Brian Lehmbeck
43065 Old Gallivan Terrace, Ashburn VA 20147
Cell: 571-512-2960 Email: bklehmbeck@verizon.net
Summary of Qualifications:
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in video production, video editing, graphics creation, video animation, online video distribution strategies and management. Proven ability to take a project from the inception stage to completion while meeting client and corporate objectives. Solutions-oriented team leader who can confidently manage a team or work independently as the job or project requires.
Skills:
Work Experience:
Discovery Communications
Mediaflex Cloud Play-out Engineer 2017 - Present
Key responsibilities include the development and management of end-to-end digital content ingest activities to ensure media asset file elements are received, assembled, and submitted for processing to meet customer deadlines in support of Discovery Communication’s growing multi-screen Video-On-Demand content library and cloud playout systems.
Responsibilities include:
Freelance Video Producer and Editor
Video Producer and Editor 2016 – Present
As a freelance video producer and editor, I have had the opportunity to work with a variety of clients to help develop, script, storyboard, shoot, edit and distribute video content and projects ranging in scope from video advertisements on YouTube to long form video sales products to online learning modules. Clients include: Investing Daily, Robert Levin Productions, Dig In, LLC and others.
Responsibilities include:
The Motley Fool
Senior Manager of Video Production 2014 – 2016
As the Senior Manager of Video Production, I worked closely with other team members to conceptualize, produce, shoot, edit, and deliver video assets with high visual impact for the purposes of marketing and promotional use in an effort to further the Motley Fool brand. My responsibilities included; seeing all productions through from beginning to end while working with copy writers, legal, the production/ post production team and finally the distribution team to ensure each step of the process ran smoothly and deadlines were met. Duties included: hiring of staff, daily management of team members, project development, organizing various aspects of a production, script writing/ storyboarding, pre and post production, graphics and video editing.
Responsibilities include:
International Monetary Fund
Central Operations Producer 2012 – 2014
Plan, direct, coordinate, and manage operational activities across multiple work groups for the effective delivery of IMF webcasts. Ensure the delivery of exceptional broadcast and webcast presentation technology services to a sophisticated clientele in a fast-paced, rapidly changing international business environment, with emphasis on client and consumer satisfaction. The scope of webcast operations consists of the professional application, maintenance, and recommendations for all webcast: processes, equipment, and technologies including, but not limited to, simultaneous interpretation systems; multi-format video acquisition; sound reinforcement; audio and video recording/playback; AV routing/switching systems; webcasting/encoding media files; video editing and post-production and live and pre-recorded broadcast quality video production for in-house and special events.
Responsibilities include:
Medco Health Solutions, Inc
Manager of Creative Service 2008 – 2012
Responsible for the development, planning and execution of video initiatives and programs which help support and build the Medco brand to B2B and B2C audiences by supporting the communication and marketing needs of the corporation, customer groups and product groups across Medco and it subsidiaries. Play a lead role in the production, editing and creation of video graphics and video animation for multiple video content types including live broadcasts via the Medco Broadcast Center as well as web events and highly polished programming for use on Medco.com, client websites, and other corporate website properties.
Responsibilities include:
ACORD Corp.
Multimedia Producer 2005 - 2008
Multimedia Producer responsible for the design and creation of the ACORD video capabilities from the ground up: built a three camera, multi-use studio and three bay edit suite from design, budget creation, equipment selection and installation. Lead editor, producer, graphic artist, animation creator and online video distribution manager.
Responsibilities included:
PSI Multimedia, Inc.
Video Department Manager/ Video Editor 1999 – 2005
As Video Department Manager I was tasked with the development and implementation of a multi station Avid editing/ After Effects editing suite to meet the growing demands of PSI’s clients.
Responsibilities included:
Dig It Audio, Inc.
Studio Manager/ Production Coordinator 1997 – 1999
John Snyder Productions
Production Coordinator/ Office Manager 1995 – 1997
The Exchange, Cablevision Channel 12
Production Intern 1994 – 1995
Off the Wall Astrology, Cablevision Channel 12
Freelance Tape Op/ Camera Operator 1994 – 1995
Public Access, WTAC Connecticut
Production Audio/ Camera Operator/ Floor Manager 1993 – 1994
Education:
Fairfield University, Fairfield, CT, BA in Communications (video production track) with a minor in music. Graduated May 1996.
