Henri Lee

Graphic Designer - Multi Media Specialist

Extensive experience designing for print media and on-air broadcast. In-depth knowledge of all technical aspects of retouching. Extensive experience editing in Final Cut Pro for on-air broadcast. Advanced knowledge of DVD authoring and audio preparation. Advanced knowledge of video delivery methods and codec’s. Involved with all stages of a project from initial concept to final production. Ability to work on multiple projects in a high – pressure, deadline – based environment.

Resume

HENRI LEE
henrilee@comcast.net
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EXPERIENCE
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Digital Capture Technician - Freelance April 2012
Bel Ray Photography Shoot - New Jersey

Monitoring of image capture process ensuring that all images were captured properly, including re-touching, colour correcting, croping, black & white converstions and file naming.
Set up and calibrated digital equipment for Photography Shoot.
Strong communication skills with clients and Photographer to ensure images were being captured properly.
Addressed and repaired all technical issues on Photography Shoot.
Raw Conversion to deliverable formats.

Graphic Designer – Freelance Feb 2012 – April 2012
Migralex - New York, NY

Created and designed post cards for direct response advertising.
Manupulated, retouched and colour corrected images for company website.
Created and designed graphics for social networking blog.
Delivered innovative creative solutions with expertise.

Graphic Designer – Freelance Sept 2011 – Oct 2011
CCM News - New York, NY

Designed NTSC & PAL DVD Menus for Mercedez Benz, F – Cell World Drive.
Involved with all stages of a project from initial concept to final production.
One-on-one interaction with clients via telephone, FTP, e-mail and on-site environments.

Graphic Designer - Video Editor – Freelance June 2010 – Sept 2011
Francesco Scavullo Documentary - New York, NY

Advanced Skills in Adobe Photoshop and Bridge.
Created all graphics and typography treatment.
Prepared client’s files for production, including: proofing, image-editing and file conversion.
Retouched and colour corrected all photography back to original condition.
Responsible for tracking and orrganizing all photography assets.
Involved with all Digital Scanning of Photography.
Edited the Documentary on Francesco Scavullo the famous fashion photographer.
Logged and captured all footage from various tape formats.
Mixed all audio: voice over, effects and music
Delivered innovative creative solutions in a high – pressure, deadline – based environment.
Involved with all stages of a project from initial concept to final production.
One-on-one interaction with clients via telephone, FTP, e-mail and on-site environments.

Graphic Designer - New Media Specialist – Staff Jan 2002 – June 2010
Tree House Media - Voltage Video - New York, NY

Expert design skills & knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
Created and designed graphics quickly while conforming to show formats, as well developed long-term projects.
Experienced in all print media and video medium.
Created Logo’s and Typography Treatment for print and video.
Designed DVD & CD cover art for various record label companies.
Designed DVD menus and interactive controls.
Advanced Photography and Digital Scanning skills.
Advanced compositing, masking and image enhancement techniques.
Prepared client’s files for production, including: troubleshooting, proofing, image-editing
and file conversion.
In-depth knowledge of 4-colour printing & digital pre-press.
Edited in Final Cut Pro - Television Spots, Infomercials, Promos and Music Videos.
Advanced knowledge of video delivery methods and codec’s: including but not limited to: H.264, Apple Pro Res, Encapsulated MPEG-2, Transport Streams, QuickTime, FLV and Windows Media.
Advanced knowledge of Video/Audio encoding hardware and software.
Created lower 3rds and end tags for on air Infomercials and PSA’s.
Designed for various video formats - NTSC, PAL and HD.
Performed Daily FTP uploads and posts of video on the web.
Researched and recommend equipment and served as liaison with vendors and manufacturers.
Keeped records of purchases and budget codes.
A developed eye for adjusting image color and tone.
Worked on multiple projects in a high – pressure, deadline – based environment and able to meet deadlines.
Involved with all stages of a project from initial concept to final production.
Responsible for maintaining graphic workstations.
One-on-one interaction with clients via telephone, FTP, e-mail and on-site environments.
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DESIGN QUALITIES
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Strong project management skills.
Ability to meet strict deadlines and be a team player.
Extensive knowledge of fashion trends, music and culture.
Proven ability to communicate and work effectively with multiple departments
Strong understanding of the internet and related technologies.
Strong business and personal ethics.
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CLIENTS
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Elektra Records, Sports Illustrated, AETN, Universal Motown, The New School University, MTV, Lancôme, WEA, VH1, Nickelodeon, Spike TV, MSN, Roca-A-Fella Records, CNBC,
J Records, Fat Head and Edleman.
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ORGANIZATIONS
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The Creative Exchange - Red Bank, NJ Feb 2012 – Present
Founder & Leader of the Group

A dynamic group open to all who want to share their creativity and ideas with other like-minded individuals.
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SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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Photoshop CS5, Illustrator CS4, InDesign CS4, Acrobat Professional, Capture One,
Digital Scanning,Freehand Sketching, Film & Digital Photography, Final Cut Pro, DVD Studio Pro 4, Live Type, Digital Rapids, Cleaner, Compressor, FTP Utilities.
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EDUCATION
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Monmouth University - Long Branch, NJ - BFA

Status

Interested in Fulltime Employment and Freelance Projects

Location

NYC, NY

Specialties

  • Print

Experience

7 years

Affiliations

The Creative Exchange - Red Bank, NJ