Anthony Cardenas

Fairfax, VA 22015
(703) 965 0348 - ascardenas1219@gmail.com - https://www.linkedin.com/feed/

Professional Summary
Qualified Video Broadcast Production Assistant, Director, and Multimedia Journalist
experienced in different genres, environments, and production types. Expertly manages
equipment installation and operation for fast-paced work. Also knowledgeable about scene
composition and lighting optimization.

Skills
● Experience with Adobe Suite
● Experience with Sony NX and HDC series cameras
● Experience with audio equipment
● Experience with lighting equipment
● Experience with Canva Pro
● Can wrap cables properly
● Can direct in a live production setting
● Can run replay and graphics in a live production setting
● Proficient in Spanish

Experience

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.

Social Media Intern

Volunteers of America National Services - Alexandria, VA (06/2023 to 08/2023)
Created media content which included job adverts, videos, photography, and articles. Also
ensured that the organization's social media presence stayed relevant and up to date.
Director/Floor Director
VCU InSight - Richmond, VA (01/2023 to 05/2023)
Arrived early to set up the studio for the day's newscast, both directed and floor directed during
live recordings and stayed behind to break down the studio once the show was finished.

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.

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
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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