BIO

John M. Woody

(540) 289-6106 (H) (540) 478-3885 (C)

Non-linear video editor and compositing specialist with management, technical, and teaching experience in all phases of digital program development and distribution.

Education

M.F.A University of North Carolina, Greensboro, NC

College of Fine Arts and Cinema

Broadcasting / Cinema, December, 1990

M.S. Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY

S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications

Telecommunications, August, 1980

B.S. James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA

School of Fine Arts and Communication

Communication Arts, August, 1977

Experience

1985 - Present

James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA

Professor, School of Media Arts and Design

Apple Distinguished Educator

Professor of digital compositing and post production courses including Fundamentals of Media

Design,Basic and Advanced Digital Post Production, Entrepreneurial Video, and others. Developed

Interactive Digital Media area of the school in the ‘80’s. Named an Apple Distinguished Educator by

Apple Computer in 2001. Actively involved with the development of HDTV conversion and digital

filmmaking practices and present nationally at educational conferences and exhibits. Past Technology

Coordinator for Broadcast Education Association, educational division of the National Association of

Broadcasters. BEA Festival of Media Arts awards producer for four years. Produced numerous

promotional videos for the university of which 10 have won First Place awards from the Broadcast

Education Association. Past supervisor of the JMU Video Network, a co-curricular production activity

which produced JMU TODAY, a student EMMY and ITVA Golden Reel winning weekly news magazine

program. Served as faculty senator, on ten university and school committees, and other special

service organizations.

2004 - 2006

James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA

Founder, SMAD Apple Certified Training Center

Developed plans and coordinated the establishment of the first Apple Certified Training Center for Education in the United States. The Center offers numerous certified and non-certified workshops on Final Cut Pro, DVD Studio Pro, Motion, Non-Linear Editing, After Effects, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and other software skills.

2002 - 2005

Broadcast Education Association

Technology Coordinator

Executive Producer, BEA Festival of Media Arts Awards Program

Coordinate all Technology Demonstrations at the national conference of the Broadcast Education Association held at the Las Vegas Convention Center just prior to the National Association of Broadcasters annual convention. In addition, have produced the national awards show for the BEA for the past three years.

1994-97

James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA

Founder and Director , Center for Multimedia (Center for Instructional Technology)

Founder and Director of the Center for Multimedia. The primary mission of the Center is to assist faculty, staff, and administrators in developing specific multimedia skills and knowledge which support instructional, research, and professional activities. Supervise six staff members and fifteen student assistants.

1981 - Present

Media Consultant / Producer-Director

Conceived and produced hundreds of broadcast and non-broadcast programs and commercials for major corporate and institutional clients. Provided research and development expertise through consultancy contracts. Clients include Merck, Inc.; Crutchfield Corporation; Coors, Inc.; CBS Sports; Birdview Satellite Communications; ESPN, Inc.; General Growth Companies; Commonwealth of Virginia; State of Missouri; U.S. Forest Service; Apple, Inc.; and others.

1983 -1985

Southwest Missouri State University, Springfield, MO

Instructor, Communications Department

Instructor of audio and television production courses including: Audio Production; TV Production; Directing for Television; Intro to Telecommunications; ENG Production; New Technologies and Cable; and other special seminars. Designed, acquired funding, and supervised post production video and audio labs. Supervised Your Town! , a student produced series which won two regional EMMY awards and four JVC Finalist awards. Served on numerous committees and advised 60 undergraduate students.

1980 -1983

The Learning Channel, Washington, D.C.

The Discovery Channel Group

1981-Manager of Program Development

Supervised programming staff for national educational / business service cable network, utilizing SATCOM III-R satellite, delivering 120 hours a week to over 1,200 cable systems. Responsible for administration, budget supervision, program development and acquisition, and liaison with Network Vice President and President. Coordinated Network's educational program development from generation of new concepts through production process to distribution, including syndication. Prepared proposals, developed funding methods, negotiated contractual relationships, and served as producer on specific programs.

