John Fenton III

9888 E Vassar Dr Denver, CO 80231 (303) 519-4447 (c) jjfenton@cbs.com jfentonnn@gmail.com

Professional Experience:
KCNC-TV (CBS4) Denver, CO News Editor April 2011 - present Edit video aired on CBS4 news broadcasts, including VOs, SOTs, packages, graphics, and special projects Responsible for making editorial and journalistic decisions without direct supervision Experience working in a newsroom environment alongside producers, photographers, and editors on a daily basis to ensure quality and success of shows under rigorous deadlines in high-pressure situations Manage, organize, and archive station media in a wide variety of formats Own and operate video production start-up serving greater Denver area Consult with clients to deliver a variety of budget-minded video services, including corporate, web/TV commercials, PR/event coverage, weddings, and music videos Full service, on-location shoots using Sony-NEX fs100 camera Provide detail-oriented post production ranging from simple cuts to advanced motion graphics Built/maintain company website Demonstrated SR Memory/Workflow products at Sonys exhibit Selected as one of two student representatives from Colorado State University to work for Sony at the National Association of Broadcasters annual conference and exhibition Worked closely with investigative team to produce several packages aired on KMGH Logged and edited raw footage, and was responsible for elements of post-production in investigative packages Set up cameras, lights, microphones, etc. on site for interviews with state representatives and other persons of interest Participated in undercover camera shoots with investigative reporters and producers Actively contributed to newsroom/pitch meetings and producer review conferences Recorded newsworthy events throughout district using a variety of equipment Edited and produced multiple videos, broadcast locally and online Assisted producer in the studio during shows (camera operation, teleprompter, lights) Spearheaded the development of promotional video for Columbine Health Systems in Fort Collins, CO University Advancement Supervise over 50 student employees on a daily basis; coach them on effective communication and rapport building skills

Fentastic Media Denver, CO Owner/Videographer/Editor 2011 - present

Sony Corporation

Las Vegas, NV NAB Show Intern

April 2011 KMGH Channel 7 News Denver, CO Investigative Unit Investigative Intern May 2010 - August 2010

Channel 10 Poudre School District Fort Collins, CO Video Production Intern August 2009 Dec 2009

Colorado State University University Advancement Dept Supervisor August 2008 June 2011

Education

Colorado State University Class of 2011 Journalism and Technical Communication, emphasis in Television News and Video Communication Relevant coursework: Electronic Field Production, Advanced Video Editing, Advanced Television News Production, Advanced Electronic Media Production

Qualifications & Skills

8+ years of video editing experience: Final Cut Pro, Avid Microsoft Office, After Effects, Photoshop, DreamWeaver Social Networking; experienced in creating, maintaining, and advertising pages across all social platforms (Facebook, Twitter, G+, etc.) Thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment Organized, motivated, team-oriented, quick learner, excellent interpersonal and communication (oral/written/visual) skills