Tara M.

Dowd
I currently work as an Avid editor for Scripps Networks (Food Network & Cooking Channel.) We are a full service facility producing HD and SD shows and promos. I have also worked as a freelance editor on various projects. I have full working knowledge of the entire offline and online process, including digital and analog routing, HD and SD decks, and various tape formats. I also have experience using Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Dreamweaver and Pro Tools.

Special Skills
I am equally comfortable working with and without supervision. I thrive on the collaborative process that naturally occurs when working with skilled producers. In addition my extensive knowledge of operational systems and facilities, I have a working knowledge of the entire edit process. I am able to handle multiple projects simultaneously while remaining calm under pressure, I have strong client relation skills and am able to adapt to ever changing needs and priorities.

Staff Experience
November 2008-Present Editor Scripps Networks - Food Network|Cooking Channel , New York City Promoted to this position in 2008 Edit promos for Creative Services for both Food Network and Cooking Channel Work with producers to make sure footage and graphics will integrate between SD and HD formats Prep on air logos for sponsors using Photoshop and Illustrator Assist with testing various file formats for digital file delivery of promos Am currently involved in a one year mentoring program in which I develop and implement a series of goals and meet with my mentor on a monthly basis November 2000-November 2008 Assistant Editor Scripps Networks - Food Network, New York City Digitize, conform, and manage media for six NLE suites on both local and ISIS storage Fix edited spots and version on-air promos as needed Run dubs in all formats including Beta SP, Digibeta, and IMX Prepare slates, reformat graphic and audio files for use in edit sessions Create ALE files for sessions Compress spots using Sorenson Squeeze January 2000-November 2000 Evening Coordinator Creative Group, New York City Digitize and log footage in Avid Media Composer Set up rooms over night for day sessions Assist producers on site with shipping and labels Light reception and food service March 1999-January 2000 Support Staff Coordinator/Librarian Broadway Video, New York City Responsible for weekly scheduling and coordinating of 13 support staff members Liaison between support staff and management Digitized media into Avid Media Composer for clients in offline sessions Handle materials for clients on site, including logging tapes into library database and setting up shipping of materials

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Tara M. Dowd
January 1992February 1999 Technology Administrator - UNIGLOBE at Best Travel, New York City & Parsippany, New Jersey Heavy reception work in a fast paced environment, including customer relations communication with carriers and service providers Maintain e-mail and internet network system for two offices Troubleshoot hardware/software problems Set up organizational system for maintaining delivery records and file management

Freelance Experience
June 2008 Editor Levain, New York City Cut several vignettes that were shot during hands on baking classes in New York June 2007 Janurary 2008 Editor Moonwork, New York City Edited a show reel for this small theater company in Manhattan. Reel included videos of several comedians and musicians interspersed with interviews and behind the scenes footage. November 2006 Editor The Institute of Culinary Education, New York City Version promos that air on various local and broadcast networks September 2005 Editor Sesame Workshop, New York City Cut down foreign language vignettes for library archive reels Married green screen footage to various backgrounds for promotional events May 2005 Editor C Lazy U Resort Edited promotional reel for vacation home sales and guest house rentals for premier Colorado resort July 1999-December 1999 Assistant Editor Live Music Channel, New York City Logged and Digitized footage for new television show and website Setup organizational system for footage of various musicians and events

Education
New York University, School of Continuing and Professional Studies - New York City May - July 2011 Pro Tools, Adobe Dreamweaver Future Media Concepts - New York City April 1998 - Ongoing Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop Master Class, After Effects, Avid|DS 101 Avid Master Class Training included: Digitizing, Editing, Integrating third party graphics, and system troubleshooting Brooklyn College - Brooklyn, New York. June 1997, Graduated with honors, dual B.A. in Communications & Journalism (Print)

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