40 Years of Global Video Expertise

Contact Information: ed@mcnichol.com / 425-239-4414
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Summary

I am a communications professional with four decades of global video expertise. My firm designs, builds, and operates innovative shipboard video solutions that provide scientific content recording, satellite transmission operations and sophisticated workflows, enabling a rich interactive connection to a worldwide audience. I have served as Video Systems Specialist & Expedition Photographer on more than fifty international missions, capturing dynamic images of vessel operations.


Experience


Vice-President, Mumbian Enterprises, Inc.
2004 - Present, Global
• Freelance video editor, motion graphics artist, post-production supervisor, and workflow consultant
• Train, coach and mentor editors and technical directors
• Assist with the development, testing and documentation of technologies for video equipment manufacturers

Video Systems Consultant, Pelagic Research Services
2020 - Present, Global
  • Assist client in improving imaging systems
  • Create mission specific workflows
  • Provide at-sea Video Engineer staffing

Video Operations Manager, Ocean Exploration Trust
2006 - Present, Global
  • Responsible for all aspects of video system operation, including design, documentation, staffing and budget
  • Designed and built Mobile Control Vans
  • Developed extensive mentoring program for Interns & Young Professionals

Video Systems Consultant, Canadian Scientific Submersible Facility
2012 - Present, Sidney, BC, Canada
  • Contribute to the redesign of the ROV ROPOS control room and video systems
  • Contribute recording technology and imaging system updates
  • Provide input on communications policies

Video Project Manager, UW School of Oceanography
2010 - 2015, Seattle, WA
  • Design, build and operate video system for scientific recording, video production and transmission from sea
  • Contribute to planning and deployment of cabled underwater observatory

Video Systems Consultant, Schmidt Ocean Institute
2013, Global
  • Design, build, install shipboard video streaming system
  • Write documentation and train crew on system operation

Video Engineer, NOAA Ocean Exploration
2012 - 2016, Global
  • Control ROV cameras and record content segments during ROV dives
  • Develop media file processing workflow
  • Shoot & edit stills and video productions at sea

Video Producer / Editor, NOAA Ocean Media Center
2010 - 2013, Seattle, WA
  • Produce, write and edit documentaries for NOAA
  • Certified as a NOAA Observer Diver

Post-Production Supervisor, University of Washington

2001 - 2008, Seattle, WA
• Supervise busy Xsan post-production facility, producing 300 projects annually worth $600,000 in revenue
• Tripled production capacity by implementing highly efficient technology, staffing and shared workflow solutions
• Recruit, train, mentor and manage a diverse staff of Editors, Graphic Artists and Assistant Editors

Instructor / On-Site Trainer, Sony
1991 - 2001, Global
• Trained Editors and Technical Directors worldwide on Sony high end broadcast products
• Developed custom training agendas, course curricula and supporting materials
• Contributed to development of next-generation digital tools

Digital Media Specialist, Victory Studios
1994 - 2001, Seattle, WA & Los Angeles, CA
• Edited a wide variety of complex material in 13 linear and disc-based editing suites
• Specialized in difficult projects and challenging clients demanding organization, efficiency and solid client skills
• Evaluated and reported on new technology and industry trends for HighDef Magazine

Online Editor, Syntax Productions
1991 - 1994, Anchorage, AK
• Edited commercial and long form productions for production arm of television station
• Assisted in the design and implementation of new post-production facility

Senior Editor, Westcom Productions
1987 - 1991, Eugene, OR
• Served as primary editor responsible for creating ESPN Home Video Library
• Also edited corporate and long form content
• Managed and reviewed work of two staff editors

Video Production Specialist, State of Oregon
1985 - 1987, Salem, OR
• Wrote, produced and edited productions for various state agencies
• Prepared biennial budget for production facility and audio / video department

Motion Picture Specialist (84C), U.S. Army
1982 - 1985, Ft. Hunter Liggett, CA
• Edited and produced documentaries of tests conducted on future weapons and tactics
• Cross-trained as Television Production Specialist (84F)

Education


High School Diploma - 1982
Archbishop John Carroll High School for Boys
Radnor, PA

Motion Picture Specialist (84C)
- 1983
U.S. Air Force Air Training Command
Lowry Air Force Base, CO
Honor Graduate

Television Production Specialist (84F) - 1985
U. S. Army
Fort Hunter Liggett, CA

Certifications and Credentials


  • Transportation Worker Identification Card
  • STCW Mariner Basic Safety Training (Fire Fighting, Personal Survival Techniques, First Aid, CPR, AED, PSSR)
  • Merchant Mariner Credential
  • Cobham / SeaTel Satellite Dish Systems Operations
  • PADI SCUBA Divemaster + HSA, Rescue Diver, Deep Diver, Boat Diver, AOW, OW
  • Apple Certified Professional


Civics


Co-Facilitator, CLL Support Group
2022 - Present
  • Facilitate monthly support group for patients, caregivers and family members

President, Board of Directors, Highland Trails Homeowners Association
2011 - 2022
  • Managed HOA for 116 homeowners
  • Budgeted for annual operations and maintenance
  • Developed and implemented financial controls and related policies

Co-Founder, Seattle Final Cut Pro User Group
2006 - 2017
• Develop and present monthly lessons and demonstrations using Final Cut Studio and related tools
• Build community of fellow editors and manage membership, group website and vendor relations

Commissioner, City of Mill Creek Planning Commission
2008 - 2016
• Contribute to Comprehensive Plan for development of land and building uses in the City of Mill Creek
• Hold public hearings concerning land uses in the city
• Make recommendations on proposed land use regulation to the City Council

Board of Directors, Seattle World Percussion Society
1997 - 2004

• Help oversee 501(c)3 nonprofit organization focused on building community
• Transformed organization to new self-sustaining model
• Elected to President of the Board of Directors for 4 years