James Frank May

James Frank May Mobile (818) - Scottsdale, AZ- Multimedia Engineer Six years of experience in the multimedia / digital marketing practice. Enthusiastic approach towards problem solving by bridging the gap between visual design, computer science, music and marketing. Highly diverse background with expertlevel audio engineering, graphic design, video editing, front-end programming, social media management, and comprehension of marketing technologies. Expert in handling high-quantity data acquisition and formatting for eCommerce distribution. Adept in copywriting, video direction and remote team management. EDUCATION SAE Institute Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA - Certificate of Audio Technology, Valedictorian Director’s Honors Award Mesa Community College, Mesa, AZ - Audio Production, Sound Design, and Electronics SKILLS Graphic Design: Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator. Video Editing: Adobe Premiere & After Effects. Web Design: HTML5, CSS3 & WordPress. Audio Engineering: Signal Flow, Console Operation, Outboard Processing, Pro Tools & FL Studio. eCommerce: Search Engine Optimization, Channel Advisor, Solid Commerce & RPMWARE. Data Entry: Microsoft Excel, KuTools & OutWit Hub. EXPERIENCE Multimedia Director - Remote Vast Network Scottsdale, AZ 2018 to Current Daily tasks included graphic design, video editing, copywriting & social media management. Directed a team of remote editors to complete creative projects before deadline. Experience designing logos, web elements & other graphics using Photoshop & Illustrator. Responsible for translating marketing copy into video outlines. Experience in video editing for social media content & advertisements using Premiere & After Effects. o Scheduled daily content for multiple social media pages. o Corresponded with various clients, voice actors & designers to ensure project quality. o Focused on branding continuity while working with numerous companies. o Collected & formatted data for clients using Outwit Hub & Excel. o Utilized musical background to remix songs for video advertisements. o Gained vast experience in team management and multitasking. Digital Marketing Engineer - Remote Scottsdale, AZ 2016 to 2018 Factory D Performance and MVP Motorsports Daily tasks included data acquisition, formatting, graphic design & web development. Experience using various eCommerce integration services including Channel Advisor and Solid Commerce. Built load files for over 250,000 eBay listings. Managed online storefronts using RPMWARE. o Responsible for the collection of bulk manufacturer data using Outwit Hub. o Utilized various methods of software automation to complete projects before deadline. o Had artistic authority to design the company’s listings for maximum marketability. o Corresponded with various integration specialists on behalf of the company to increase productivity. Graphic Designer Los Angeles, CA 2013 to 2015 Freelance Focus in logo design and branding. Experience in editing and artistic coordination for web development. o Completed multiple revisions for fastidious clients. o Designed logos for various websites and toy companies. o Worked on design projects for Sony Music recording artists. Assistant Engineer - Internship Hollywood, CA 2012 The Mothership Steve Vai’s, “The Mothership” recording studio. Trained in studio maintenance, studio etiquette, outboard processing, microphone selection and troubleshooting. o Worked with “high-profile” recording artists in a professional studio atmosphere. o Utilized my skills as a musician to effectively communicate with clients. o Learned invaluable tips and tricks regarding all aspects of music production. o Experience operating and troubleshooting state of the art recording equipment. A2 / Audio Utility Phoenix, AZ 2007 to 2008 COX7 and NFL Films Experience as an A2 / Audio Utility for Cox7 and NFL Films. Worked as a Utility for the 2008 Super Bowl. o Gained experience in microphone placement and signal routing. o Skilled in parabolic microphone operation. o Trained in operating and troubleshooting mobile production equipment. o Experience working as a Grip / Camera Utility. REV-