Resume of F. Harrison Dreves
SKILLS
WORK EXPERIENCE
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Content writer and editor January 2017-present
University of Colorado Boulder, College of Media, Communication and Information
Content Production Coordinator May 2015-January 2017
The National Academies, Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences
Communications Specialist December 2013-April 2015
The National Academies, Space Studies Board
Lloyd V. Berkner Space Policy Intern [paid] June-September 2013
Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
Video Communications Intern [paid] May-August 2012
Vanderbilt Student Communications, Inc.
Senior Video Producer, Writer [paid] August 2009-May 2013
EDUCATION -- Vanderbilt University 2009-2013
Member, National Association of Science Writers 2013-present
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Voting Member, Board of Directors, Vanderbilt Student Communications Inc.
Member, Chancellor's Committee on Digital Media & the Internet
President & Instructor, Wilderness Skills Course [student-run course]
Shift Manager, Vanderbilt University Outdoor Recreation Program
- Filming, editing, and disseminating video content (professional video and DSLR cameras)
- Science, journalistic, and advocacy writing; familiarity with AP Style
- Graphic design for publication layout and simple illustration
- Interview technique in studio and field for video or written articles, including lighting
- Developing release and dissemination plans for events and publications
- Building contact lists and identifying channels to reach stakeholder groups
- Software proficiencies: Final Cut Pro; Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, & InDesign; Microsoft Office; Google Analytics; MailChimp
- Experience with online content platforms (YouTube, Vimeo, Twitter, Reddit, Drupal, Oracle Studio)
WORK EXPERIENCE
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Content writer and editor January 2017-present
- Wrote and edited web content, newsletters, marketing materials, and technical papers
- Filmed and edited videos in lab settings
- Managed client relationships and oversaw communications projects
- Updated blogs and social media accounts for multiple units
University of Colorado Boulder, College of Media, Communication and Information
Content Production Coordinator May 2015-January 2017
- Produced news stories, profiles and promotional content for web and print
- Worked closely with a webmaster to create and maintain the College’s website
- Managed a constellation of Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram accounts
- Promoted and photographed numerous public events
- Launched and edited three internal, bimonthly newsletters
- Coordinated closely with the University’s media relations and communications teams for timely release of content
The National Academies, Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences
Communications Specialist December 2013-April 2015
- Designed and implemented dissemination plans for major policy reports
- Developed in-house video capabilities
- Created various written and graphical materials, including report summaries, infographics, and newsletters
- Planned and promoted events including public lectures, workshops, and an interactive teaching booth for children
The National Academies, Space Studies Board
Lloyd V. Berkner Space Policy Intern [paid] June-September 2013
- Covered Congressional hearings, NASA conferences, and Academy meetings
- Designed and edited 20-page public brochure for 500-page heliophysics report
- Composed policy reports on NASA science & human spaceflight programs
Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
Video Communications Intern [paid] May-August 2012
- Brainstormed and developed new video concepts with communications staff
- Filmed and edited videos of 15 scientific symposia, lectures, interviews, bulletins
- Launched a YouTube channel with ~2,500 monthly views, ~200 subscribers
- Interacted with research community of 2,000 scientists and support staff
Vanderbilt Student Communications, Inc.
Senior Video Producer, Writer [paid] August 2009-May 2013
- Managed assignments for 8-person video staff
- Produced, shot, and edited over 50 video packages appearing on InsideVandy.com
- Interviewed researchers, students, and administrators
EDUCATION -- Vanderbilt University 2009-2013
- Bachelor of Arts, cum laude (top 25% of graduating class)
- GPA: 3.73/4.00
- Majors: Communications of Science & Technology, Earth & Environmental Sciences
Member, National Association of Science Writers 2013-present
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Voting Member, Board of Directors, Vanderbilt Student Communications Inc.
- Oversaw 501(c)3 enterprise responsible for numerous print and online publications
- Managed full-time staff, part-time volunteers, and ~$500,000 annual budget
Member, Chancellor's Committee on Digital Media & the Internet
- Advised university president of opportunities in online education (Coursera)
President & Instructor, Wilderness Skills Course [student-run course]
- Experience with insurance, risk management, budget projections, and recruitment
- Managed meetings and assignments for 19 student instructors
- Organized logistics for numerous 20-person mutli-day trips
- Successfully advocated for funding requests totaling $15,250
Shift Manager, Vanderbilt University Outdoor Recreation Program
- Managed student workers, handled daily finances