Raymon Martindale, IV
Post Production Editor
Ray became the agency’s full-time post production specialist in 2011 after delivering impressive contract work in 2010. His expertise with Final Cut Pro, After Effects and Premiere Pro adds pop and pizzazz to Dearing Group video productions through compositing, editing and animation.
Prior to joining the agency, Ray served as production coordinator for Imaginaut Entertainment in Los Angeles for two years — scouting locations, generating production estimates and being an account liaison. Ray earned a B.S. in Theatrical Studies (with a concentration in film) from Ball State University in 2006.
Ray loves dogs and Martin Scorsese. Speak ill of either one, and he’ll tell you to go home and get your shine box.
Education
B.S. in Theatrical Studies, Ball State University
Relevant professional experience
Two years as a production coordinator in Los Angeles.
Relevant skills and awards
Proficient in Final Cut Pro, After Effects and Premiere Pro.
Professional affiliations and memberships
I am not officially affiliated with anyone but Dearing Group!
Why are you in this profession?
Because I love bringing what seems impossible to life.
Who or what was a big career influence?
Martin Scorsese
What advertising campaign do you wish you had worked on?
Mac vs. PC with Apple. It was a great campaign.
Significant other
No one. Just family.
Where do you reside?
Lafayette, Indiana
Hometown?
Georgetown, Indiana
Astrological sign?
Capricorn
Your finest moment or thing of which you are most proud?
Graduating college. It was a big deal for my parents.
What do you find extremely frustrating?
Not being able to find my keys.
Favorite television show?
"Lost." So awesome. Great storytelling!
Favorite book?
"The Stand" by Stephen King.
Favorite movie?
Wow! Way too hard!
Favorite video game?
"Fallout" or "Final Fantasy." I'm a nerd.
Favorite board game?
"Monopoly." I'm a tycoon.
Favorite cartoon?
"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles." The old version. Not the new one.
Favorite childhood meal?
Taco night, like mom used to make.
Favorite childhood pastime?
Baseball. Baseball. Did I mention baseball?
Who is the best superhero?
Batman.
Favorite subject in elementary school?
Art or music. I'm not sure what my life would have been like without the arts in schools.
What are your favorite Internet sites?
- http://www.appleinsider.com/
- http://www.awkwardfamilyphotos/
- http://www.espn.com/
- http://www.funkyspacemonkey.com/
What is the best vacation you have ever taken?
St. Augustine with my parents; we went several years in a row.
What is your favorite amusement park ride?
"Indiana Jones Adventure" at Walt Disney World.
What is the weirdest thing you have ever eaten?
Sashimi, and it was awesome!
What is your current ring tone?
A standard iPhone ringtone. I know, I'm lame.
What song do you sing in the shower?
"The Star Spangled Banner." Ha! Kidding. "Under Pressure" by Queen and David Bowie.
What words of wisdom changed your life?
“You have everything you NEED. Don't let the WANTS get in the way."
Who would you like to interview?
It would have been Paul Newman.
What is your favorite sport to watch?
Baseball, followed closely by college basketball.
What is your favorite sport to play?
Baseball, definitely. I'm too short to play basketball.
What is your most treasured possession?
Probably my Canon 7D camera. Mmmm.
What was your first job?
I worked as a clerk in a pharmacy.
What was your first car?
1992 Ford Tempo. Old Sally ... RIP.
What was your first concert?
Matchbox 20.
What is your favorite restaurant?
Kabuki, a great sushi place in Los Angeles.
What gadget could you not live without?
My iPhone. Let's not talk about it. I use it for everything. I'm so addicted.
What type of music do you like?
Rock 'n' roll, hip-hop, jazz.
Favorite band or artist?
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.
Late to bed or early to rise?
Both.
Three things you want to do someday?
- Catch a World Series game.
- Have kids.
- Wrestle a bear.
