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Career Profile

From iTunes metadata packaging and digital delivery to file compression and transcoding, I have 15 years of experience working in post production. I’m familiar with software such as Oxygen XML Editor, Apple Transporter, Adobe Media Encoder, Aspera faspex, and Signiant's Media Exchange. Having worked for both small companies and large corporations, I have a wide array of skills and tons of experience with movie and video game trailers. I'm expanding my knowledge by creating a variety of packages designed specifically for the iTunes store. I understand that paying meticulous attention to detail is crucial and I’m comfortable working in fast-paced environments with high-end clients.

Professional Experience

Walt Disney Television

Walt Disney Television

Disney logo

Burbank, CA

Distribution Ops Manager VOD

Jan 2020 - Present

Distribution Ops Manager VOD

I handle duties for the Disney Channel, distributing the network's content to various partners. Similar to what I did as an iTunes Packager, I make sure Disney Channel packages are properly created and delivered in a timely manner. I stay on top of the monthly schedule so that new episodes are sent out on time and library titles are accurately updated.

I really enjoy being able to take care of the Disney Channel in this way. It's a lot of responsibility, but it's also a ton of fun! I take lots of pride in the work and I'm truly thankful for the opportunity.

Deluxe Media

Burbank, CA

Post Production

iTunes Metadata Packaging

Delivery Operator

May 2017 - Jan 2020

iTunes Metadata Packager

I Started as a package QC operator and quickly advanced to the lead packager on the night shift. I was responsible for ensuring packages were properly created and delivered in a timely manner. Here's what my duties include were:

  • Creation and verification of XML documents for multiple vendors on a per order basis.

  • Packaging of metadata, artwork and physical elements per unique vendor specifications.

  • Operation of computer systems (Mac and PC) with various operational tools and data management software.

  • Analyze and communicate information to resolve issues and concerns as they arise.

  • Maintain a positive team relationship through both written and verbal communication, as well as accurately fulfilling needs and resolving problems accurately, on time, with high quality.

  • Engage in on-going training programs as necessary, including in some cases conducting the training.

The great thing about this job was learning how to work with metadata in the form of XML documents and executing tasks with Terminal scripts. It gave me an introduction into markup languages and piqued my interest in learning HTML, CSS and even a programming language. I'm currently teaching myself Python!

Vault Specialist - Apr 2016 - May 2017

I worked in the vault at Deluxe prior to advancing to the iTunes Packager position. While there, I logged the metadata of incoming assets into the Deluxe inventory system and ensured all physical media was stored securely in the vault when not in production. I also burned DVDs and BDRs for clients and Blu-ray authors who needed them for their projects.

Hammer Creative

Los Angeles, CA

Film and Video Game Advertising

Encoding / Digital Delivery Technician and Editors’ Assistant

Aug 2004 - Nov 2015

Encoding / Digital Delivery Technician and Editors’ Assistant

This is where I got my start. I was here for 11 years and went from being a runner to becoming an assistant editor and encoding / transcoding tech with lots of other jobs in between. I gained a lot of experience that helped pave the direction I'd later take in my career. It could be a challenge, prepping video game footage for editors and then crunching final deliverable files based on the clients needs. You could always find me runnning from system to system and room to room, crunching files on a variety of software all at once. It was a delicate balance that I enjoyed creating. My duties included the following:

  • Preparing files for editors and graphic designers.

  • Creating encoding profiles as per client delivery, editorial and transcribing specifications.

  • Developing workflows for file creation, choosing the appropriate software for each project.

  • Analyzing the quality of all incoming and outgoing files.

  • Managing media on SANmp / EVO media servers, FTP and in-house servers.

  • Gaining experience with major formats such as ProRes, XDCAM, MPEG-2, H.264, WMV etc.

Technical Skills:

  • Oxygen XML Editor

  • Terminal

  • File to file transcoding

  • Tape to file encoding

  • Apple Compressor

  • Adobe Media Encoder

  • QuickTime Pro

  • Adobe Media Encoder

  • TMPGEnc 4.0 Xpress

  • Aspera faspex

  • Signiant's Media Exchange

  • EVO and SANmp (Studio Network Solutions)

  • Adobe Photoshop

  • Adobe Lightroom

  • Final Cut Pro 7

  • Microsoft Word

  • Microsoft Excel

  • Mac and Windows experience

  • HTML5 (Working Knowledge)

  • CSS3 (Working Knowledge)

Personal Skills:

  • Efficient

  • Detail-Oriented

  • Strong Multi-Tasking Ability

  • Committed To Perfection

  • Works Well Independently Or Within A Team

  • Adaptable to changing environments

  • Strong Photography Skills

  • Italian (Language - A1 Beginner level)