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ALEX K. WOOD, M.A. Cellphone 905.609.1906 • [email protected] Film • Broadcast Television • Commercials • Music Videos • Webcasting Creative innovator responsible for programming conceptualization, development, and production. International experience in creating new projects and developing existing media. Instrumental in developing talent in front of the camera as well as behind the scenes. Highly-knowledgeable and personable communicator; skilled in maintaining relationships with staff and producers. Expert at tackling issues by producing programs that are relevant, informative, and stimulating to a wide variety of cultures including multi-lingual projects. Key Strengths include: Production: Studio & Live Production • ENG Shooting & Editing • Network Promo Writing & Producing • International Production Experience PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Canadian Armed Forces 2014-present Royal Canadian Navy (Reserve) - Naval Officer (MARS) Command, coordinate and control military operations, lead and make decisions that will affect the general conduct of operations and security, direct and conduct strategies, tactics and procedures pertinent to the mandate of the Canadian Armed Forces, provide expertise in a wide range of activities relating to combat information and weapons systems, perform training, managerial and related administrative duties. Rogers TV (a subsidiary of Rogers Communications Inc.), Mississauga, Brampton (Canada) 2011 - 2014 Television Producer Selected from a group of competitive applicants to produce a range of regional cable TV shows that included "The Brampton Mayor's Hour with Susan Fennell" , "South Asian Focus TV", "South Asian Live" , "In Business", and "Health Matters." Lead, motivated, and inspired crews of between 8 and 12 consisting of Directors, Technical Directors, Camera Operators, Graphics Operators, and Audio Technicians. Created and produced three original series including “ The Director’s Chair ”, “ Night Time with Michael A. Charbon”, and “ A Voice for All”. Worked with on-air personalities to develop presentation skills and increase audience engagement. Created social media campaigns to engage and retain viewers. America's Value Channel, Inc., Atlanta, GA (USA) 2006 - 2011 Producer/Production Manager Approached by Director of Operations for this newly-created role to launch the Production Dept. during Company's start-up phase as it penetrated the fiercely-competitive shopping channel market. Supervised between 5 and 10 production crew members. Oversaw graphic design to preserve optimum network image and product information display. Today's Shopping Network, Inc., Atlanta, GA (USA) 2004 - 2006 Vice President - Broadcast Operations & Media Production Hand-picked by CEO for this newly-created role to design and build a studio, procure equipment and broadcast engineering, and hire / supervise as many as 12 staff members to populate the studio. RECENT FREELANCE PROJECTS (*Additional project information available upon request) Ford Neighborhood Awards and State Farm Expo Sizzle Reels – NuOpp, Inc. 2014 Producer Steve Harvey Mentoring Week Promo – The Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation 2013, 2014 Producer The Master Connector Experience presents Les Brown – QBC, Inc. 2014 Producer, Director
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ALEX K. WOOD, M.A.
Cellphone 905.609.1906 • [email protected]
Film • Broadcast Television • Commercials • Music Videos • Webcasting Creative innovator responsible for programming conceptualization, development, and production. International experience in creating new projects and developing existing media. Instrumental in developing talent in front of the camera as well as behind the scenes. Highly-knowledgeable and personable communicator; skilled in maintaining relationships with staff and producers. Expert at tackling issues by producing programs that are relevant, informative, and stimulating to a wide variety of cultures including multi-lingual projects.
Key Strengths include:
Production: Studio & Live Production • ENG Shooting & Editing • Network Promo Writing & Producing • International Production Experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Canadian Armed Forces 2014-present Royal Canadian Navy (Reserve) - Naval Officer (MARS) Command, coordinate and control military operations, lead and make decisions that will affect the general conduct of operations and security, direct and conduct strategies, tactics and procedures pertinent to the mandate of the Canadian Armed Forces, provide expertise in a wide range of activities relating to combat information and weapons
systems, perform training, managerial and related administrative duties. Rogers TV (a subsidiary of Rogers Communications Inc.), Mississauga, Brampton (Canada) 2011 - 2014 Television Producer Selected from a group of competitive applicants to produce a range of regional cable TV shows that included "The Brampton Mayor's Hour with Susan Fennell", "South Asian Focus TV", "South Asian Live", "In Business", and "Health Matters." Lead, motivated, and inspired crews of between 8 and 12 consisting of Directors, Technical Directors, Camera Operators, Graphics Operators, and Audio Technicians. Created and produced three original series including “The Director’s Chair”, “Night Time with Michael A. Charbon”, and “A Voice for All”. Worked with on-air personalities to develop presentation skills and increase audience engagement. Created social media campaigns to engage and retain viewers. America's Value Channel, Inc., Atlanta, GA (USA) 2006 - 2011 Producer/Production Manager Approached by Director of Operations for this newly-created role to launch the Production Dept. during Company's start-up phase as it penetrated the fiercely-competitive shopping channel market. Supervised between 5 and 10 production crew members. Oversaw graphic design to preserve optimum network image and product information display. Today's Shopping Network, Inc., Atlanta, GA (USA) 2004 - 2006 Vice President - Broadcast Operations & Media Production Hand-picked by CEO for this newly-created role to design and build a studio, procure equipment and broadcast engineering, and hire / supervise as many as 12 staff members to populate the studio.
RECENT FREELANCE PROJECTS
(*Additional project information available upon request) Ford Neighborhood Awards and State Farm Expo Sizzle Reels – NuOpp, Inc. 2014 2014 Producer Steve Harvey Mentoring Week Promo – The Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation 2013, 2014 Producer The Master Connector Experience presents Les Brown – QBC, Inc. 2014 2014 Producer, Director
ALEX K. WOOD, M.A.
EDUCATION
Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA (USA) • Master of Arts degree in Communication, Film & Video Production The University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA (USA) • Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication & Theatre Arts Licences & Special Training Canadian Armed Forces Leadership Training – Basic Military Officer Qualification Course Motion Picture Firearms Basic Training (I.A.T.S.E.) Camera Operator Certification (TCI Cable of Washington State) FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit Master Diver Certification (NAUI) Nitrox Certification (NAUI) Certified SCUBA Diver (NAUI)
INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS
Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television (A.C.C.T.) 2013-present Voting Member - Producer, Editor c
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – Life Member District Director, Canada 2012-present Oversee the Fraternity’s programs, operations, membership, and development throughout Canada. Interface with the Fraternity’s Regional and National Leadership teams to provide infrastructure and secure long term sustainability for the organization in Canada. Established the first Alumni chapterin Canada. Created and held the first Canadian District Conferences and Retreat programs. Grew the Fraternity’s active Canadian membership by 400% since 2012. Organized the local chapter’s MS Walk (MS Society of Canada) efforts that exceeded fundraising goals in 2012 and 2013. Organized chapter participation in Brampton Motorcycle Club’s 2013 Toy Ride. Participated in chapter’s “Polar Bear Dip” fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity, 2014. c
People TV, Inc., Atlanta (GA ...USA) 2006 - 2011 2008 - 2011: Board President 2007 - 2008: Board Secretary 2006 - 2011: Member - Board of Directors Initially appointed to the Board of Directors for this non-profit entity by the Atlanta City Council during tenure commencement.