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in video production, video editing, graphics creation, video animation, online video distribution strategies and management. Proven ability to take a project from the inception stage to completion while meeting client and corporate objectives. Solutions-oriented team leader who can confidently manage a team or work independently as the job or project requires.
Skills:
- Experienced video editor with over 21 years of experience and expert proficiency in Adobe Premiere, Avid Media Composer and Final Cut Pro.
- Skilled audio editor experienced in Prelude, Sound Forge and ProTools.
- Accomplished video graphics and animation creator with expert proficiency in After Effects, Motion, PhotoShop, and Illustrator.
- Experienced in DVD authoring using Sonic DVD Producer, Adobe Encore and other authoring programs.
- Accomplished 3D animator utilizing Lightwave 3D.
- Expert proficiency with compression software including Adobe Media Encoder, Sorenson Squeeze, Telestream Vantage and Compressor.
- An accomplished camera operator, editor and video producer who can effectively and patiently communicate the production process to non-technical individuals.
- Able to take a project from conception through development including script writing, production and post-production.
- Highly experienced online video distribution manager with a proven track record of developing online video distribution strategies for corporate communications, project distribution, email campaigns and social media initiatives.
- Skilled video distribution manager with over 5 years experience implementing online video distribution strategies, advance BEML user and player creator in Brightcove, Wistia and other platforms.
- Experienced manager of freelance and full time staff.
- Managed the development, research and installation of two production studios, 3 edit suites and was part of the HQ1 renewal team for the IMF HQ1 building overhaul including 23 broadcast capable event facilities and the development of a Central Operation facility including the creation of the project budget, equipment selection and installation.
- Skilled camera operator and lighting technician with extensive experience both in studio and on-location; proficient with DSLR, broadcast and in-studio cameras.
Work Experience:
Discovery Communications
Mediaflex Cloud Play-out Engineer 2017 - Present
Key responsibilities include the development and management of end-to-end digital content ingest activities to ensure media asset file elements are received, assembled, and submitted for processing to meet customer deadlines in support of Discovery Communication’s growing multi-screen Video-On-Demand content library and cloud playout systems.
Responsibilities include:
- Media Asset Management (MAM) System Post Production Interface and Workflow:
- MAM System Post Media File Processing:
- MAM System Training and Procedural Documentation:
- MAM System Testing:
Freelance Video Producer and Editor
Video Producer and Editor 2016 – Present
As a freelance video producer and editor, I have had the opportunity to work with a variety of clients to help develop, script, storyboard, shoot, edit and distribute video content and projects ranging in scope from video advertisements on YouTube to long form video sales products to online learning modules. Clients include: Investing Daily, Robert Levin Productions, Dig In, LLC and others.
Responsibilities include:
- Writing project proposals and developing budgets to meet client need.
- Coordinating with client stakeholders to help determine project needs and intent.
- Working with clients to develop a script and storyboard to meet their vision and goals.
- Shooting video on location or in studio depending on the needs of a project.
- Hiring and managing freelance staff to meet the needs of a project.
- Editing video content to tell a compelling story.
- Creating graphics and animations to help highlight and explain complex material.
- Export and delivery of final video content to meet the needs of the client and their desired distribution method.
The Motley Fool
Senior Manager of Video Production 2014 – 2016
As the Senior Manager of Video Production, I worked closely with other team members to conceptualize, produce, shoot, edit, and deliver video assets with high visual impact for the purposes of marketing and promotional use in an effort to further the Motley Fool brand. My responsibilities included; seeing all productions through from beginning to end while working with copy writers, legal, the production/ post production team and finally the distribution team to ensure each step of the process ran smoothly and deadlines were met. Duties included: hiring of staff, daily management of team members, project development, organizing various aspects of a production, script writing/ storyboarding, pre and post production, graphics and video editing.
Responsibilities include:
- Partner with various departments within the Motley Fool to ideate new video strategies and develop new opportunities
- Responsible for the overall quality control of video productions
- Supervises the creation of video content from beginning to end working with copy writers, legal, the production/ post production team and finally the distribution team to ensure each step of the process runs smoothly and deadlines are met.
