Gerald Palmer Jr. a.k.a "G"

Video Production Specialist at Flow Video
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Detroit, Michigan, United States, US

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Experience

    • United States
    • Media Production
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Video Production Specialist
      • Aug 2023 - Present

      * Worked as a camera operator utilizing the Panasonic AG-CX350 for live events for new & existing clients. * Worked closely with director utilizing the Hollyland Solidcom C1 Wireless Headset Intercom to determine live camera movements & settings. *Maintained and tested Panasonic AG-CX350 to ensure efficiency and accurate operations before each live stream. * Worked as a camera operator utilizing the Panasonic AG-CX350 for live events for new & existing clients. * Worked closely with director utilizing the Hollyland Solidcom C1 Wireless Headset Intercom to determine live camera movements & settings. *Maintained and tested Panasonic AG-CX350 to ensure efficiency and accurate operations before each live stream.

    • Founder & Chief Executive Officer/Volunteer
      • Sep 2011 - Present

      * Mission Statement: 1 Voice Can Help (a public 501(c)(3) non-profit organization) raises funds and awareness for charities in need through the power of music. Our charitable activities contribute to various communities and causes with funds raised through an annual charity concert featuring undiscovered unsigned recording artists, original music and live entertainment. 100% of proceeds (net ticket sales and donations) supports charities in the state of Michigan and around the world. * Mission Statement: 1 Voice Can Help (a public 501(c)(3) non-profit organization) raises funds and awareness for charities in need through the power of music. Our charitable activities contribute to various communities and causes with funds raised through an annual charity concert featuring undiscovered unsigned recording artists, original music and live entertainment. 100% of proceeds (net ticket sales and donations) supports charities in the state of Michigan and around the world.

    • United States
    • Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Sales & Technology Expert
      • Jul 2022 - Jul 2023

      * Lead sales associate for iPhone's, iPad's MacBook's & accessories. * Advisor to customer for product coaching and diagnostic needs. * Lead sales associate for iPhone's, iPad's MacBook's & accessories. * Advisor to customer for product coaching and diagnostic needs.

    • United States
    • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Stage Manager (Engineering & Operations)
      • Nov 2021 - Mar 2023

      * Shifts: 4:00am - 1:30pm & 3:00pm - 12:00am * Operated various broadcast equipment during live and taped productions. * Acted as stage manager during live and taped productions. * Assisted studio maintenance (cleaning, organization, etc). * Provided assistance with production grip on live and tape productions under the direction of the Director or Production Manager. * Provided assistance with newscast production (overview of news scripts for any technical or grammar errors). * Proficient knowledge/awareness of television station production operation equipment. * Provided teleprompter operations for taped and or live shows (4am, 5am, 6am, 7am & 8am and or 4pm, 5pm, 6pm, 7pm, 10pm & 11pm). * Worked open and or flexible morning/evening shifts (During the week/weekends). * Provided assistance to on-air talent/anchors during live interviews (E.g: food tastings/advertisements, non-profit/fundraiser events, product placement or local business exposure). * Worked closely with top Detroit news anchors (Carolyn Clifford, Glenda Lewis, Dave Lewallen, Brad Galli, Jenna Troutman, Keenan Smith, Alicia Smith, Allie Hoxie & Brian Abel) & meteorologists (Mike Taylor, Kevin Jeans, Dave Rexroth & Hally Vogel) during live shows providing assistance with scripts management, general needs and or requests, microphone assistance, breaking news alerts, any script changes and or spoken direction from show director/master control to rely important messages on and or off-air. Show less

    • Video Production Specialist
      • Jun 2022 - Nov 2022

      * Team leader over video production operations providing aid to the social media account for the campaign. * Captured footage of campaign events, social gatherings and celebration parties. * Worked closely with staff members to strategize key digital content to mobilizing voters within the 12th District of Michigan. * Produced original content captured during the election campaign utilizing Adobe Creative Cloud during post-production. * Meet key video production deadlines during the campaign to promote Rashida Tlaib for Congress. * Manage video production operational cost associated with on-site shoots, equipment needs and or any municipal city permits requirements. Show less

    • United States
    • Political Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Video Producer (Content Manager)
      • Jan 2022 - Jun 2022

      * Oversaw video creation content and overall marketing process for NDTC promotional videos. * Created/edited videos utilizing Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe After Effects. * Brainstormed social media ideas all while storyboarding video production concepts to train and or support democratic candidates. * Provided staff trainings to ensure optimal framing and video recording for archival and external use. * Oversaw social media analytics and or video trends across social platforms. * Brainstorming original marketing ideas to support the NDTC YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok pages. Show less

