Brandon Fenters
Chesterfield
Summary
Broadcast expert with a strong background in live production and team leadership at Longwood University. Recognized for enhancing broadcast quality via innovative content and effective communication strategies. Skilled in Tricaster operation and talent development, ensuring high standards of operational excellence and viewer satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Video Operations
Longwood University
Farmville
01.2022 - Current
- Directed and produced for eight sports (MBB, WBB, WLAX, BB, SB, WSOC, MSOC, and FH). Conducted quality tests for audio and video lines prior to broadcasts.
- Managed on-air broadcasts, troubleshooting audio and video issues live while coordinating with relevant parties to maintain broadcast quality.
- Enhanced live broadcasts by creating and executing additional content such as interviews, commercials, sponsored reads, graphics, and creative video.
- Led setup and breakdown for ESPN+ and ESPN3 live productions, ensuring seamless broadcast transitions.
- Hired on-air talent, fostered cooperative relationships with students at Longwood University, and trained new employees for on-air readiness.
- Ensured the quality of broadcasts by researching teams and communicating with talent.
- Facilitated the creation and editing of creative video content for social media.
Coordinator of Broadcast Operations
Longwood University
Farmville
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Assisted in the setup and breakdown for ESPN+ and ESPN3 live productions.
- Scheduled and assigned crew roles for broadcasts to optimize workflow and coverage.
- Assessed skill sets of operators to effectively match crew members with appropriate tasks.
- Worked as a Director, Replay Operator, Graphics Operator, and Camera Operator.
- Ran four camera setups for eight sports.
- Trained new employees to ensure smooth onboarding and operational readiness.
- Set up graphics and team roster lists for broadcast use before each game.
Education
B.A. - Communication Studies, Digital Media
Longwood University
Farmville, V.A.12-2021
Skills
- Video production strategies
- Broadcast management skills
- Camera operation
- Tricaster operation
- 3Play
- LiveBook
- Adobe Premiere proficiency
- DSLR operation
- Video camera
- Adobe Premiere
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Camera Raw
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Audition
- Broadcast management
- Project management
- Adaptability
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Media relations
- Team leadership
- Vendor management
- Stakeholder engagement
Software Familiarity
- Adobe Premiere
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Camera Raw
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Audition
Hardware Familiarity
- Tricaster
- 3Play
- LiveBook
- VizTrio
- DSLR Cameras
- Video Cameras
Timeline
Director of Video Operations
Longwood University
01.2022 - Current
Coordinator of Broadcast Operations
Longwood University
12.2019 - 12.2021
B.A. - Communication Studies, Digital Media
Longwood University