Michael J. Kozlowski www.mediasurge.net / mkozlowski1@worcester.edu / 508-579-5685 / 6 Papagni Circle, Worcester, MA

Objective

• Position in video production, photography, advertising, sales, fitness, and/or media communication.

Summary of Qualifications • Successful experience in implementing contemporary solutions designed to facilitate video production

using leading-edge technology. • Six years of proven practice in implementing process improvements and streamlining operations for

production efficiency. • Effective in constructing superior professional videos to address any need, independently, or with a

team. • Achieved first-class results in sales, marketing and video production. For examples of my work go to

www.mediasurge.net and click the “VIDEOS” link at the top.

Relevant Technical Skills • Video Production via Final Cut 7, X, and

Abode Premier • Photo Production and Editing via Adobe

Suite • Fully certified in Microsoft Office • Exceptional Writing/Proofreading Skills

Accomplishments

• Drove business development through various video compilation projects while using production and video engineering skills.

• Achieved Dean’s List multiple times while receiving the highest possible mark for both internships. • Made National News: February 2013. (Mentioned in Letter of Recommendation from Julie Frechette). • Acquired John and Abigail Adam’s Scholarship for achieving advanced scores in every area of MCAS. • Began my own startup company in April of 2015 (Media Surge LLC).

Video Production Experience

• (Part-time) Videographer /Photographer Media Surge LLC – Worcester, MA April 2015 – Present • By using all my previous experiences I have successfully started my own video company to help

local businesses create professional videos, engaging websites. • (Contractor) Videographer

Video Resources Inc. – Marlborough, MA September 2014 – Present • Thriving in fast-paced corporate setting with intense multi-tasking. • Designing corporate videos for Hologic and their annual sales meetings. • Reference: General Manager of VRI Christopher Wells: 774-285-9449.

• Marketing and Sales • Cartoon Animation via Toonboom Studio • Visual Media Expertise • Graphic Design • Quality Assurance/ Team Leadership

• (Contractor/Internship) Videographer Skyscope Creative – Worcester, MA January 2013 – August 2014 • Built effective relationships with media, senior management, and external business partners. • Won award for #1 Video Production Company in Central MA by Worcester Business Journal. • Managed the completion of numerous advertising commercials and B2B videos. • Designed commercials for: Worcester Chamber of Commerce, Mass MEP, NEHRA, Cloudlock,

GSN, DCU, and Worcester Credit Union. • Oversaw and drove completion of brand identity videos for the company.

• Lead Camera Operator Channel 11 Worcester Public Schools – Worcester, MA August 2007 – June 2009 • Trained entry-level employees. • Led creative production of daily TV shows.

Journalist Experience • (Internship) Journalist / Videographer

Golocal Worcester – Worcester, MA January 2012- June 2012 • Regulated the technical aspects of Golocal’s newest news branch in Worcester, Massachusetts by

overseeing entire database and wireless workflow. • Communicated with CEO to insure all deadlines were met accordingly. • Succeeded in interviewing, reporting, and editing news stories.

Sales Experience • (Internship) Advanced Sales Representative

Vector Marketing – Auburn, MA August 2011 – January 2012 • $5,500 in sales: led the branch in sales for multiple weeks. • Performed as keynote speaker at our weekly meetings. • Offered Assistant Manager Position in January 2012 but declined due to educational

commitment. Landscaping Experience

• Lawn and Yard Maintenance Grass Roots Landscaping – Worcester, MA (Seasonal) April 2009 – Present • Managing over twenty landscaping accounts with timely weeding, edging, mowing, mulching,

trimming, and overall preventative maintenance on grass and mulch beds. Education

• Bachelor of Arts: Communication, 2014 Worcester State University – Worcester, Massachusetts, United States

• American Fitness Institute, Currently Enrolled Online Course - http://www.aficertified.com