Testimonials
"Nik is a creative powerhouse with a plethora of skills and talents that he eagerly brings to any project he’s a part of. Nik is that rare one-stop shop when it comes to digital media, and his passion for the creative process and collaborative spirit position him as the ideal candidate for any creative or performative team.
- Miles Kalbach, Art Director: Edmentum
Nik brought a unique creativity to his production work that included humor and storytelling that delighted our learners. His range of talents and his comfort both in front of and behind the camera and the microphone, brings added value, flexibility, and creativity to Nik's end products. The skills and talents Nik brought to our development work set the bar for engaging video embedded in instructional content.
Jean Sharp, Vice President of Content Development: Apex Learning
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Collaborators
Production Experience
Video/Audio Pre-production, Production, and Post-Production
- Conceptualizing and executing media approach for various products including eLearning content, promotional materials, and training courses
- Scripting: Writing, revising, storyboarding, and collaborating with project stakeholders
- Directing/managing/planning live shoots including crew, talent, and other resources
- Audio recording, mixing, and editing: VO, SFX, music
- Editing high quality videos with motion graphics and SFX for learning content and/or marketing purposes
- Contractor management: Supervising, training, and managing contractors
- Casting: Sourcing, selecting, and casting talent to fulfill creative vision and project requirements
- Performing: On-screen acting and voiceover recording
Administrative responsibilities
- Project Planning and Scheduling: Developing project plans outlining goals, resources, timelines, and milestones.
- Resource Management: Allocating resources effectively, including personnel, budget, and equipment, to ensure project success within allocated constraints.
- Team Leadership: Providing leadership and direction to project team members, fostering a collaborative and productive working environment. Setting clear expectations, provide feedback, and resolve conflicts as needed.
- Risk Management: Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to minimize their impact on project objectives. Proactively monitoring and addressing any emerging risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Budgeting: Creating and maintaining budgets for all video/audio production
- Client Relationship Management: Cultivating strong relationships with clients and other external stakeholders, understanding their needs and expectations. Addressing client concerns promptly and seek opportunities to exceed their expectations.
Accomplishments
- Building a video department for a major eLearning company and creating/establishing successful video approach across various customer products and marketing campaigns
- Implementing and designing video creation manuals and videos for product teams on video script creation and review process, resulting in streamlined production
- Penetrating new business areas by evolving video style/approach for various products, eliminating cost of an average 75% per video
- Designing video templates to be used across products, resulting in increased efficiency in video production and a unified style (style copied by chief competitor)
- Leveraging contacts/experience in local entertainment industry to negotiate reduced rates for on-screen talent, eliminating 50% of overall video production costs
- Rolling out mental-health/wellness campaign among team members, resulting in increased reports of employee satisfaction