ABOUT TRAVIS
Travis is an award-winning Creative with over 20 years of experience in creative direction, video production, and brand management. Currently, with Centene Corporation, he has consistently delivered breathtaking, dynamic, and engaging content that accelerates company goals and captivates audiences. Leveraging research and leading market trends, Travis excels in creating video, digital elements, and long-form content that align with enterprise objectives and exceed expectations. His strategic mindset and proficiency in the latest video production technologies enable him to deliver exceptional results, fostering collaboration and innovation in every project.
RESUME
Senior Multimedia Specialist, Centene Corporation, Remote, 2022 - Present
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Lead Creative Production of Complex Videos and Motion Graphics
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Provide Leadership by Designing a Robust Framework and Empowering the Team
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Align Multimedia Initiatives with Enterprise Goals, Proactively Solve Challenges, and Inspire Meaningful Learning Experiences
Creative Director, KARE-TV, Minneapolis, MN 2019 - 2022
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Lead Highly Talented Creatives, Creative Assets, Equipment and Technologies
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Write, Shoot, Edit, Design News Promotional Spots, Print and Social Media Elements
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Manage Outside Vendors, Freelancers, Artists and Talent
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Innovate New and Exciting ways to Market Local News and Information
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Create on Brand Guides and Concepts for Internal and External Stakeholders
Senior Creative Producer, KARE-TV, Minneapolis, MN 2016 - 2019
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Write, Shoot, Edit, Design News Promotional Content and Digital Elements
Brand Manager, WISC-TV, Madison, WI 2015 - 2016
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Craft and Execute Strategies for a Strong, Consistent Brand Presence
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Collaborate Across Teams for a Cohesive, Impactful Brand Representation
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Create Compelling Promotional Content, Driving Audience Engagement, and Enhancing Brand Recognition
Writer/Producer/Editor/Photographer, WCCO-TV, Minneapolis, MN 2014-2015
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Write, Edit, Shoot News Promotions and Commercials
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Design Graphics for Commercial and News Production
Senior Creative Producer, WKBT-TV, La Crosse, WI 2010-2014
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Edit and Shoot Local Commercials
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Design Graphics for Commercial Production
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Conceive, Shoot, Edit News Promos
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Create Graphics for WKBT-TV and WISC-TV
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Manage station brand and image
Adjunct Faculty, Winona State University, Winona, MN 2012-2013
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Teach Intro Broadcast Courses to Mass Communication Students
Photographer, WKBT-TV, La Crosse, WI 2008 - 2010
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Shoot and Edit Local News Coverage for Daily News
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Create and Execute Special Video Projects for News
Photographer, WXOW-TV, La Crosse, WI 2004-2008
EDUCATION May 2008
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communication Winona State University, Winona, MN
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Proficient with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier Pro, After Effects, Element 3D, Lightroom, Apple Final Cut Pro 7/X, Pages, Keynote, Avid NewsCutter XP, iNews, Microsoft Office, DVCPRO, XDCAM, FS7 and Canon/Sony DSLR equipment, FAA UAS Part 107 Certified.
AWARDS
Midwest Regional Emmy (`09, `14, `18, `19, `20, `21) ProMax (`19, `20)
Edward R Murrow (`14) Alfred I. duPont-Columbia Award (`19)
WBA 1st place Best Sports Video (`08, 09), WBA 1st place Best News Video (`09),
WBA 1st Promotional Announcement (`09, `10, `11, `15) WBA 1st place Best Commercial (`11,`13)