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California City, CA, USA

Jackee C.

Transforming Narratives & Inspiring Action Through Expertise in Film & Video Technologies

Jackee Chang embodies the essence of a visionary leader in the realm of film and video technology, dedicated to enriching lives through the power of storytelling. With a robust foundation in directing, producing, and editing, Jackee excels in bringing narratives to life within set budgets and timelines, fostering a culture of motivation, collaboration, and inspiration among teams. A polymath with skills ranging from videography to leading post-production departments, coupled with a passion for teaching and positive societal impact, Jackee’s journey is marked by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and the transformative power of stories.

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Experience

Jun 2021 — Present
Adobe

Adobe

Senior Engineering Manager

Adobe is changing the world through digital experiences, helping customers create, deliver, and optimize content and applications.

Mar 2018 — Jun 2021
Adobe

Adobe

Lead Software Quality Engineer (Premiere Pro Family)

  • Strategized on enhancing overall test coverage for Premiere Pro, leading to improved application reliability and user satisfaction.
  • Served as a scrum master, effectively utilizing Jira to keep the software development team on schedule and track.
  • Developed testing cases and automation suites, significantly improving Premiere Pro's performance and quality.
  • Provided crucial insights to the development team on editorial workflows, aligning software development with user needs in the video editing domain.
Mar 2014 — Sep 2014

KVLA TV

Head of Content, Production and Post-Production Strategy

KVLA TV, a Vietnamese community television network, offers premier programs to preserve the values, culture, and heritage of the Vietnamese and Asian American communities.

  • Consulted on original programming with the Production and Management team, enhancing the channel's diverse and cultural content offering.
  • Created and wrote original stories for the development team, contributing to the network's mission of delivering high-quality entertainment.
  • Mentored the production team and created templates for budgets, schedules, planning, shot lists, and editorial processes, streamlining production workflows.
  • Organized initial editing bays and facilitated editorial feedback between executives and field producers, ensuring a cohesive deliverable.
Oct 2010 — Feb 2018
Apple

Apple

Sr Software QA Engineer (Professional Apps)

Apple Inc. is an American multinational corporation and technology company, known for its consumer electronics, software, and services.

  • Liaised with users, engineers, and designers to document application needs, facilitating enhancements in Final Cut Pro X.
  • Influenced UI decisions to optimize editorial experiences within Apple’s Professional Applications.
  • Crafted testing parameters and plans, spearheading quality assurance for new feature development in Final Cut Pro X.
  • Presented and implemented new features across multiple iterations, demonstrating a pivotal role in product evolution and user satisfaction.
Jul 2009 — Sep 2010
HRTV

HRTV

Digital Assets Manager

HRTV is a television-based multimedia network dedicated to horseracing, featuring racing action from the world's greatest racetracks and a variety of equestrian programming.

  • Encoded digital assets to formats suitable for editors and producers, supporting the seamless creation and distribution of content.
  • Created a comprehensive digital library and implemented a tapeless workflow for the Editorial department, enhancing efficiency and data management.
  • Provided crucial technical support and designed backup strategies for the station’s tapeless workflow, ensuring data integrity and continuity.
  • Designed editorial workflows for SAN-based multi-user environments, significantly improving collaboration and productivity among team members.
Sep 2004 — May 2009
Atlantis Events

Atlantis Events

Producer

Atlantis Events is the world leader in entertainment cruise ship charters, specializing in the gay and lesbian community.

  • Hired and coordinated shooters to capture live events, leading to the creation of 31 location specific, branded videos within budget and on time.
  • Created and managed the production of over 30-40 hours of footage, effectively translating it into polished content through crafted storyboards and shot-lists.
  • Successfully edited string-outs of various events, shows, and skits, establishing a comprehensive content library for future editing and promotional use.
  • Showcased ability to meet tight deadlines by producing 15-20 minute branded videos, maintaining the high standards and engaging content expected by Atlantis Events.