Michael Raichyk

SBergerac@earthlink.net (513) 947-0407

PO Box 54050 Cincinnati OH, 45254

EDUCATION

Ohio Center for Broadcasting
Specializing in non-linear editing using Adobe Premier, Axagon Composer, Avid and
VideoWave. Knowledge of 3D animation programs such as Bryce, Poser, and Raydreams.
In studio and on location camera operation. Plus linear experience.
University of California, Berkeley 1993-94 Computer Programming
Iowa University, 1992-93 Chemistry
Northern Kentucky University, 1989-91 English Major, Theatre & Political Science

WORK EXPERIENCE

Broadcasting/Video Production

Videographer specializing in movie production, art/music video, martial arts exhibition,
theater auditions, small business support and private/non-profit/political special events.
Cameraman and floor director for Northern Kentucky Magazine.
Website graphic & audio effects construction,
On location music video production with Alpha Recording.
Announcer at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Public Relations
Represented the Planetarium in public forums such as newscasts and Cable TV panel
discussions. Aided in preparation and teaching of astronomy classes for adults and
children. Occasionally assisted with archaeology and nature classes.

Front Desk Management & Sales
Worked in the Planetarium Book & Gift Shop, 1988-95, and was responsible for
remaining current on astronomical publications for recommendations to public.
Sales of telescopes, models and gifts. Front desk duties and ushering.
Tended bar at the Sharonville Sheraton 1995-96.
Sales and inventory at the Waycross and UnionCentre Blockbuster Video 1999-present.

Technical Skills - Audio/Visual
Responsible for operation of planetarium shows, including automation systems,
sound systems, projection system and electrical systems.
Implemented systems for new shows

Organizational/Team Building
Responsible for organization of team activities required to implement and operate
planetarium shows. Organized collections for new Planetarium Library, 1990-92, as
well as managing cataloging and lending.

Professional Driver - Class B Vehicle, Instruction and Maintenance
Over 2600 hours/20 months on the road experience, mostly on vehicles up to 38 feet

HOBBIES/SKILLS

Martial Arts Pentjack Silat
Costumes & Mask Creation and Collecting

HISTORY

Bergerac Productions Blockbuster Video Intermedia Cable TV Ryder Student Transportation AAAA International Driving School Independent Payphone Provider, 1995-97 Sharonville Sheraton Cincinnati Museum of Natural History --Planetarium Staff, 1992-95 --Docent, 1987-1992

Videographer/Owner, 2000-present Parttime customer service 1999-present Cameraman, Floor Director, 1999 Class B Vehicle Driver, 1997-1999 On-the-road Trainer, 1996-97 Parttime small business venture. Bartending 1995-96 Planetarium closed due to lack of funding and political issues.

OBJECTIVE Involvement in technical productions, variety in assignments, opportunity for
skill development and artistic expression, responsibility & independence.