ALISTAIR MCDONALD

alistairmcdonald215@gmail.com 215-279-0601 www.mcali.org

EXPERIENCE

  • Videographer/Marketing Specialist: Gwynedd Manufacturing, North Wales, PA. Create photo/video content for manufacturing company. Design, schedule and manage social media, marketing and email campaigns. Aug. 2024-present.

  • Photographer/Videographer: PHL-17 TV, Philadelphia, PA. Set up, compose, and execute video shots. Shoot videos for news reports. Confer with other personnel to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements. Edit video clips for television broadcasts and social media. Operate live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations. March 2024-Aug. 2024.

  • Sports Videographer/Content Creator: Princeton University, Princeton, NJ. Shoot and edit video and still photography for university sports teams. Collaborate with players, coaches and other media professionals. Sept. 2023-present.

  • Freelance Videographer/Photographer/Editor: Philadelphia, PA. Conceive, produce, direct, shoot and edit content for small businesses. Create and manage social media. Produce, edit and host podcasts. Client list includes Virtua Health, Red Bull, UFC Battle Grounds, Univ. of Pennsylvania, PHL-17, Fishtown Music and Arts Festival, Wicked Wolf Philadelphia, Remy Martin, FCM Hospitality, Helium Comedy Club, Cannabis Cup, Founding Footsteps. Feb. 2018-present.

  • Videographer/Photographer/Media Content Creator: FCM Hospitality, Philadelphia, PA. Created all media content for Philadelphia-based hospitality and entertainment company. Collaborated on marketing plans and digital initiatives for restaurants, bars and seasonal pop-ups. Coordinated, shot and edited video, drone footage and still photography. Drove development of follower growth and engagement strategies. Assisted with planning, promotions and special events. March 2021-July 2023.

  • Associate Producer/Videographer: PHL17, Philadelphia, PA. Filmed and edited live segments for morning newscast. Created, produced and edited digital content for lifestyle program, Weekend Philler. Researched, pitched and developed story ideas. Coordinated pre-production, including booking of talent, location scouting and crew requirements. Performed audio mixing, color correcting and other post-production tasks. Jan. 2019-Feb. 2021.

  • Creative Services Intern: PHL17, Philadelphia, PA. Assisted with field production for promotions and live events, including Mummer’s Parade, Philadelphia Union soccer and Temple University football.   Sept.-Dec. 2018.

  • Audio Production Intern: Forge Recording, Oreland, PA. Assisted in daily operations of full-service recording studio. Handled equipment, client services and troubleshooting.  Sept.-Dec. 2015.

AWARDS/HIGHLIGHTS

“We are New York’s Very Own.” Wrote, composed and performed song in studio and on location for image promotion campaign for television station in #1 market. WPIX-11 TV, New York.

  • 2021 New York Emmy Winner: Promotions, Promotional Trailer. Emmy Nominee: Craft Specialty: Musical Composition/Arrangement.

  • 2020 Promax North American Stations Gold Award: Holiday/Special Event Promo.

  • 2019 Promax Silver Award: Use of Original Music in a Promo.

“Boots: Fighting Out of Philly.” Directed, produced, shot and edited award-winning short documentary showcasing the history of Philadelphia boxing and the rise of top young prospect, Jaron “Boots” Ennis.

  • Bronze Award: Best Documentary. Independent Shorts Awards June 2019 (Los Angeles International Short Film Festival).

  • Official Selection: Philadelphia Independent Film Festival, May 2019.

RELATED SKILLS/ABILITIES

  • DSLR and cinema cameras; Dejero; Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro; Final Cut Pro; Ableton; Logic Pro; Pro Tools; Reason; Podcasting; WordPress

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor’s Degree, Media Studies and Production. Temple University. May 2020.

  • Associate in Applied Science Degree, Digital Audio Production. Montgomery County Community College, Blue Bell, PA. May 2016.