1980-Program Development Coordinator (The Learning Channel)

Developed educational program series and supervised acquisition of network programming. Duties included management coordination, scheduling, project proposal management, budgeting, production assistance, program evaluation.

1979 - 1980

S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications,

Syracuse University , Syracuse, NY

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Supervised students in production of eight-track, multi-sync television and film soundtracks.

Promotions Manager for Newhouse Productions Supervised the production, editing, and distribution of

promotional materials for the marketing of University facility productions.

1977 - 1979

James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA

Instructor, Communication Arts Department

Instructor of radio, television and film courses including: Basic and Advanced TV Production; The Television Producer; The Television Director; Radio Production; and Oral Communication. Coordinated broadcast student intern program. Served as faculty academic advisor to 75 undergraduate students and member of various committees. Produced and directed University programs.

1976 - 1977

WVPT-TV (PBS) , Harrisonburg, VA

Master Control Technical Operator & Studio Technician

Served as on-air operator and coordinated technical aspects of studio and remote productions.

Academic Honors, Awards, and Fellowships

Video Production Awards

2007

Broadcast Education Association (National)

BEA Festival of Media Arts

Best of Competition (1ST Place)

John M. Woody

“Cat’s Cradle: Saving Lives in the Valley” Fundraising video produced for Cat’s Cradle of Harrisonburg, Virginia.

Award of Excellence

Instructional / Educational Category

“Old Time Music Teacher: Wilbur “Two Gun” Terry. NEA support video for National Heritage Award.

2006

Broadcast Education Association (National)

BEA Festival of Media Arts

Best of Competition (1ST Place)

John M. Woody & Adrienne D’Souza

“MacRockumentary” Documentary on MacRock music festival. Produced in support of the SMAD One Day Scholarship Fund.

2005

Broadcast Education Association (National)

BEA Festival of Media Arts

Award of Excellence

“SMAD Promotional Video”

Promotional video shown to JMU Board of Visitors.

2004

NIRSA (National)

National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association

First Place: Creative Excellence (National)“UREC Promo Video” Promotional video for James Madison University Recreation Center.

2004

Broadcast Education Association (National)

BEA Festival of Media Arts

Best of Competition (1ST Place)

"Blue Ridge Community College Enrollment Spots" Promotional broadcast public service announcements to support Blue Ridge Community College.

Award of Excellence

"One Day/One Community" Documentary about JMU and community shot in 24 hours. Produced in support of the SMAD One Day Scholarship Fund.

2003

Broadcast Education Association (National)

BEA Festival of Media Arts

Best of Competition (1ST Place)

“Foundation 2002—Building a Better Virginia”

John M. Woody & John Hodges Promotional campaign in support of the 2002 General Obligation Bond issue.

Best of Competition (1ST Place)

“Army Surgeon General Video: Army Medical Logistics”” Produced for the Army Surgeon General’s office to help promote effective medical logistics.

2002

Broadcast Education Association (National)

BEA Festival of Media Arts

1st Place

“Beyond JMU: The DVD” Video DVD promotion of activities available to students outside of the JMU Campus. Produced in support of the SMAD One Day Scholarship Fund.

2nd Place

Exceptional Merit

“Outlook 2000 Beginner”

John Woody, Tom McHardy & Dietrich Maune, James Madison University

Interactive Media program teaching Outlook 200 software.

2nd Place

“The Preamble: James Madison Celebration”

Thirty second promotional video for James Madison University

3rd Place

“The Pat McGee Band: Live”

Live on tape concert from Wilson Hall. Produced in support of the SMAD One Day Scholarship Fund.

2001

Broadcast Education Association (National)

BEA Festival of Media Arts

2nd Place

“The New Geography: At James Madison University”

Promotional video for the JMU’s department of Geography.

2nd Place

“IRTS / AERho National Student Competition Ceremony 2000”

National Awards program for AERho – The National Broadcasting Society

2000

Broadcast Education Association (National)

BEA Festival of Media Arts

1st Place-

“One Day / One University” John M. Woody & John Fishell

Video documentary of the life of James Madison University over a 24 hour period. Produced in support of the SMAD One Day

Scholarship Fund.

