Cory Burrell has over 5 years of experience in quality control, media production, and communications. He has worked as a Quality Control Technician for Deluxe Entertainment Services, where he checks various aspects of media formats. Burrell also has experience as a freelancer creating a variety of media content. He graduated from the University of Scranton with degrees in Communication and Philosophy, and was on the Dean's List.
Guests are treated to candy and sweets, for which reason the holiday is known as Şeker Bayramı, or “Candy Festival.” When coffee is available, it is commonly served. Various sweets are made both to eat and to serve to guests. The most common sweets made for the Feast of Ramadan are baklava and kadayıf
Guests are treated to candy and sweets, for which reason the holiday is known as Şeker Bayramı, or “Candy Festival.” When coffee is available, it is commonly served. Various sweets are made both to eat and to serve to guests. The most common sweets made for the Feast of Ramadan are baklava and kadayıf
1. CORY PATRICK BURRELL
65 Jefferson Street • Simpson, PA 18407
cell: (570) 780-3529 • home: (570) 282-1772
coryburrell@gmail.com
http://www.linkedin.com/pub/coryburrell
WORK EXPERIENCE
Quality Control Technician, Deluxe Entertainment Services (New York Branch) (February 2015 – Present)
Assure the quality of films, TV series, and other major features for a variety of high-profile clients.
Check a multitude of aspects of media, including video and audio quality, subtitling, menu navigation, compatibility issues, and
more, in standard definition, high definition, and digital formats.
Perform incoming QC of client material, which include audio and video assets, subtitle streams, and authored disc images.
Freelancer, Independent Media Work (May 2012 – Present)
Create quality content in a variety of media formats, including print articles, videos for broadcast media, and multimedia projects
Clients to date have included public relations offices, print and online publications, and collegiate athletics departments
Programming Ops – Editing, C-SPAN (June 2013 - August 2013)
Created 26 nationally-aired promos for the “First Ladies” TV series
Involved in the day-to-day operations of the editing department of a nationally-aired TV station
Used a variety of software, including Final Cut and Avid Media Composer, to edit clips and shows for airing
Public Relations Intern/Student Correspondent, The University of Scranton Office of Public Relations (May 2011 - June 2014)
Created press releases for faculty promotions, student accomplishments, and event announcements
Assisted in organizing and running promotional events on campus which multiple media outlets attended
Published in high-circulation publications, including Royal News, Community Relations News, Times-Tribune.com and AJCU
Sports Editor/Staff Writer, The Aquinas, The Student Voice of The University of Scranton (September 2010 – June 2014)
Produced and edited content for a weekly newspaper with circulation of 2,500
Managed a staff of writers to deliver excellent and balanced coverage of the university’s athletic programs
Wrote vivid, accurate stories, including detailed game recaps, athlete profiles, and historic pieces
Executive Producer/Anchor, The University of Scranton (September 2010 – June 2014)
Managed every aspect of running a top-notch student TV network, including video and audio engineering, directing, and editing
Led and motivated a team of like-minded executives to create quality content and improve the station’s brand
Anchored and wrote script for a weekly news show that aired on a cable channel
Filmed and edited more than 100 individual shows, packages, and B-roll segments
Department of Communication Work Study (September 2010 – June 2014)
Assisted an accredited communication department faculty with teaching and research-related duties
Aided in office administration for one of the largest department majors on campus, with more than 200 students
EDUCATION
The University of Scranton
Double Major : B.A. Communication, Journalism concentration Scranton, Pennsylvania
B.A. Philosophy (May 2014)
Minor: Coaching
Cumulative GPA 3.58 (4.00 Scale) – cum laude
Business Leadership (BLDR) Honors Program (Fall 2012 – Spring 2014)
o Highly selective honors program accepting only 15 students each year; Offers specialized business curriculum, executive
mentorship, and networking opportunities; Includes the development of a group project formally presented to
distinguished faculty and alumni
Special Jesuit Liberal Arts (SJLA) Honors Program (Fall 2010 – Spring 2014)
o A four-year honors program based on a traditional Jesuit education. Includes the development of the ability to reflect on
intellectual problems, an understanding of contemporary problems , and an outstanding ability to communicate clearly
and persuasively one’s ideas through both the spoken and written word
HONORS/AWARDS
Dean’s List (Fall 2010, Spring 2011, Fall 2011, Spring 2012, Fall 2012, Fall 2013, Spring 2014)
Lambda Pi Eta (National Communication Honor Society)
Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges – 2014
Award for Outstanding Service to the Department of Communication (University of Scranton) – 2014
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND MEMBERSHIPS
Investigative Reporters and Editors (IRE) Scranton Watchdog Conference 2012 - IRE Member (2012)
American Sports Education Program (ASEP) certified coach (Fall 2010)
Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers with First Aid certified (September 2013)
SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite: (CS5.5) – InDesign, Photoshop, Audition
Associated Press (AP) Style
Graphic design programs – Motion 5 and Adobe After Effects CC
Non-linear editing systems - Final Cut Pro, Avid Media Composer