Brandon L. Raile
Objective:
I desire a position
in an organization where I can combine my love of creative
work and business in a fast-paced environment. I feel there
is nothing more satisfying than producing visual projects
that capture attention and open the viewer to the message
or feeling I am trying to convey.
Experience:
Video Acquisition
and Production Supervisor – Fleet Combat Camera Group Pacific
San Diego, CA, February 2007 – Present
- Documented DoD
humanitarian, training and Special Operations combat
missions around the world.
- Supervised 3-5 videographers on each mission,
coordinating coverage of events and overseeing completion
of final productions.
- Spearheaded the command’s conversion to HD video
acquisition and production. Tested, developed and trained
personnel on new HD equipment, techniques and workflow.
Public
Information / Multimedia Specialist - Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command (JPAC)
Honolulu, HI, January 2004 – January 2007
- Documented international
human remains recovery operations in isolated locations for
use as stock footage for media. Footage used by CNN,
Nightline, PBS, BBC, and Discovery Channel.
- Shot, edited and produced new high-impact, 15-minute
command public information video for worldwide
distribution.
- Established first-ever organization wide branding project
to create consistent appearance of all public materials and
link the public’s perception of JPAC to the POW/MIA issue.
- Solely responsible for all aspects of conceptualization,
graphic design, and procurement of 10’ trade show exhibit.
- Developed concept for and coordinated the execution of
the “JPAC Roadshow,” a public awareness campaign involving
a traveling exhibition to major public events nationwide.
- Created numerous graphic design projects now on display
in locations such as the Pentagon, the U.S. Embassy in
Vietnam, and the South Korean Ministry of Defense. Served
as Photo Editor and provided Adobe Photoshop training for
the command’s 15 photographers.
- Designed, produced and distributed 10-page quarterly
newsletter using Adobe InDesign.
- Negotiated with vendors for nearly $250,000 worth of
goods and services and managed all Public Affairs assets.
- Provided public-information briefings to over 4,000
guests of the command, including Congressional Staff, U.S.
ambassadors and senior foreign military and governmental
officials.
Broadcast Station
Manager / Journalist - U.S.S. Rushmore
San Diego, CA, December 2000 - December 2003
- Provided photo and video documentation of ship’s peace
and wartime operations.
- Documented U.S. Navy and British Army combat operations
into Iraq during first hours of OIF.
- Managed and operated the ship’s 8-channel closed circuit
TV system including five satellite feeds and three locally
scheduled channels. Supervised two technicians.
- Researched and implemented an update of the ship’s video
production facilities from analog to digital. As a result
of capability and cost effectiveness, system was used the
model for updating all San Diego based Navy ships.
- Produced award-winning 1-hour documentary of the ship’s
involvement in Operation Iraqi Freedom with extremely
limited resources.
- Created and maintained the ship’s Internet site. Became
the first U.S. Navy ship to include video on its website.
Was selected by supervisors to train all other San Diego
area Navy Public Affairs personnel in web design.
- Responsible for drafting all media releases and advising
the commander on public relations issues.
- Single-handedly designed and produced two, 120+ page,
coffee table “Cruise Books.”
Webmaster
- University of Virginia’s
College at Wise, Business Department
Wise, VA, May 1997–May 1998.
- Responsible for all aspects of the complete redesign of
the Business Department’s web site, to include layout,
design, coding, graphics, and photography.
- Developed Internet presence for the UVA-Wise Student
Government Association.
Education:
Basic Journalist and
Broadcast Course -
Defense Information School
Fort Meade, MD, April - December 2000.
- Received extensive
training in all aspects of video acquisition and
production.
- Developed photojournalism skills for both video and
digital photography.
- Refined writing skills with emphasis on writing for print
and broadcast.
- Trained in set-up, operation, and maintenance of
broadcast equipment.
- Developed knowledge of media and public relations.
- Gained experience as on-air radio personality.
University of
Virginia’s College at Wise
Wise,
VA, July 1996 – May 1998.
- Completed 2/3 of
requirements for Bachelor’s degree in Business
Administration.
Atlantic
Shores Christian School
Virginia
Beach, VA, graduated 1993.
Achievements:
Received three U.S.
Navy Chief of Information (CHINFO) Merit Awards for
excellence in video production, writing, and design and
layout skills. Awarded two achievement medals while on USS
Rushmore for accomplishments far exceeding expectations
held for a first assignment Journalist. Completed Digital
Design course at University of Hawaii.
Software
experience:
Windows, Mac OS,
Adobe CS3, Apple Final Cut Studio, Avid Media Composer,
Microsoft Office.