mar 2017 Received an award given to one employee twice a year for embodying the spirit of Continuous Improvement.
    • Awarded to Keith Bress
      PCA/ACA National Conference Presenter - Apr 2012
    • Awarded to Keith Bress
      Ithaca College Honors Program - Aug 2010
    • Awarded to Keith Bress
      Park Scholarship Award - May 2009

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Game Night Volunteer

      Issued by NAMI Connecticut on Mar 2020
      NAMI ConnecticutAssociated with Keith Bress

    • Production Crew

      Issued by Cox Enfield Public Access Studio on Dec 2023
      Cox Enfield Public Access StudioAssociated with Keith Bress

    • Contributing Writer

      Issued by SmashBoards on Jul 2018
      SmashBoardsAssociated with Keith Bress

    • Video Editor

      Issued by Project M Development Team on Mar 2012
      Project M Development TeamAssociated with Keith Bress