Wael K. BITAR

wael@barsproductions.com
(314) 779-5852
7792 Bartold Ave., Saint Louis, MO 63143

PROFILE

Well organized and focused in coordinating projects… Have a creative approach…outstanding communication skills, both one-on-one and with a group… Dependable, quick learner; can be counted on to get the job done without supervision. Competent of managing and handling high end Camera equipment with Zero-defect…

EDUCATION

St Louis Community College - 2003 to Present St Louis, Missouri
- Associate Degree in Mass Media Communication/Broadcasting

WORK EXPERIENCE

National Open house a show at HGTV (2006-2007)

Segment of the MONTEL WILLIAMS SHOW

CITY TV 10 Saint Louis (01/06 - Present)
• Video Production Specialist /Producer and Co-Producer
• Non-linear Editing AVID Xpress Pro HD

News 14 Carolina - News photographer, ENG OP - Charlotte, North Carolina (2/04 - 7/04)
• Operated live truck, including set up of microwave signal, run cables, set up lights and monitors, dial IFB, and set up audio and video.
• Gathered breaking news for news shows; Conducted interviews, including setting up live shots at crime scenes, and special events

Lebanese Broadcasting Corporation International (1996 - 2002)
Camera Operator - Adma, Lebanon
• Operated a digital 1000 SONY broadcast camera for news, documentaries, video clips, sports, and music events
• Operated OB-Van camera under the management of the Executive Director
• Training interns, and experiencing their knowledge in broadcasting

International Project Work

In charge of several documentary assignments around the world:
• Egypt - Varity music show (2002)
• Dubai shopping festival 1997-2001
• Qatar - Summer Festival 2001
• Australia - Travel documentary (2000)
• Italy - The annual gathering of youth to meet the Pope (2000)

Co-host of Shabebez TV show

Shabebez (Arabic for young people) is a TV show that targeted an audience between the ages of 17-25.
The Show revolved around topics like music, movies, Internet, and high tech gadgetry
• Created topics for the Show
• Acted as a cameraman and interviewer for field segments of the show

PERSONAL / INTERESTS

Marital Status: Single / 29 Willing to relocate or travel extensively
Languages: English, Arabic and French
Other interest: Music DJ, Amateur Photographer


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