Michael Vaughn

Experience

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  Pamida

  Jun 2006 - May 2008

  Sales Associate

  I performed work as a cashier, stocker, truck unloader, and customer service representative. I helped keep operations at a small department store running smoothly.

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  Kohl's Department Stores

  Jan 2008 - Apr 2011

  Sales Associate

  In this position, I gained skills working with money as a cashier as well as learned how to organize and stock packages in the back of a retail store.

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  Immanuel Baptist Church

  May 2010 - Aug 2010

  Youth Ministry Intern

  In this position, I worked a great deal with kids between 6th and 12th grade. I counseled them with their personal and spiritual matters, and I prepared events for them. I even helped plan a mission trip to Pennsylvania.

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  Camp Albemarle

  Jun 2011 - Aug 2011

  Video Producer and Camp Counselor

  In this position, I created a promotional video for the camp (with very limited resources) in a week-and-a-half. This video is now used to market the camp to local schools, churches, and whoever else is interested. Also, I worked as a camp counselor, facilitating many activities for kids to participate in.

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  Asbury College

  Aug 2011 - May 2012

  Resident Assistant

  I dealt with day-to-day issues that came up in a dorm-living situation. I not only helped keep things running smoothly in the dorm, but I also facilitated group events with an individual hall that I was in charge of.

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  University of Kentucky

  Jan 2012 - Jul 2012

  Media Intern

  As a media intern, I personally shot and edited many short videos for educational and informational purposes. I also performed other media-related tasks, such as transcribing interviews, creating graphics in Adobe After Effects, and whatever else was asked of me.

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  Olympic Broadcasting Services

  Jul 2012 - Aug 2012

  Camera Assistant

  I worked at the Basketball Arena and the North Greenwich Arena performing the duties of a camera assistant. This excellent opportunity really stretched me a great deal into the professional world of broadcast and media. It also stretched my interpersonal skills. I had to collaborate with people from different walks of life to help make the world’s largest media event happen.

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  M&R Vaughn Media

  Aug 2012 - now

  Co-Owner | Photographer | Editor

  My wife and I own a production company specializing in wedding photos and video, family photos, professional headshots, and short promotional video creation. We do everything from start to finish, creating finely polished media to remember for years to come. We also manage a Youtube channel for fun! You can visit our channel at loserloser.win.

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  Darringer Productions

  Sept 2012 - Jan 2013

  Camera Operator and Video Editor

  I worked as an unpaid intern editing video for a KET series called Go Local. I also shot a little bit of video. Finally, I worked as a paid camera operator for a micro-budget feature film called “Friggin’ Aliens.”

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  MarketStar

  Oct 2012 - Jan 2013

  Google Specialist

  I was hired on as a Google Specialist to promote and sell Google’s new operating system and computer. Google contracted Marketstar to hire people with excellent verbal skills, understanding of technology, and a true desire to work hard and achieve.

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  Jolly Technologies

  Feb 2013 - Sept 2013

  Sales Assistant

  At my position with Jolly Technologies, I performed a plethora of duties. Beyond simply assisting the sales department in processing purchase orders and shipping, I also helped edit photos, design logos, and did some minor web work. I daily applied my media expertise by creating unique content for the company to use for marketing and sales purposes. Finally, I helped manage the daily functions of the office by purchasing supplies, scheduling interviews and screenings for possible future-employees, and much more. Show less

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  Richfield Productions

  Oct 2013 - Mar 2014

  Technical Director

  I worked several horse shows across the nation, helping set up audio-visual equipment as well as assisting in the filming of the events themselves. I gained invaluable experience preparing for and executing remote broadcasts. I also learned to make quick and visually appealing shot selections as technical director.

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  University of Kentucky

  Feb 2014 - Apr 2014

  Standardized Patient

  I assisted in training UK medical students by acting as a patient in need of a medical diagnosis. I also helped facilitate learning in classroom settings by assisting teachers with my performances. The training I provided was invaluable, teaching the students how to work with a variety of patients with many different backgrounds.

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  ESPN

  Feb 2014 - Feb 2014

  Production Assistant

  I worked for ESPN as a production assistant, performing an interview with Ashley Judd. I helped prepare the interview location at the Griffin Gate Marriott, including assisting with lighting, furniture placement, etc. I also ran errands in town and picked up wardrobe for our talent. My producer said I was a great help and was glad to have me on the production.

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  WTVQ

  Apr 2014 - Oct 2016

  I carefully weave raw footage into compelling stories for viewers at home. I daily ingest, edit, and export video for four daily broadcasts. My responsibilities also encompass creating graphics and running live CGs, and even occasionally running audio. My knowledge and responsibilities grow daily, and I hope to continually learn and develop my skills. I ran cameras and called cues for live news broadcasts. I also ran live audio, mixing levels for anchors, music, and tracks for packages and voice overs. Beyond that I also worked setting up remote broadcasts by running cables, setting up cameras, and much more.

  • Video Editor

    Aug 2014 - Oct 2016

  • Production Technician

    Apr 2014 - Aug 2014
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  Lynxnet, LLC

  Oct 2016 - Apr 2017

  Photographer II

  At Lynxnet, I provide audiovisual support for live events, running cables, managing powerpoints, and running mixing boards. I also offer logistical support, communicating with clients and helping them realize their goals. Producing videos is also one of my major duties. I help refine scripts, film events, and edit footage into engaging media for documentary or promotional uses.

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  IntelliSurvey

  Apr 2017 - Dec 2023

  Project Manager II

  I am responsible for programming, testing, and managing surveys for a variety of clients in the market research industry. I work as a member of a team, and I spend significant time negotiating with clients about their specific needs; I help them reach their goals. I regularly use RingCentral, Jira, Google Docs, Google sheets, Excel, Word, and more to manage projects.

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  Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

  Jan 2024 - now

  Transportation Security Officer