WILLIAM TALLMAN

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WILLIAM TALLMAN

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RESUME

WORK EXPERIENCE

WJLA-TV - The National Desk | Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc., Arlington VA

Video Editor

March 2023 - Present


  • Editing and coordinating video news coverage assets, topicals, headlines, daily cold opens, show highlight segments, multi-weather region promo hits, and 30-minute FAST channel programming using prestigious Avid software for Sinclair Broadcast Group's Emmy-winning nationally broadcasted morning newscast.



DCW50-TV, DC News Now | Nexstar Media Group, Inc., Washington DC

News Videographer / Editor

December 2021 - March 2023


  • Helped launch Nexstar's WDVM and WDCW duopoly as an entirely new and expanded news network for the #8 US market in the summer of 2022. 
  • Collaborated with anchors, reporters, producers and directors across four different bureaus on obtaining photos, video and soundbites for news stories across the DMV. 
  • Edited SOTs, voice-overs, teases, cold opens and specialty packages for the morning and noon shows.
  • Ensured proper execution of live shots via LiveU, TVU and microwave/satellite truck system operation.
  • Wrote, shot, edited and web-posted assigned content for our newscasts.
  • Coordinated with executive producer and assignment desk on story logistics and shot requirements.
  • Modified, uploaded and approved packages from both in-house and remote multi-media journalists.



WDVM-TV 25 | Nexstar Media Group, Inc., Hagerstown MD

Production Assistant

March 2021 - December 2021


  • Ran, tested, cleaned, repaired and maintained use of studio cameras, audio board, teleprompter and character graphics generator for live news, sports, traffic and weather TV broadcasts in a fast-paced, time-sensitive control room setting for what was originally Nexstar's Hagerstown MD station before rebranding into "DC News Now" in the summer of 2022.
  • Previewed rundowns and scripts provided by producers to create templates and effects required for each show block.
  • Communicated clear visual and vocal cues, time hit changes, and critical turn-arounds from director for on-air talent.
  • Assembling, changing and returning all necessary equipment for the set and crew when needed.



Rockville 11 | The City of Rockville Government, Rockville MD

Production Assistant

October 2020 - May 2022


  • Independently gathered, edited and finalized footage, audio and graphics for PSA video packages designed for cable television broadcast and YouTube channel viewing.
  • Set up, controlled and broke down advanced camera technology for tapings of mayor addresses and city council meetings in a professionally run studio environment.
  • Effectively and carefully delivered all assignments and projects under demanding deadlines with limited time for completion.



Frederick Keys Stadium, Frederick MD

Camera Operator

Summer 2019


  • Captured shots highlighting minor league baseball games, interactive crowd competitions, and pre-game ceremonies for live and stored video.



Savannah Film Studios, Savannah GA

Inventory Specialist

September 2016 - August 2018


  • Prepared and inspected professional camera, lighting and sound kits for the SCAD Film & Television program.
  • Manually input and reviewed all information received for reservations.
  • Advised patrons on equipment regulations, checkout procedures, and pickup/return scheduling times.
  • Reported of any missing or damaged components, or late returns.



The City of Frederick's Channel 99, Frederick MD

Audio/Visual Department Intern / Volunteer

May 2015 - March 2016


  • Assisted with recording county executive board meetings, as well as filming, editing and publishing business interviews, promotional materials, advertisements and recaps for city hosted events and services.

SOFTWARES | Applied Knowledge In:

Avid Media Composer (Certification in v. 8.6)

Adobe Premiere Pro

After Effects

DaVinci Resolve

Pro Tools

iNews

ENPS

BitCentral

XPression Studio

Final Cut Pro X

Photoshop

Illustrator

Audition

InDesign

Movie Magic Scheduling

Microsoft Office

HandBrake

Mac OS X & Windows

CAMERAS

Sony FS7, A7S Mark II

Ursa Mini Pro 4K

JVC HZ-FMI3U, GY-850U Pro

Black Magic Cinema Pocket

Panasonic AG-AC30

Canon C300 & H-DSLR (5D, 6D & 7D)


EDUCATION

SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN, Class of 2018

Magna Cum Laude

Dean's List

Honor Society Membership Award


FREDERICK COMMUNITY COLLEGE, August 2013 - December 2015

Associate's Degree in Digital Media Design

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