- Work with copy writers to review submitted scripts assessing ideas and concepts giving input on the finalization of content
- Write scripts and create storyboards based on client requests or concepts
- Develop creative approach with other team members on the execution of shoots and post production
- Organize shooting schedules and post-production schedules to ensure deadlines are met
- Hire and manage creative team
- Present and articulate video concepts to the team
- Create and edit motion graphics and title creation
- Edit Video and audio content with a visual eye for composition, color theory and understanding of light and story telling
International Monetary Fund
Central Operations Producer 2012 – 2014
Plan, direct, coordinate, and manage operational activities across multiple work groups for the effective delivery of IMF webcasts. Ensure the delivery of exceptional broadcast and webcast presentation technology services to a sophisticated clientele in a fast-paced, rapidly changing international business environment, with emphasis on client and consumer satisfaction. The scope of webcast operations consists of the professional application, maintenance, and recommendations for all webcast: processes, equipment, and technologies including, but not limited to, simultaneous interpretation systems; multi-format video acquisition; sound reinforcement; audio and video recording/playback; AV routing/switching systems; webcasting/encoding media files; video editing and post-production and live and pre-recorded broadcast quality video production for in-house and special events.
Responsibilities include:
- Acts as the main client point of contact for all webcast activities provided by the Technology and General Services department. Engages and corresponds directly with clients to define their overall and specific webcast requirements.
- Coordinates the activities of staff from various work units including: Multimedia Services, Events Management, Information Technology and any and all necessary departments to ensure client expectations are met and webcast are successfully delivered.
- Manages and coordinates all webcast operational activities including: submission review; scheduling; database entry; creative and production consulting; audio and video quality control; metadata accuracy; presentation quality and experience; on-demand library management; and equipment-related issues.
- Develops, proposes, and implements an annual administrative and equipment budget for webcast/ video production equipment and systems.
- Develop, implement, and document streamlined processes and systems, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and a quality assurance program for the improvement of webcast/ video production functions as a whole.
- Improve the quality of audio and video signals to increase production value, including optimizing lighting, camera set-up, and microphone placement.
- Implemented a customer feedback process to determine success rate of webcast operations, and provide recommendations for improving workflow processes and on-demand archive access.
- Captures, analyzes, and maintains webcast analytics to improve viewership and out-reach results.
- Initiates and oversees programs for replacing faulty, outdated, or obsolete equipment, and provides guidelines for obtaining appropriate inventory to meet projected demand. Coordinates with other IMF departments in jointly developed webcast applications.
- Operating camera, lighting and audio equipment both in studio and on location.
- Working with on camera talent during shoots.
- Editing video projects and programs.
Medco Health Solutions, Inc
Manager of Creative Service 2008 – 2012
Responsible for the development, planning and execution of video initiatives and programs which help support and build the Medco brand to B2B and B2C audiences by supporting the communication and marketing needs of the corporation, customer groups and product groups across Medco and it subsidiaries. Play a lead role in the production, editing and creation of video graphics and video animation for multiple video content types including live broadcasts via the Medco Broadcast Center as well as web events and highly polished programming for use on Medco.com, client websites, and other corporate website properties.
Responsibilities include:
- Editing, designing and distributing high-quality video and program content to internal and external Medco audiences.
- Operating camera, lighting and audio equipment both in studio and on location.
- Managing and producing live video streaming events.
- Working with on camera talent during shoots.
- Editing video projects and programs.
- Creating high end graphics and animations for video projects.
- Managing the online video distribution systems for Medco and its’ subsidiaries.
- Maintaining and managing the online reporting statistics and databases to track online video usage across the organization and campaigns.
- Working with internal and external clients to develop an online video action plan based on individual project needs and manage those projects from beginning to end.
- Managing the social media presence for online video in collaboration with the Medco Social Media Team.
- Managing the post production facilities of the Medco Broadcast Center including edit bays, shared storage systems and operational SOPs to ensure all equipment is operating at full potential.
- Researching and submitting requests for software and equipment upgrades that will enhance and improve the production and post production workflows of the studio.
- Re-designed and upgraded the 3 station edit suite to improve production workflows and processes including the upgrading of the edit systems to Avid Media Composer Nitris DX systems switching from a PC based platform to Mac, installed and integrated a shared edit system to allow all three edit stations the ability to work on the same projects across systems with the safety of a RAID backup system, updated all systems to full HD production systems with P2 technologies. Responsible for the creation of the project budget, the research and quoting of all equipment and managed all equipment installation and implementation.
