Paul Kakert

About Paul Kakert

Creative Leader | Emmy Award-Winning Director of Photography | Expert in Video Production & 3D AnimationWith over 30 years of experience in the media industry, I am a passionate and results-driven creative leader specializing in video production, editing, and visual storytelling. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working on a wide range of projects, from award-winning documentaries to groundbreaking 3D animation techniques. My work has earned recognition across the industry, including an Emmy Award for Outstanding Director of Photography.In addition to my creative achievements, I have co-authored two technical books on 3D animation and produced several documentaries, further establishing my expertise in the field.Currently, I lead a dynamic team of video and photo producers at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), one of the world’s leading research institutions. In this role, I oversee the creation of impactful media content that highlights the cutting-edge science and technology at LANL, delivering narratives that engage and inform both internal and external audiences. I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working closely with my team and stakeholders to push the boundaries of visual communication.Always eager to innovate and grow, I am passionate about exploring new ideas, learning new skills, and helping my team members develop their talents to reach new creative heights.

Experience

1. Vice President, Co-owner

   Effective Digital Presentations, Inc

   Jan 1991 — Present · US

   Producer of documentary films and videos for training, fundraising and marketing.• Program manager leading the direction of the company by implementing and executing programs that supported the organizational mission and strategic goals• Developed a staff and off-site team of subcontractors and freelancers that supported the EDP mission and our client projects. Continually developed and evaluated a diverse workforce that included a worldwide team.• Complete creative production management • Provide all research, concept development, script writing, filming, video editing, art direction, graphic design, video encoding, DVD authoring and YouTube channel management• Client interaction and project management, also including sales and marketing efforts• Design and production of marketing materials distributed on corporate websites and social media• Developed and managed a diverse workforce of on-site and off-site employees and subcontractors • Generated nearly in Federal Government sales for film and video production through a GSA contract awarded December 2008 and renewed through 2018.• Wrote winning GSA contract proposal as well as proposals for contracts with USDA Forest Service, National Park Service, NASA, US Army, US Coast Guard, First Army, Department of Veterans Affairs and many others. Contract values range between and

Education

• Marycrest College

  Bachelor's degree, Computer Graphics

Skills

• Project Management
• Post Production
• Broadcast
• Short Films
• Hd Video
• Independent Film
• Editing
• Reality Tv
• 3d
• 3d Animation
• Video Editing
• Directing
• Video
• Final Cut Pro
• Film Production
• Social Media Communications
• Television
• Art Direction
• Producing
• Pre-Production
• Film Editing
• Management
• Cinematography
• Non-Profit Leadership
• Lighting
• Storytelling
• Entertainment
• Creative Direction
• Television Production
• After Effects
• Motion Graphics
• Photoshop
• Video Post-Production
• Media Production
• Documentaries
• Multimedia
• Film
• Video Production
• Web Video
• Videography