KERON YAN
Carenage
Summary
Dynamic Creative Director with over 22 years of experience, recognized for driving high productivity and efficient project execution. Expertise in strategic brand development, visual design, editing, and cinematography enhances the ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively. Proven skills in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability contribute to delivering innovative solutions that elevate brand presence. Committed to fostering creative excellence while achieving organizational objectives.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director
MediaMill Limited
01.2013 - Current
- Developed and implemented innovative strategies to increase brand awareness.
- Organized cross-functional teams to produce creative content for campaigns.
- Created original concepts, art direction, and designs for multimedia projects.
- Oversaw the production of digital assets such as videos, websites, and interactive experiences.
- Provided guidance on technical aspects of design projects including web development and software engineering.
- Managed a team of designers, copywriters, photographers, illustrators, videographers, and other creatives.
- Researched emerging trends in design and technology to stay ahead of industry changes.
- Evaluated new technologies and techniques to improve workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to define project objectives and timelines.
- Mentored junior staff members on best practices in visual design principles.
- Lead brainstorming sessions to generate ideas for upcoming marketing initiatives.
Director and Editor ( Consultant)
TTT Limited
Port Of Spain
03.2020 - Current
- Set up video editing systems and encoded raw footage into various digital formats.
- Provided assistance with multimedia applications such as audio and video editing tools, graphic design programs.
- Edited raw video clips into a cohesive final product using video editing software.
- Oversaw video editing tasks such as color correction, audio mixing, animation, special effects.
- Edit footage using video editing software.
- Researched new technologies related to video editing software and hardware upgrades.
- Monitored trends in video editing techniques and tools.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Director of Photography
JEM Music Group
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Inspecting sets prior to filming to make sure all elements necessary for shooting are present.
- Coordinating with other departments to ensure smooth production flow.
- Selecting camera equipment based on project requirements.
- Setting up lighting rigs, adjusting light levels and choosing color gels as needed.
- Operating cameras during filming, capturing footage in accordance with the director's vision.
- Editing captured footage into a cohesive story arc that meets the director's standards.
Graphic Artist
CNC 3
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Videographer
- Editor
- Voicing Talent
Acting Production Manager
Gayelle The Channel
01.2004 - 01.2011
- Senior Videographer/Presenter(host) and Producer for Production department
- Head News Editor
- Junior Reporter /news videographer/editor
Board Director
Bp Renegades Steel Orchestra
01.2007 - 01.2009
Master of Ceremonies /Interim PR
Caribbean Prestige
01.2003 - 01.2005
- M.c for International Soca Monarch Preliminaries and Semi Finals
- M.c and Interim PR for the Prelims, Semi finals and finals of the Junior Soca Monarch
Education
Diploma - Cinema Director And Line Producer
Hollywood Film Institute
14860 Valley Vista Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403, U10-2023
Diploma - Feature Film Producer
Hollywood Film Institue
14860 Valley Vista Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403, U10-2023
High School Diploma -
Trinity College
Moka Maraval, Trinidad and Tobago01.2003
Skills
- Cinematography
- Videography
- Editing
- Voicing talent
- Presenting
- Directing
- Story editing
- News reporting
- Production editing
- TV show production
- Feature production
- Acting production management
- Final Cut X and 11
- Premiere Pro
- After Effects
- Motion
- Adobe Suite
- Mac-based programs
- Music video directing
- Media industry expertise
- Design background
- Strategic communications
- Project management expertise
- Television promotion
- Advertising campaigns
- Creative team collaboration
- Brand messaging
- Motion graphics
- Print production
- Storyboard creation
- Visual storytelling
- Content strategy
- Documentary directing
- Technical directing
- Director of Photography
References
- Paolo Kernahan, Executive Director, Idiom Productions, 469-2845
- Kisha Wilson, Corporate communications specialist, Columbus Communication Trinidad Ltd. (Flow), 224-2362
Personal Information
Nationality: Trinidadian
Websites
Accomplishments
- Addy Awards (CMB and McCann Erickson ) KFC street ball social campaign , Nestle Milks (Dancing Girl ) , Maggi Recipes
- Best Feature ( World Media Festival) "In De Music'' TTT
Timeline
Director and Editor ( Consultant)
TTT Limited
03.2020 - Current
Creative Director
MediaMill Limited
01.2013 - Current
Director of Photography
JEM Music Group
01.2012 - 01.2013
Graphic Artist
CNC 3
01.2011 - 01.2012
Board Director
Bp Renegades Steel Orchestra
01.2007 - 01.2009
Acting Production Manager
Gayelle The Channel
01.2004 - 01.2011
Master of Ceremonies /Interim PR
Caribbean Prestige
01.2003 - 01.2005
Diploma - Cinema Director And Line Producer
Hollywood Film Institute
Diploma - Feature Film Producer
Hollywood Film Institue
High School Diploma -
Trinity College
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