2000CASE Award (National)

Council for Advancement and Support of Education

James Madison University – Silver Award

“One Day / One University”

1998

Broadcast Education Association (National)

BEA Festival of Media Arts

1st Place

“The JMU Way”

Promotional video produced for JMU’s Human Resources department.

3rd Place

“Explorer: The Virginia General Assembly”

Interactive, educational DVD produced for the office of the Clerk of the Virginia Senate.

1996

Broadcast Education Association (National)

BEA Festival of Media Arts

2nd Place

“The College of Communications and the Arts”

Promotional video produced for the dean of the College.

1994

Broadcast Education Association (National)

BEA Festival of Media Arts

1st Place

“The Classroom of the 21st Century”

Promotional video produced for the Office of President at James Madison University.

1994

NBS-AERho (National)

National Broadcasting Society-Alpha Epsilon Rho

1st Place

“The Classroom of the 21st Century”

Promotional video produced for the Office of President at James Madison University.

1992

Broadcast Education Association (National)

BEA Festival of Media Arts

1st Place

“Stonewall: The Realization of a Vision: 1941-1991

Corporate video produced for Merck & Co., Inc. celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the Stonewall Plant in Elkton, Virginia

1st Place

“Guitar”

Promotional film produced and used by Taylor Guitars and used at NAMM (International Music Products Association) Exhibition show.

1992

EDDY (First Place) (National)

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Association

Category: Corporate Video - Technical Skills Training Video

TITLE: “Aseptic Gowning in Factory 7” Produced for Merck & Co., Inc.

Academic Honors

2007

Apple Learning Fellowship (Spring, 2009)

Award fellowship for research, observation, and collaboration on High Definition Television with Apple, Inc. Education

division, Cupertino, California

2001

Apple Distinguished Educator

Awarded distinguished educator status by Apple, Inc. for work in developing advanced technologies used in creative higher-

ed classes.

Publications / Academic and Professional Presentations

2006

EDUCAUSE

National Conference, Dallas, Texas

Presentation on HDV Video editing, breakout sessions on Compositing with Final Cut Pro and Motion software; and selected

as one of eleven Education Leadership schools supported by Apple, Inc.

2006

NECC

National Conference, Orlando, Florida

Presentation on HDV Video editing, breakout sessions on independent production; and special workshops for K-12 teachers

supported by Apple, Inc.

2005

EDUCAUSE

National Conference, Denver, CO

Presentation on HD editing, breakout sessions on Compositing with Final Cut Pro and Motion software. Supported by Apple,

Inc.

Student Production Awards ( Students I Actively Taught and Coordinated)

2003 BEA Festival of Media Arts: Best of Festival: Student Video Category

1990 AERho(National Broadcasting Society ) Grand Prize -JMU

1989 AERho (National Broadcasting Society ) Grand Prize - JMU

1988 International Television Association (ITVA) State Third Prize, JMU

1988 International Television Association (ITVA) State Second Prize, JMU

1988 International Television Association (ITVA) State Grand Prize -J

1988 AERho (National Broadcasting Society )Honorable Mention - JMU

1988 AERho (National Broadcasting Society )Honorable Mention -JMU

1988 AERho (National Broadcasting Society) Grand Prize - JMU

1988 JVC Pro Award Finalist - James Madison University

1988 International Television Association (ITVA) Finalist, JMU

1988 International Television Association (ITVA) Finalist JMU

1988 International Television Association (ITVA) Golden Reel , JMU

1988 Regional EMMY -Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, JMU

1987 AERho (National Broadcasting Society ) Honorable Mention -JMU

1987 AERho (National Broadcasting Society ) Honorable Mention - JMU

1986 Regional EMMY -Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, SMSU

1984 JVC Pro Award Finalist - Southwest Missouri State University

1984 Regional EMMY -Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, SMSU

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