Ashtin Kane

Open to new opportunities

United States

About

Versatile professional with a strong foundation in videography and legal support. Experienced in capturing and editing high-quality audio and visual content for various purposes, including legal proceedings. Skilled in operating a range of software and equipment to ensure accurate and timely completion of media projects.

Experience

  • Certified Digital Court Reporter and Legal Videographer at Esquire Deposition Solutions, LLC
    Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

    • Capture the audio of legal proceedings in person and remotely using audio equipment and a computer. • Perform advance preparation for all job assignments, including building job worksheets, files, and review of case information. • Prepare and maintain all required reports, logs, and timely respond to all received communications. • Provide setup of hardware for proceedings according to job specifications. • Administer oaths. • Maintain control of the proceeding as the independent authority. • Create detailed annotations of essential testimony for search, review, and transcription purposes. • Provide playback of testimony and marking of exhibits when requested. • Ensure all exhibits are secured, proper backup of all files is performed, and required worksheets completed and uploaded at close of proceeding. • Produce a quality and complete audio/video recording of the proceeding. • Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor while working independently and in an office environment; and perform other duties as assigned.

  • Digital Court Reporter at Lexitas
    May 2025 - Jul 2025 · 3 mos

    • Quickly set up audio equipment in a professional and tidy manner in new and ever-changing environments. • Accurately position and monitor microphone placement for ideal audio capture. • Actively and continuously mix multiple audio tracks for proper level and monitor for interference on a portable audio interface. • Assist clients with varying audio and technology issues both in-person and remotely. • Develop and maintain a high-level understanding of departmental policy, the legal field, and audio technology. • Actively track and log key legal events during legal proceedings, including notating relevant spellings, the introduction of exhibits, and objections. • Swear in deponents and faithfully capture their spoken testimony under oath during depositions and other legal proceedings. • Maintain a calm, neutral, and professional demeanor before, during, and after various legal proceedings.

  • Digital Court Reporter and Legal Videographer at Planet Depos
    Feb 2024 - Nov 2024 · 10 mos

    • Quickly set up audio/video equipment in a professional and tidy manner in new and ever-changing environments. • Accurately position and monitor microphone placement for ideal audio capture. • Actively and continuously mix multiple audio tracks for proper level and monitor for interference on a portable audio interface. • Properly set white balance and exposure in various environments. • Establish and actively monitor appropriate video framing consistent with legal videography norms. • Assist clients with varying audio, video, and technology issues both in-person and remotely. • Develop and maintain a high-level understanding of departmental policy, the legal field, and audio and video technology. • Actively track and log key legal events during legal proceedings, including notating relevant spellings, the introduction of exhibits, and objections. • Swear in deponents and faithfully capture their spoken testimony under oath during depositions and other legal proceedings. • Maintain a calm, neutral, and professional demeanor before, during, and after various legal proceedings.

  • Photography Assistant at Victor O'Neill Studios
    Sep 2023 - Jan 2024 · 5 mos

    • Creating an exceptional customer experience during school picture days. • Greeting students at check-in, working with school officials and helping dress students in their Caps and Gowns. • Creating Integral service on behalf of the Victor O’Neill Photography team. • Acting as Field Assistant to the shoot while also remaining a representative of the company and creating a wonderful experience for students. • Maintaining a positive, friendly, energetic attitude at all portrait shoots. • Checking in customers for their portrait experience. • Ensuring a smooth workflow between various photography stations. • Keeping customers relaxed and ready to take their photos. • Identifying and resolving any customer issues. • Relaying messages between team members, as required. • Attention to detail when entering customer information into a database. • Helping wherever needed if backlogs occur throughout the process. • Adhering to all company policies and directives.

  • Assistant Video Editor at A/B Partners
    May 2021 - Dec 2021 · 8 mos