Anthony Cardenas

Fairfax, VA 22015
(703) 965 0348 - ascardenas1219@gmail.com

Professional Summary
Qualified Camera Operator, Director, and Multimedia Journalist experienced in different genres,
environments, and production types. Expertly manages equipment installation and operation for
fast-paced work. Knowledgeable about scene composition and lighting optimization.

Skills
● Experience with Adobe Suit
● Experience with Sony NX and HDC series cameras
● Experience with audio equipment
● Experience with lighting equipment
● Can wrap cables properly
● Proficient in Spanish
● Communicate well with supervisors and coworkers
● Able to problem solve quickly and efficiently
● Can work well under pressure
● Strong leadership skills
● Willingness to learn and become a better employee

Work History

Freelance Camera Operator/Director

VCU Athletics - Richmond, VA (09/2022 to Current)
Set up and break down camera equipment in a timely manner, and broadcast games to networks
such as ESPN + and MASN.

Facilities Assistant
The Commons at VCU - Richmond, VA (03/2022 to Current)
Responsible for setting up meeting furniture, cleaning before and after use, and setting up
audio-visual equipment.

Brand Ambassador
The Rounds - Washington, DC (05/2022 to 08/2022)
Represented The Rounds at events such as farmers markets, building happy hours, campus
pop-ups, and various other marketing events. Promoted The Rounds and was able to tell potential
clients about the products and services offered in a friendly and professional manner.

Store Associate
Lidl - Burke, VA (05/2021 to 08/2021)
Worked in multiple areas of the store due to limited staff. Jobs included cashier, stocking, lifting,
cleaning, loading, and transporting shipments. Was highly regarded by managers.

Customer Service Representative

Domino’s Pizza - Fairfax, VA (07/2019 to 05/2021)
Worked in multiple areas of the restaurant such as the make line, prep station, cashier, and phone
orders. Was highly regarded by managers and quickly became essential to the store's
performance.

Soccer Referee
U.S. Soccer - Fairfax, VA (09/2016 to 06/2019)
Officiated soccer matches for recreational and travel soccer in the Northern Virginia area.
Received bonuses for officiating a set amount of games per season.

Education

Broadcast Journalism (Expected in 12/2023)

Virginia Commonwealth University - Richmond, VA

Relevant Coursework

Advanced Media Production

● Learned advanced:
○ Video and audio production literacy.
○ Aesthetic and physical approaches to projects in video and/or audio.
● Grasped a deeper understanding of:
○ Project ideation.
○ Project preparation and planning.
○ Collaborative elements of project creation.

Advanced TV Newsgathering
● Strengthened my:
○ Ability to think, write, and speak like a multimedia journalist.
 ○ Broadcast style writing through in-class writing assignments and various projects.
○ Ability to come up with and pitch stories worthy of any newsroom.
○ Ability to interview individuals for a news story, and learned new skills to make
my story “come alive”.
○ Newsroom “lingo” and learned how it applies in a work environment.
○ Ability to meet deadlines.
● Learned:
○ Different job positions in a newsroom.
○ Basics of live shots, producing a newscast, and anchoring.
● Produced four news packages (PKG)

Writing for Web and Print

● Learned to:
○ Articulate the ethics and framework of quality news production.
○ Employ writing standards that reflect an understanding of newsworthiness,
objectivity, AP Style, accuracy, and conciseness.
○ Diversify my reporting and story selection.
○ Demonstrate both written and visual media literacy.
○ Conduct a good interview and find strong primary and secondary sources
○ Create elements that will be used to launch my career, including a web portfolio
https://rampages.us/anthonycardenas/

General Studies (05/2020 to 05/2021)

Northern Virginia Community College - Annandale, VA

Advanced Diploma (06/2020)

Lake Braddock Secondary School - Burke, VA

References
Available upon request