Brett Forrest
Digital Producer and On-Air Reporter · TEGNA Media
Denver, CO
In My Own Words
8+ years experience writing articles, social media posts, and blog content; designing graphics for social media cross-platform sharing and web ads; scripting, shooting, and editing video; shooting action and portrait photos; customer service; and live television reporting. One-man band of media content creation and client/community relations. Outdoor enthusiast/mountain man (36 Colorado 14ers + Kilimanjaro) looking to start work immediately.
Work Experience
Digital Producer and On-Air Reporter
TEGNA Media2017 – 2018
DIGITAL •Integral part of core team to successfully launch a digitally-focused, nationally syndicated TV show with 3 1/2 hours of daily, live programming •Produce digital content for social media in form of shareable/snackable videos, graphics, and images for Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Snapchat BROADCAST •On-camera news producer; pitching, writing, and reporting up to 10 stories a day leading to hundreds of stories covered over the course of season 1. Beats include Science and Tech, Sports, and Entertainment •Monitor social media feeds and interact with viewers •Turn breaking news stories in a fast-paced newsroom environment with tight deadlines-AP Style Writing •Feature in solo �field segments promoting partners, brands, and clients such as the Mission: Impossible movie, the Bachelorette, and Cherry Creek Farmer's Market PRODUCTION •Shoot and edit �field packages for broadcast including segments promoting Denver's 13th Floor Haunted House and Whole Foods' new �flagship store
Online Editor and Photographer
Cheley Colorado Camps2017 – 2017
•Manage Cheley Summer Camp’s media team ensuring on-time delivery of daily content •Write and post daily articles keeping parents around the world informed of camp activities •Shoot and capture hundreds of photos each day for parents and alumni •Curate Cheley’s social media (Facebook and Instagram) for continued marketing success
Commercial Producer
FOX31 Denver News2013 – 2017
•Head creative producer on over 100 news promos and commercials for local and national clients, managing multiple projects at once, often integrating interviews, green screen keys, product shots, animations, and 3rd party b-roll •Conceptualize ideas, write scripts, shoot, and edit: -FOX31 promotions, news topicals, Proof of Brand, Proof of Performance, and image spots -15, 30, and 60 sec. commercial spots, PSAs, and digital web ads for clients and advertisers •Cultivate client relationships and ensure on-time delivery of high quality assets on tight deadlines •Oversee �field and studio shoots: stay on budget; location scout; production setup; direct actors, clients and talent; operate cameras; properly light the scene •Videographer and editor for KWGN'S lifestyle program, Colorado’s Best, shooting �field packages for clients such as Ski Cooper and Texas de Brazil •Launch FOX31 Snapchat and Instagram accounts, organically growing audience by 1,000+ in �rst month through creative and engaging content and marketing strategies •Digital content creator (including Facebook and Twitter) utilizing DSLR photography and experimental visual content including 360° videos, Facebook LIVE and Instagram LIVE posts. Events covered include 2016 Valero Alamo Bowl, CU Buff�s football, Burton US Open, and Denver Women's March •FOX31 promotional ambassador at community events including the Dragon Boat Festival and Von Miller's Pro Camp
Marketing Chair
University of Colorado Young Alumni2015 – 2017
•Director of marketing for University of Colorado's largest alumni chapter; utilized paid and organic social media marketing, Email campaigns, graphic design •Plan, organize, and execute events in venues around the Denver area including a professional networking series, "Bu�ffs in the Biz," that earned us the 'Alumni Chapter of the Year' award *Volunteer Position
Video Specialist
University of Colorado Office of Career Services2013 – 2014
•Given 9-month contract to revitalize CU-Boulder's Offi�ce of Career Services video network •Help launch the Bu�ffs Professional Program producing essential videos for students earning professional certifi�cates •Conceptualize, fi�lm, edit, and upload videos ranging in subjects such as overview of the offi�ce and services provided •Create and launch the Offi�ce of Career Services YouTube channel
Product and Equipment Manager
Sender Films2011 – 2013
•Organize, oversee, and maintain all production equipment, ensuring all gear is packed and ready for shoot days •Edit and transcribe interview footage for the popular rock climbing documentaries, Reel Rock 7 and Valley Uprising •Respond to all customer inquiries; fulfill and ship all sales; maintain production equipment and product inventory •Engage audience on social media accounts; publish articles on iMDB and Wikipedia marketing the company