    • United States
    • Government Administration
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Video Production Assistant
      • Sep 2021 - Feb 2022

      * Under the direction of the mayor’s office (Bryan K. Barnett), Rochester Hills Television (City Hall: Media Department) provides video production services to municipality departments with visual & graphic design needs, supports city council meetings through live broadcasts, hosts & operates outdoor festivals/special events through team management and preparation all while advancing community driven initiatives to grow and sustain the mission statement for residents within the city of Rochester Hills. * Utilized video production skills in a fast-paced environment to aid and or support the City of Rochester Hills. * Created a variety of communication elements for the City of Rochester Hills utilizing the Adobe Creative Cloud software. * Shoot raw footage for special city community events and or private municipality functions. * Produced video projects for local city cable channel, content creation for website, meeting presentations and social media page. Show less

    • Technology, Information and Internet
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Delivery Driver
      • Jan 2021 - Dec 2021

      * Delivery Driver: Customer Service, Restaurant Interaction & Food Delivery. * Delivery Driver: Customer Service, Restaurant Interaction & Food Delivery.

    • United States
    • Internet Marketplace Platforms
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Uber Partner
      • Feb 2018 - Dec 2020

      * Ridesharing services: Pick up & drop off customers to destination, job or home. * Ridesharing services: Pick up & drop off customers to destination, job or home.

    • Government Administration
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Recruiter (Oakland County, Michigan)
      • Dec 2019 - Nov 2020

      * Contacted representatives from community-based organizations to request assistance with promoting census employment opportunities. * Requested the local organizations provide access to computers and internet services for applications to apply for census jobs. * Requested that local organizations donate space for census training sessions (ensured locations meet specific requirements). * Conducted activities to recruit local residents, including attending local events to distribute job information and talk to attendees, hung posters, and attended job fairs. * Executed the local recruiting plan, made recommendations on recruiting strategies, and reviewed reports to determine progress towards recruiting goals. * Used an electronic tablet to review recruiting reports and maps, use private government email to communicate with office staff and organizations that provide potential recruiting sources. * Worked closely with the city of Rochester Hills (Mayor Bryan Barnett’s office) for city clerk approval for all recruiters in Oakland County, MI to freely/safely network with Rochester residents (within private subdivisions & local brick & mortar businesses) to conduct the follow-up of completing the 2020 Census prior to deadline. * Prepare and gave presentations. * Passed federal government background check. Show less

    • United States
    • Religious Institutions
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Video Switcher & Camera Operator
      • Oct 2017 - Jan 2020

      * Operated JVC 850 & JVC 600 styles cameras as a camera operator. * Successfully lead video production team as lead video switcher operator for multi-camera (live stream/virtual) ministry broadcasts (internet). * Mastered the Livestream Studio Surface Core, Studio Surface Pro & Livestream Studio 6 (software program) for live church services, concerts (live/virtual) and Christmas programs. * Operated JVC 850 & JVC 600 styles cameras as a camera operator. * Successfully lead video production team as lead video switcher operator for multi-camera (live stream/virtual) ministry broadcasts (internet). * Mastered the Livestream Studio Surface Core, Studio Surface Pro & Livestream Studio 6 (software program) for live church services, concerts (live/virtual) and Christmas programs.

    • Music
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Audio Technician
      • Jan 2018 - May 2019

      * Operated as audio assistant for in-studio shows/sessions. * Set-up/break down of studio equipment for pre-booked recording sessions. * Assisted with weekly in-house podcast show Detroit Life as camera operator, advisor to head sound engineer (GM) while aiding to show hosts for behind-the-scene production operations. * Provided catering (pick-up/drop off orders) & decoration for private in-studio parties. * Moved equipment (load and unload) inside/out of studio and or in vehicle. Show less

    • United States
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Camera Operator & Production Assistant
      • Apr 2018 - Sep 2018

      * Operated JVC 850 & JVC 600 styles cameras as a camera operator for multi-camera TV broadcasts during summer concert series, (Dragon on the Lake), in-studio news broadcasting & select local municipality film projects. * Worked closely with city council members, city staff and or elected official in providing broadcast/film services for community needs. * Conducted/set up interviews utilizing three-point lighting techniques, Canon C100/C200 and or Canon 5D Mark IV cameras with lavalier/boom microphones for television station content. * Operated the mobile/in-studio Tricaster TCL and or TriCaster mini HD-41 as lead video switcher for multi-camera TV broadcasts during summer concert series (Dragon on the Lake), in-studio news broadcasting & local municipality film projects. * Performed post-production editing (Adobe Premiere Pro) for summer concert series shows, (Dragon on the Lake), in-studio news broadcasting & local municipality film projects. * Utilized strong written, oral and visual communication skills to sustain and or build on relationships with members of the Lake Orion community for public benefit. * Physically moved equipment throughout television station. * Loaded & unloaded broadcast studio van to prepare/tear-down (before & after) concerts and shows. Show less

