Director of Photography, Media Producer, Consultant at Filmosity Productions
Portland, Maine Area
- Current
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- Volunteer - Division of Interpretation at National Park Service - Ellis Island National Monument
- Director of Photography/Producer at Filmosity Productions
- Past
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- Lead Studio Tech/Director of Photography at AT&T Tech Channel
- Founder, President at New Jersey Podcasters Association
- Duplication Technician at ESPN
- Videographer/Editor at Aztec Video Productions
- Education
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- Marist College
- Sacred Heart High School
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Chris Cavallari’s Summary
Media Producer and Director of Photography in Portland, ME with 15 years experience in the broadcast television, video, and new media fields. Client list includes YES Network, ESPN, Verizon, News12 New Jersey, RNN, and AT&T.
Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills in studio design and construction, studio and field production, travel and technology videography, and new media initiatives. Contributing writer to Student Filmmakers magazine.
Social Media and New Media Specialist with proven networking and consultation skills. Ability to travel and work independently.
Chris Cavallari’s Specialties:
Lighting Cameraman, cinematography, video editing, new media (podcasting, vidcasting, blogging), hosting, graphic design, photography
Final Cut Studio, After Effects, Photoshop, Audition, Premiere Pro, Avid Express DV
Chris Cavallari’s Experience
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Volunteer - Division of Interpretation
National Park Service - Ellis Island National Monument
(Government Relations industry)
October 2008 — Present (10 months)
As a volunteer at Ellis Island, I perform informational and interpretive services in the museum. I am also developing a video podcast about the historical and cultural assets within and around the island, to be hosted and co-produced by National Park Service Rangers and Guides.
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Director of Photography/Producer
Filmosity Productions
(Media Production industry)
June 2003 — Present (6 years 2 months)
I have over 14 years of experience in the film, video, television, and podcast fields. In 2006, I won two Telly Awards for excellence in video and television produciton. From creating documentaries, writing narrative films, and producing popular specialized podcasts, to building television studios from the ground up, my knowledge, skill, creativity, and professionalism has been praised by clients and colleagues alike.
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Lead Studio Tech/Director of Photography
AT&T Tech Channel
(Public Company; T; Telecommunications industry)
March 2005 — March 2008 (3 years 1 month)
I was the Lead Television Studio Technician for AT&T Tech Channel. My responsibilities include managing and maintaining daily television studio operations, equipment research and recommendations, scheduling, and daily production. I was an original member of the ISNN team, building the station from the ground up, including the design and building of a new studio and control room.
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Founder, President
New Jersey Podcasters Association
(Non-Profit; 11-50 employees; Online Media industry)
June 2005 — November 2006 (1 year 6 months)
In June 2005, I founded the NJPA, a group that facilitates the learning, development, and promotion of podcasting to podcasters and podcast listeners in the New Jersey area. Originally started as a way for podcasters to meet face to face, the group now provides presenters to various organizations across the state. The group meets both online and in real life on a monthly basis.
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Duplication Technician
ESPN
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; Entertainment industry)
September 2001 — May 2003 (1 year 9 months)
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Videographer/Editor
Aztec Video Productions
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Motion Pictures and Film industry)
May 2000 — September 2001 (1 year 5 months)
I began my career at Aztec as an intern, editing and shooting corporate and event videos. Owner Scott Burbank was my mentor and teacher, showing me the ways of video production and editing. Shortly after I graduated college, Aztec hired me as a full-time editor and shooter.
Chris Cavallari’s Education
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Marist College
Communications , Radio/TV/Film , 1997 — 2001
- Activities and Societies:
- Marist College Television, Student Activities Technician
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Sacred Heart High School
1993 — 1997
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Chris Cavallari’s Interests:
Film, movie, filmmaking, photography, podcasting, production, video, television, filmosity
Chris Cavallari’s Honors:
2006 Telly Awards (2)
Eagle Scout
Chris Cavallari’s Contact Settings
Interested In:
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- new ventures
- expertise requests
- business deals
- reference requests
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