The document provides a referral for Chris Baker from Eric Ahlstrom of BlueCrab Multimedia, praising Chris's work on critical projects for demanding international clients. It says Chris was well-liked, trusted, showed initiative, and knew how to deal with senior management environments. The referral believes Chris would be a valuable employee.
4. Christian Baker
2620 S Everly Dr
Frederick, MD 21701
Online Portfolio: demo.crimsonvision.com
christian@crimsonvision.com
240.285.1636
Profile
Performancedriven multimedia producer with more than thirteen years industry experience providing a
superior level of technical and managerial knowledge. Specializes in corporate production including
expertise with government, education and commercial clientele. Expert knowledge of industry standard
equipment and techniques for media production. Delivers the highest quality standards to ensure client
satisfaction while meeting budget and time limitations. Strong leadership skills with experience leading
teams of diverse sizes and proficiency levels.
”He quickly picked up the subtle elements of our corporate culture, and was able to produce a
creative package that was very appropriate in its content. Moreover, I was confident that my
deadline would be met, and that I would actually have the project in my hands when I needed it.”
Richard Lakin, Director of Communications, Sylvan Learning
Professional Experience
Multimedia Design Engineer
1/2008 Present (Parttime) Lockheed Martin, Business Process Solutions, Rockville, MD
Supporting Multimedia Designer for communications projects involving various federal agencies
Responsible for authoring multimedia communications for DVD, CDROM and internet distribution
with section 508 accessibility standards
Provide media services including pre and post production for several ongoing projects
Video Technician
10/2007 Present Frederick County Government / Video Services
Responsible for production and broadcast of county meetings on regional cable channel
Supporting producer for multiple monthly programs and public service announcements
Delivers streaming broadcast content through Video on Demand hardware and Webcasting software
Technical Coordinator / Video Specialist
5/2007 – 10/2007 Swank Audio Visuals, Washington, D.C.
Responsible for all multimedia aspects of the business including the design and set up of video, audio and
lighting equipment for live events, as well as, all postproduction and graphics
Acting technical consultant to the client during events to ensure customer satisfaction
Accountable for learning new technologies and techniques that can be incorporated into client events
Freelance Videographer / Multimedia Designer
10/2006 Present Crimson Vision Videography, Frederick, MD
Primary videographer and digital editor for promotional and corporate video productions
Supporting multimedia producer for interactive DVD projects involving video and graphic content
Primary designer for multiple client websites including Flash, HTML, CSS and PHP/ASP
5. Freight Supervisor / Acting Operations Assistant Store Manager
7/2001 6/2006 Home Depot, Frederick, Maryland
Responsible for the security, safety and operation of a thirtysix million dollar home improvement warehouse
during the overnight hours
Managed twelve employees and organized a nightly action plan to make sure all merchandise is received
and stocked accurately
Senior Videographer / Multimedia Producer
1/1991 6/2001 Stonewall Video Productions, Frederick, MD
Experienced in all aspects of production including client relations, scripting, storyboarding and graphics
composition
Acted as primary videographer in multiple camera switched and single camera productions
Worked with multiple operating systems, postproduction suites and utilized various linear and nonlinear editing
systems to produce content for broadcast, CDrom and internet applications
Supervised two to four employees and business affairs including budgeting, invoicing and proposals
Educational Background
6/2004 5/2006 Frederick Community College, Frederick, Maryland
Associate of Arts Degree in Digital Media Design (3.5 GPA)
Core curriculum focus on video production, multimedia, animation and graphic design
Volunteered production time for International Youth Foundation's 2006
"YouthActionNet" program
Additional Education
Mastering Adobe Photoshop, Basic class
Mastering Adobe Photoshop, Advanced class
Frederick Career and Technology Center, Mechanical Engineering/AutoCAD certificate
Affiliations
Greater Frederick Advertising Federation
Frederick County Chamber of Commerce
Technical Proficiencies
Expert knowledge of Windows and Mac operating systems as well as all versions of Adobe and Final Cut Editing
platforms
Expert knowledge of broadcast video equipment and techniques
Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite 3 (Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, Encore DVD, Flash Professional,
After Effects), Final Cut Pro, DVD Studio Pro 4, Motion 2.0, Soundtrack Pro, Sound Forge 8.0, Audition 2.0,
Soundbooth CS3, Dreamweaver CS3, Adobe Ultra CS3, Adobe OnLocation CS3, Autoplay Menu Studio 7, Toon
Boom Storyboard Pro, Storyboard Quick 5, Microsoft Office 2007 w/ PowerPoint
Superior knowledge of 2D/3D animation software including Maya Unlimited 8.5, 3D Studio Max 9, Cinema 4D 10,
Swish 3D, ProAnimator 4.5
