Adi Ouderkirk

Hello and Welcome! I'm Mike Ouderkirk, a creative professional and accidental tech wizard with a passion for storytelling, technology, and innovation. You've arrived at my digital portfolio—a place where creativity meets technology, and where each project is an adventure. Explore My Work Here, you'll find a blend of my professional experiences—from film and broadcasting to tech support and entrepreneurship. It's a showcase of not just my work, but the eclectic path that has shaped who I am today. Let's Connect I'm always excited about new opportunities and collaborations. Whether you're looking for someone to tackle a creative project, solve a complex technical issue, or bring a fresh perspective to your team, I'm your guy. Contact Me: Feel free to reach out! Let's see how we can create something amazing together.

What I Do

Video Editor / Motion Graphics

DaVinci Resolve / Premiere Pro / After Effects

Graphic Design

Photoshop / Illustrator / Canva / LightBurn / Scal

Laser / Vinyl / Sublimation

Wood / Slate / Paper / Vinyl

Technical Service Engineer

Windows / Mac / iOS

Client Testimonial

Resume

12 Years of Experience

Education

2004
University Studies

Savannah College of Art and Design

B.F.A
Major - Film and Video
Minor - Multimedia

Experience

2022 - Current
Computer Concepts

Tech Support

•Resolved escalated customer complaints quickly and effectively using excellent communication skills.

•Conferred with users, and conducted computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems and to provide technical assistance and support.

•Created user accounts, configured settings, and installed applications on multiple operating systems.

•Maintained records of daily data communication transactions, problems, and remedial actions taken and installation activities.

 

2017- Current

Freelance

Oversaw design process with each client from initial idea and concept to final production.

•Edited digital images to improve the overall look of a project.

•Completed creative deliverables within established deadline.

•Conducted research on competitors and market trends.

•Manipulated images for use on websites to promote company offerings online.

•Used camera, to make layout prints for supervisors and clients.

•Designed graphics for social media campaigns, such as Facebook ads and Instagram posts.

2018 - 2020
OffBeat Boards & Bikes

Owner

•Spearheaded multiple projects from concept through completion while successfully managing budgets and timelines on each project.

•Monitored industry trends to identify opportunities for improvement.

•Analyzed data from financial reports to identify areas of improvement in business operations.

•Developed print advertising, social media campaigns, and networking events to deliver messages to target audience.

•Established and maintained business relationships with local suppliers to boost business.

•Reviewed financial statements, sales reports, and other performance data to measure productivity.

•Directed administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services.

2012 - 2016
Amazon

Technical Support / Systems Administrator

•Developed test plans for applications prior to deployment in order to ensure quality assurance.

•Investigated root cause analysis for incidents reported by users or identified through monitoring tools.

•Created scripts to automate day-to-day system administration tasks using PowerShell and Batch files.

•Created user accounts and set up security levels to ensure data protection while allowing access to authorized personnel only.

•Implemented security measures in accordance with company policies for data protection.

•Installed, configured and maintained computer systems, networks, printers and other related devices.

•Managed DNS records for internal domains as well as external domains hosted on third party providers.

•Performed system upgrades including installation of new hardware components or software packages.

•Managed backup, security and user help systems.

•Conducted regular system maintenance activities such as virus scanning and patch management.

•Participated in team meetings for discussing new projects or improvement initiatives within the IT department.

•Provided users with technical support for computer problems.

•Worked closely with vendors for resolving any hardware or software related issues.

•Configured and managed Cisco routers, switches and firewalls to ensure secure access to the network infrastructure.

•Installed, configured and maintained Windows Server operating systems on physical and virtual machines.

•Performed system administration tasks such as user account management, patching, software installation and troubleshooting.

2011-2012
Drivve

Lead Video Editor

2009-2011
HallBrook Productions

Lead Video Editor / Motion Graphics artist

2005-2007
Cartersville City Schools

Tech Support / Systems Administration

2000-2004
MicroCenter

Certified Macintosh Desktop Tech

Graphic Applications

Adobe Photoshop

95%

After Effects

90%

Sketch

65%

Canva

90%

Illustrator

80%

LightBurn

90%

DaVinci Resolve

75%

Adobe Premiere Pro

85%

IT Software

WIndows 10 / 11

85%

Mac / iOS

90%

JamF

70%

Office 365

75%

Active Directory

90%

SCCM

85%

Jira

80%

WordPress

85%

Microsoft Teams

75%

Portfolio

The Shadow Conspiracy Sign

The Shadow Conspiracy Sign

Laser Cut, Retail
Cat Display Stand

Cat Display Stand

Illustrator / LightBurn, Laser Cut
Demo Reel

Demo Reel

Broadcasting
Hooters Amazing spot

Hooters Amazing spot

Broadcasting
29195 Hooters Super Pool Tv Spot

29195 Hooters Super Pool Tv Spot

Broadcasting
30 sec Spot

30 sec Spot

Broadcasting
Broadcasting Slates – Menus – Stingers

Broadcasting Slates – Menus – Stingers

Broadcasting
Product Shots

Product Shots

Photography, Retail
Nature Photography

Nature Photography

Photography

Contact

Get in Touch

Graphics / Photography

Artisan Gifts

Laser Cutting / Vinyl

Freelance Available

How Can I Help You?

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