1. Alexander Ortiz
8729 W. Summerdale Ave. Chicago, IL 60656
773.543.9376 ~ alexandortiz@gmail.com
Career Summary
Determined, ambitious, and goal-oriented with an expert eye in print and digital design. Strengths include
video editing and production, sound manipulation, and graphic design. Possesses strong communication
skills along with a customer service mindset. Willing to develop and enhance new skills in marketing and
branding. With a passion for creative writing and media, an ideal candidate for pre and post production in
the entertainment and media industry.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Multimedia Design and Development
Concentration in Web Graphic Design
DeVry University- Chicago, IL
Graduation- February 2014
Media Apprentice 2009
Street Level Youth Media- Chicago, IL
Digital Photography 2009
The Philharmonic Center for the Arts- Naples, FL
Introduction to Pro Tools 8 MIDI 2008
Columbia College Chicago- Chicago, IL
Critical Skill Set
Oral and Written Communications Video Equipment Operations and Set Up
Bilingual Video Software Operations
Office Administration Audio Equipment Operations and Set Up
Data Entry Photography Equipment Operations and Set Up
Typing Skills Design Software Operations
Problem Solving Skills Creative Persona and Mindset
Technical Skills
Microsoft Word Adobe Photoshop Adobe Flash Panasonic AVCCAM
Microsoft Excel Adobe Illustrator Adobe Dreamweaver Sony AVCHD Cam
Microsoft PowerPoint Adobe InDesign Apple Final Cut Pro Windows
Microsoft Access Adobe Premiere Pro Canon 7D OSX
Microsoft Outlook Adobe After Effects Soundboard
Links
https://www.youtube.com/user/detourmapstv/videos
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbxEzG9F4Dc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k71pOqFMpNc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZPTBQr04LY
alexortiz92.carbonmade.com
2. Professional Experience
August 2014-Current Rescigno’s Marketing Connections Chicago, IL
Customer Service/Graphic Designer
● Set-up projects in local database for printing and direct mailing materials
● Develop project estimates for customers
● Design email and social media posts
August 2008-Current New Hope Bible Church Chicago, IL
Visual and Audio Media Operator
● Video capturing of services
● Setup and breakdown of visual media equipment(camera, computer, projector etc.)
● Develop and maintain visual style of Church and Services
● Develop and create ministry logos and branding
● Train youth on operating media components(computer, software, soundboard etc.)
● Setup and breakdown of audio media equipment(microphones, soundboard, recorders
etc.)
● Audio control of soundboard during events and services
June 2014-December 2014 DetourMaps Chicago, IL
Multimedia Coordinator
● Created and edited video content for YouTube channel
● Enhance digital images for print material
● Created animated video content for YouTube channel
June 2014-July 2014 Grip Outreach For Youth Chicago, IL
Video Intern
● Assist with video editing
● On location video capturing and footage
● Enhance digital video editing skills
January 2013-June 2014 Freelance/Volunteer Work Chicago, IL
● CW Allen-Captured footage and edited content for artist’s YouTube Page
● DeVry University-School Projects; captured content and edited video for various school
3. projects. Project manager for video team on student film project. Writer and director of
video projects.
● Michael Cancel-Edited Wedding Video
● Justin Delgado-Shot and edited Wedding Video and Photos
● New Hope Bible Church-Assisted with Church Photo shoot
July 2011-May 2012 Hearing Health Center Chicago, IL
Junior Graphic Designer
● Designed and developed print and digital marketing and sales materials
● Updated and maintained social media interactions and documentations
● Organized marketing materials for corporate events
● Worked closely with Executive Assistant on developing marketing designs