    • United States
    • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Executive Producer - Podcaster (MusicTown Detroit)
      • May 2018 - Aug 2018

      * Produced original podcast show (The Unspoken Truth) with MusicTown Detroit as solo host. * Played/arranged music set list & original content prior to show. * Utilized personal camera equipment (Canon EOS Rebel T5) to record shows. * Produced original podcast show (The Unspoken Truth) with MusicTown Detroit as solo host. * Played/arranged music set list & original content prior to show. * Utilized personal camera equipment (Canon EOS Rebel T5) to record shows.

    • Entertainment Providers
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Usher
      • Feb 2016 - Oct 2017

      * Cleaned/sanitized movie theaters. * Operated ticket booth. * Cashier at concession stand. * Lead cook for most/all shifts. * Assisted GM with closing movie theater at end of day. * Lifted boxes over fifty pounds. * Cleaned/sanitized movie theaters. * Operated ticket booth. * Cashier at concession stand. * Lead cook for most/all shifts. * Assisted GM with closing movie theater at end of day. * Lifted boxes over fifty pounds.

    • United States
    • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Associate Producer
      • Aug 2016 - Jan 2017

      * Produced original segments that focused on trending topics within the metro Detroit community. (MetroArts Season 6). * Booked guests for a sit down interviews, product placement/special events and or assisted with musical act selections (rock/jazz bands, rappers, pop artists, ballet dancers etc). * Provided assistance with creating, writing and or editing scrips for host. * Teleprompter operations for pre-recorded shows. * Production assistant for studio set-up (lighting controls, camera operations and audio technician) & tear down. * Camera operations for pre-recorded shows. Show less

    • United States
    • Retail
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Front End Assistant/Warehouse Stocker
      • May 2016 - Jan 2017

      * Pushed grocery carts (rain or shine). * Provided customer service to Costco members with food items and electronics (storing inside vehicle). * Worked inside warehouse (stocking inventory). * Destroyed/recycled cardboard boxes. * Lifted boxes over fifty pounds. * Pushed grocery carts (rain or shine). * Provided customer service to Costco members with food items and electronics (storing inside vehicle). * Worked inside warehouse (stocking inventory). * Destroyed/recycled cardboard boxes. * Lifted boxes over fifty pounds.

    • United States
    • Retail Apparel and Fashion
    • 400 - 500 Employee
    • Lead Sales Associate
      • Feb 2016 - May 2016

      * Provided customer service to clients within the men’s clothing department. * Assisted GM with closing store at the end of day. * Lifted boxes over fifty pounds. * Folded & organized clothes. * Over the phone order processing/refunds. (High Call Volume) * Provided customer service to clients within the men’s clothing department. * Assisted GM with closing store at the end of day. * Lifted boxes over fifty pounds. * Folded & organized clothes. * Over the phone order processing/refunds. (High Call Volume)

    • United States
    • Restaurants
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Lead Cashier/Night Closure
      • Jul 2013 - Aug 2014

      * Lead cashier for most/all shifts. * Dishwasher. * Food Preparation & Delivery. * Assisted GM with closing restaurant at the end of day. * Lifted boxes over fifty pounds. * Closed restaurant down after nightly shifts. * Lead cashier for most/all shifts. * Dishwasher. * Food Preparation & Delivery. * Assisted GM with closing restaurant at the end of day. * Lifted boxes over fifty pounds. * Closed restaurant down after nightly shifts.

    • Retail
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Lead Sales Associate: Portable Cameras, Electronics & Car Audio
      • May 2012 - Apr 2014

      * Managed and sold car audio equipment. * Worked closely with Home Theater department to sell merchandise. * Worked closely with computer department/Geek Squad to sell protection plans. * Managed and sold portable electronics/cameras. * Lifted boxes over fifty pounds. * Over the phone order processing/refunds. (High Call Volume) * Managed and sold car audio equipment. * Worked closely with Home Theater department to sell merchandise. * Worked closely with computer department/Geek Squad to sell protection plans. * Managed and sold portable electronics/cameras. * Lifted boxes over fifty pounds. * Over the phone order processing/refunds. (High Call Volume)

Education

  • New York University
    Scholarship Recipient: TISCH School of the Arts: Online Certificate Program
  • Wayne State University
    Bachelor of Arts - BA, Media Arts & Studies (Film/Cinematography & Video Production)
  • Wayne State University
    Bachelor of Arts - BA, Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • Macomb Community College
    Associate's degree, General Studies

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