SPECIALTIES: Windows and Macintosh. Applications: Premier Pro, Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut pro Studio, Macromedia Studio, Sketch Up, Maya, Motion Graphics, MS Office, Adobe After Effects, Sound Booth, Sound Track Pro, Photoshop, Bridge, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash, Media encoder.

1. Omar D. Gaitan
Miami, FL 33014 | 305-318-5795 | omardgaitan@gmail.com | Omargaitan.com
SUMMARY: Skilled, dynamic, and innovative designer with over 5 years experience in computer
graphics, photography and digital multimedia with expertise in sound, image, motion, interactivity and
interface design. Creative self-starter with keen visualization and conceptual skills to bring raw ideas
into functional, effective and inspiring realities for brands. Excellent communicator with strong technical
writing and presentation skills in English and Spanish. Results-focused team player with a positive
attitude and an aptitude for completing projects ranging in scope from small to large, while meeting
tight deadlines and adhering to strict budgets.
SKILLS
Ø 3D Modeling
Ø Rendering & Animation
Ø Media Integration
Ø Visual Effects Editing
Ø Motion Graphics
Ø Brand Development
Ø Pre and Post Production
Ø Bilingual: English & Spanish
Ø Prepress and print-making
Ø Audio Editing
Ø Sound Design
Ø Graphic Design
EXPERIENCE
AREAS USA, July 2016-January 2017, Miami, FL
Graphic Design Coordinator
Build final product for all video & Print content as a sequence consisting of shots from raw camera
footage, dialogue, sound effects, and graphics. Create visual concepts, using computer software, to
communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate consumers. Develop the overall layout and
production design for advertisements, brochures, magazines, and corporate reports.
SYSTEMAX - TigerDirect, December 2014-February 2016, Miami, FL
Production Manager
Skillfully manage the development and production of all video and media content, facilitating the
transmission of all online and live streaming videos, and TV and radio advertising to drive brand
development and web site traffic growth. Managed a creative team constructed of 8 individuals on a
daily basis consisting of copy writing, production and editing.
Video Editor
Build final product for all video content as a sequence consisting of shots from raw camera footage,
dialogue, sound effects, and graphics. Play key role in the postproduction process, ultimately delivering
high-quality products for every project.
SOMOSTV, May 2012-December 2014, Miami, FL
Channel Manager
Worked with footage for scripted TV shows, documentaries, featured films, sale stapes, professional
training videos and advertisements for over 40 shows, some including Dr. Seuss, Paddington the Bear,
Dive Olly Dive and many more. Mentored 2 interns in video editing, audio recording and instructed
multiple projects from start to finish.

2. Omar D. Gaitan
Miami, FL 33014 | 305-318-5795 | omardgaitan@gmail.com | Omargaitan.com
TV Editor
Transformed raw footage filmed on the set of TV shows including Bali, Guess with Jess, Sam Sam and
semillitas into a polished final product ready for broadcast, using multiple pieces of software to mix
video footage with audio, music, sound effects, and special effects.
ECO-COACH, January 2011-January 2012,Washington, DC
Multimedia Design Intern
Designed posters and presentations to support diverse sustainability issues and give the U.S. Senate
specialized tools for effectively reaching their audiences through visual messages that inspire action.
PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY INTERFRATERNAL COUNCIL, Fall 2008,State College, PA
Filmographer/Photographer
Documented and created film for potential new members to help promote value of participation in
council events.
LAKE COUNTY PRESS, Summer 2006,Waukegan, IL
Graphic Design Assistant
Shadowed graphic designers and worked with cylinder scanners, professional photographic images, and
12 press printers.
SOFTWARE EXPERTISE
Windows and Macintosh. Applications: Premier Pro, Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Studio, Macromedia
Studio, Sketch Up, Maya, Motion Graphics, Avid, Adobe After Effects, Sound Booth, Sound Track Pro,
Photoshop, Bridge, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash, Media encoder, MS Office.
EDUCATION
Master of Fine Arts, Media Design, Full Sail University, Winter Park, FL, January 2012
COURSES & FOCUS
Ø Media Literacy
Ø Research Methodologies
Ø Designing Success
Ø Defining Client Needs
Ø Brand Development
Ø Effective Copy Writing
Ø Design Research
Ø Organizational Structures
Ø Design Strategies & Motivation
Ø Design Integration
Ø Multi-Platform Delivery
Ø Measuring Design Effectiveness
Ø Presentation of Design
Solutions
Ø Ethics of Design
Bachelor of Arts, New Media, Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA, December 2008
SELECT DESIGN PROJECTS
• 3D Animation video using Maya, After Effect, and Soundtrack Pro
• Served as Head Graphic Designer for Valley Magazine, a Penn State Fashion Magazine
• Created a graphic novel for elementary school kids using Maya and Illustrator
• Album cover using beats per minute of a song in Photoshop