- Lead technician responsible for the upkeep, maintenance and trouble shooting of three Avid edit stations, the shared edit network EditShare and all studio equipment.
- Managing both freelance and full time staff in all aspects of the production process.
ACORD Corp.
Multimedia Producer 2005 - 2008
Multimedia Producer responsible for the design and creation of the ACORD video capabilities from the ground up: built a three camera, multi-use studio and three bay edit suite from design, budget creation, equipment selection and installation. Lead editor, producer, graphic artist, animation creator and online video distribution manager.
Responsibilities included:
- Produced video and audio programming from the planning stage through final production including; concept development, script writing, video and audio recording, editing, and encoding final output.
- Worked with the company CEO, Program Managers, and the communications department to develop and produce online education videos and meeting presentations.
- Produced interview segments to capture valuable messages from key staff and industry spokespeople for marketing/ promotional videos and public awareness/ advocacy.
- Researched and purchased the equipment necessary to produce, edit, and stream video and audio productions for use on the web, on DVDs/ CDs and PowerPoint presentations and to keep current with technology advances.
- Transformed an unused training room into a fully functioning 3 camera high end video studio complete with a full lighting grid and lighting automation, control room and 3 zone set design to accommodate different programs.
- Designed and built a three station Avid editing/ After Effects suite and full video production studio.
- Traveled to London, Las Vegas, Texas, Florida and other locations to record and produce on location video and audio productions.
- Worked with non-technical company counter parts to determine their production needs and to help them understand the production process.
- Managed both freelance and full time staff in all aspects of the production process.
PSI Multimedia, Inc.
Video Department Manager/ Video Editor 1999 – 2005
As Video Department Manager I was tasked with the development and implementation of a multi station Avid editing/ After Effects editing suite to meet the growing demands of PSI’s clients.
Responsibilities included:
- Working with clients to determine their production needs and to develop video and audio content to meet those needs.
- Working with predominantly non-technical people and guiding them through the production process.
- Producing and editing projects with Avid Media Composer, After Effects, Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Encoding final edited productions for use on the web, on CDs, DVDs, and in PowerPoint presentations.
- Researching and purchasing the audio and video hardware and software to meet client and company needs.
- Managed the full overhaul of the video production area to include a high end Avid edit suite, Sonic DVD Producer system and the upgrading of the studio head end to a Crestron controlled system from an old patch-bay system.
- Managing two shifts of 9 employees.
- Managerial responsibilities included; the hiring and managing of staff, training new hires and the development of strategies to meet client needs and deadlines.
- Maintaining and repairing of all video equipment including; 310 real time VHS machines, Beta SP, D2, 1”, DVC Pro, DV Cam, mini DV and 5 high speed sprint machines.
- Maintenance and trouble shooting of editing equipment and computers.
Dig It Audio, Inc.
Studio Manager/ Production Coordinator 1997 – 1999
- Managed a 5 room audio recording and ProTools post production editing studio.
- Responsibilities included; in house project management, the hiring and managing of freelance staff, project planning, proposal writing and studio budget creation and tracking.
- Maintained all equipment as well as an extensive music and sound effects library.
John Snyder Productions
Production Coordinator/ Office Manager 1995 – 1997
- Coordinated the booking and contracting of all musicians, and studio facilities.
- Made travel arrangements for the producer and all musicians, arranged equipment rentals, and the other resources needed for music album production.
- Maintained the company’s daily operations including; accounts receivable and payable, the tracking of royalty payments, and secured copyrights for recorded materials.
The Exchange, Cablevision Channel 12
Production Intern 1994 – 1995
- Produced daily cooking and community interest segments.
- Duties included; minor linear editing, MOS productions, guest bookings, master dubbing, and minor camera work.
Off the Wall Astrology, Cablevision Channel 12
Freelance Tape Op/ Camera Operator 1994 – 1995
- In charge of pre-producing bump and pad pages, rolling commercials, and camera work.
Public Access, WTAC Connecticut
Production Audio/ Camera Operator/ Floor Manager 1993 – 1994
- Volunteered for WTAC public access as a camera operator, audio technician, and floor manager.
Education:
Fairfield University, Fairfield, CT, BA in Communications (video production track) with a minor in music. Graduated May 1996.