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Rob Lautensack is a seasoned video editor with extensive experience in the broadcasting industry. Based in Plainville, Connecticut, he has honed his skills in editing, video production, and time management. With a strong educational background in Television, Radio and Film from Syracuse University, he has developed expertise in video editing software such as Avid, Final Cut Pro X, and Edius. Throughout his career, he has worked with prominent companies like ESPN, FOX 61 News, and Sungevity, showcasing his versatility and adaptability. His proficiency in multiple languages and skills in advertising, sports, and social networking have enabled him to excel in various roles, from video editor to production assistant.

Experience

  • WFMY News 2
    • Greensboro, NC
    • Video Editor/Receive Operator
      • Jan 2022 - Present
      • Greensboro, NC

      Edit videos including voice overs, SOTs, and packages with Edius that enhance the storytelling of WFMY’s afternoon and evening newscasts• Regularly multitask among different video timelines• Work at an extremely rapid pace to meet deadlines while ensuring a high standard of quality• Stream show highlights for the station’s website that guarantee viewers see content on multiple platforms• Perform microphone checks when directors and producers are unable to• Study for the FAA’s Part 107 drone pilot test

  • FOX 61 News
    • Hartford, Connecticut Area
    • Video Editor
      • Jan 2016 - Nov 2022
      • Hartford, Connecticut Area

      FOX 61, Tegna, Hartford, CT 2016 – presentVideo EditorEdit videos including voice overs, SOTs, and packages with Edius and Final Cut Pro X that add flavor to the station’s 7-hour morning show• Regularly multitask among different video timelines• Work at an extremely rapid pace to meet deadlines while ensuring a high standard of quality• Edit promotional videos and send them to clients which increase the profile of the station• Shoot video in the field that airs during the live broadcast

  • Sungevity
    • Hartford, Connecticut Area
    • Solar Field Specialist
      • Jul 2015 - Nov 2015
      • Hartford, Connecticut Area

      Canvassed neighborhoods around Connecticut scheduling solar consultation appointments that led to increased sales in the area

    • United States
    • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • International and Deportes Promotions Production Assistant
      • May 2009 - Nov 2015

      Produced promotions and interstitials that aired globally while supporting nine producers in doing the same• Screened and edited footage from ESPN’s Quantel servers and distributed that footage to internal and external clients, meeting all deadlines• Searched on ESPN’s NCS database for tapes and brought the needed video to the right people on time • Pitched and produced original interstitials that aired around the world

    • Media Packaging Unit Temporary Production Assistant
      • May 2009 - Jul 2009

      Worked as a production assistant for the ESPY Awards• Scoured tapes for highlight footage that aired during the ESPY Awards show• Compiled clip reels of footage and sent them to various production companies• Edited an on-demand program using Quantel• On demand resource to clip off last minute obituary footage

  • Freelance
    • Bristol, CT
    • Producer / Editor / Production Assistant / 3Play Operator
      • Feb 2012 - Jun 2015
      • Bristol, CT

      Worked in various roles for One World Sports Media, Anderson Productions and Blink Productions • Pitched and produced interstitials that aired globally• Edited interstitials with Final Cut Pro that added entertainment and promotional value to ESPN programming• Made clip reels of requested footage and sent them to the correct people, meeting all deadlines• Created rollouts and highlights during live Brazilian soccer matches using NewTek 3Play that enhanced the quality of the production

    • Mail Clerk
      • Jul 2007 - Jan 2009

      Supervised distribution of incoming technology shipments and packages and maintained supplies of packing and shipping materials.

    • Intern
      • May 2006 - Aug 2006

      •Delivered relevant and time sensitive materials including tapes and video equipment to key facilities around city •Scoured tapes and made recommendations for the best shots to use in Nickelodeon’s ads and promos•Prepared written materials for departmental staff meetings•Brainstormed ideas for promos during writer’s meetings

    • Intern
      • May 2005 - Aug 2005

      • Delivered tapes and video equipment to key facilities around city • Made recommendations for the best shots to use in Nickelodeon’s ads and promos• Prepared written materials for departmental staff meetings and brainstormed promotional ideas during writer’s meetings

Education

  • 2003 - 2007
    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University
    Television, Radio and Film
  • 2003 - 2007
    Syracuse University
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Television, Radio and Film

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