Resume

PROFILE

Richard Sambells is a creative individual with a passion in film/video creation with over 15 years of related experience. Writing of feature-length film scripts, graduating from the Vancouver Film School, production and editing has allowed Richard to appreciate all aspects of the visual spectrum. With an ability to visualize ‘frame-by-frame’ development of the visual arts Richard has been able to apply this skill to include commercial messages, sports events and employee safety/instructor videos.  As a contractor, he has proven to be a valuable addition to corporate teams, meeting very short schedules with quality product. Richard is a creative, well-organised individual with excellent time management skills and applies initiative to achieve high personal standards. He is enthusiastic, approachable and possesses a very positive attitude with a mixture of humour, generating easy interaction within all teams. Richard has a strong ability to understand the ‘full picture’ and condense the visual information to the efficient conveyance of the key message, whatever it may be.

To provide video production services to a variety of corporate clients utilizing unique skills and allowing creative and ‘frame-by-frame’ appreciation of the details to capture the imagination and interest of the customer.

EMPLOYMENT

RCMS Productions, Editor/Producer, 2004 – Present

  • Edited Video slideshow for Children of Mother Earth Orphanage in India to bring awareness to the positive influence it has had in shaping the live of youth through education and leadership.
  • Shot, Directed and Edited Documentary ‘Sapper Sambells’ following a family’s journey into the Canadian wilderness to pay tribute to their relative who gave his life in WWII
  • Offline edits of Panago Pizza commercials for Mercer Creative Group.
  • Produced and directed a dramatic example of the effects of impaired driving made for Mothers Against Drunk Driving
  • Edited several documentaries for Journeyman Film Company about LNG Canada’s proposed Liquid Natural Gas site in Kitimat, BC and its impact on the environment and people.
  • Offline editor for Big Bad Boo’s animated series for children.

On Contract through – RCMS Productions

WorkSafeBC, A/V Department – Video Editor, May 2008 – Present                                                                                                                                                                                                        

Responsible for editing a variety of productions from interviews to short dramatic events as well as undertaking various production activities and including the role as assistant director.                                                                                    

  • Editing video projects with WorkSafeBC messaging using Final Cut Studio.
  • Creating motion graphics and templates for title screen, low thirds and info graphics.
  • Dealing with client needs and request as they arise often with short deadlines.
  • Importing, transcoding and outputting different video formats per client request ensuring proper function regardless of computer platform.
  • DVD disc authoring for clients including title and menu pages.
  • Working closely with producers and clients in creating dramatic and documentary videos while maintaining the WorkSafeBC brand and messaging.
  • Working as assistant director on dramatic video productions, coordinating with different departments to complete projects on time.
  • Creating maps and call sheets for cast and crew members.

TELUS Studios, Video Editor / Producer, May 2006-2014                                                                                                     

Responsible for a variety of editing functions and activities for various departments across Canada and attending major sales conferences to edit video products with extremely short deadlines.

  • Editing various video projects for different departments across the country.
  • Dealing with multiple formats of audio and video, transferring into media management system and inputting corresponding data of shot description, interview topics and questions answered.
  • Creating motion graphics and templates for title screens, low thirds and info graphics.
  • Responding to requests for current and legacy video projects.
  • Producing videos for TELUS departments often requiring travel to other cities and provinces.
  • Onsite editing during sales conferences and annual general meetings often with strict deadlines and large audiences.
  • Editing weekly content for broadcast through TELUS TV Community Programming keeping in line with the standards set by the CRTC.

EDUCATION

Vancouver Film School – Film Production Diploma, 2004 – Specializing in Film Production Program, Producing and Post production

Mount Royal College, Calgary Alberta, General Studies Diploma, 2000 – 2002, Film studies, Narrative Storytelling, Sociology, Physical Education

TRAININGS and SKILLS

  • Trained in specific Video Production and Post Production fields, such as: Writing, editing, directing, and producing.
  • Proficient with Final Cut Pro 7, Final Cut Pro X, Motion, DVD Studio Pro, Compressor, Premiere

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

  • 2009 Telly Award – TELUS TV CRTC Video – Non-Broadcast Production Government Relations
  • 2009 Telly Award – Campus Recruitment TELUS Confidential – Internet/Online Programs
  • 2009 Telly Award – TELUS Green Solutions for Government – Online video Eco-Friendly
  • 2009 Telly Award – TELUS International Marketing Video – Direct Marketing
  • 2008 Telly Award – Mike Video – Editing
  • 2010 Telly Award – Upopolis Video – Employee Communications
  • 2010 Telly Award – TELUS Canada’s Top 100 Employers 2010 – Corporate Image
  • 2011 Stevie Award – TELUS Day of Service Manila – Best internal/Employed Communications video.
  • 2013 Hermes Creative Awards – Gold winner – TELUS Community Affairs TV Spot ‘Volunteer’