Alex Pera
Evanston,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in organizational management, creative problem-solving, and operational efficiency. Committed to leveraging innovative strategies and a keen eye for detail to enhance workflow processes and drive productivity. Expertise in streamlining operations and fostering a collaborative work environment that supports team success. Passionate about implementing solutions that exceed organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Videographer/Cinematographer
Gaucho Films LLC
Chicago, IL
02.2022 - Current
- Scheduled and organized meetings for clients and producers.
- Created shot lists that works best for crew, cast and location.
- Created a story/mood board for music videos, advertisements, and short films.
- Managed camera and lighting equipment.
- Communicated with clients and crew to fulfill their vision.
Production Assistant, J. Balvin Documentary
Mass Appeal Inc.
Chicago, IL
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Assisted the crew with camera and lighting equipment.
- Drove Vans and Box trucks, Airport pick-ups, food runs for the cast and crew.
- Assisted the art department, Assembled and disassembled set pieces.
- Handled Returns for rental equipment and props. Kept track of receipts and petty cash.
- Interacted with J Balvin's tour crew to provide local guidance and support.
Video Editor
OA productions
Chicago, IL
11.2020 - 10.2022
- Organized of all recorded video files.
- Maintained a theme and atmosphere desired by the clients.
- Edited a video in a deadline-driven environment.
- Color-graded all video files.
- Exported and shared the video to its highest quality.
Painter, Maintenance
Illinois commercial & industrial painting co
Chicago, IL
12.2017 - 01.2019
- Budgeted the amount of paint needed for the specific project.
- Booked clients for paint jobs, answered customer service calls and questions.
- Sought, hired and trained incoming painters.
- Supplied labor and handled lunch orders for the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Maine West High School
Des Plaines05-2015
Skills
- Video Editing (Premiere Pro & FCP7)
- Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar Docs, Drive)
- macOS, iPadOS and iOS
- Camera Operation & Directing Experience
- Production Management
- Location Scouting
New York Tri State Film Festival, Best Editing
Awarded Best Editing for the short film Microdose. Directed, Edited and Filmed by me.
Timeline
Videographer/Cinematographer
Gaucho Films LLC
02.2022 - Current
Video Editor
OA productions
11.2020 - 10.2022
Production Assistant, J. Balvin Documentary
Mass Appeal Inc.
01.2019 - 02.2022
Painter, Maintenance
Illinois commercial & industrial painting co
12.2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Maine West High School