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Jasper Ian Jones

Athens,OH

Summary

Astute filmmaking professional successful at writing, directing and editing productions. Analytical and decisive leader with strong multitasking, planning and problem-solving abilities. Gifted communicator and diplomatic conflict manager. Well-versed in overseeing all facets of film production, from conceptual development through final delivery. Proficient in every behind-the-scenes position and all related equipment. Versed in working with clients and promoting products.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Preparation Worker

Chipotle
08.2023 - Current
  • Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.
  • Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in consistently arriving for scheduled shifts to meet service demands.
  • Supported kitchen team by being responsive and pitching in to complete tasks.
  • Maintained organization in kitchen to keep track of multiple tasks and prepare meals correctly.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.

VFX Artist

Ranger Daze
04.2021 - Current
  • Worked with directors, technical staff and editors to refine designs and better reach end goals.
  • Knowledgeable in After Effects and Blender.
  • Advanced designs from concept toward implementation by creating mock-ups for review.
  • Managed edits in close collaboration with editing team and incorporated required changes into updated designs.
  • Achieved production targets consistently by tracking and managing workflow through departments.

Freelance Filmmaker

Self Employed Services
02.2018 - Current
  • Produced marketing videos to help businesses increase revenue.
  • Completed pre-production planning such as setting budgets, hiring crew, and cast members and obtaining permits.
  • Created advertisement for Last Shot Distillery which appeared on television for over 4 million viewers.
  • Drafted, directed and produced 3 short films by raising over $4,500 from crowdfunding campaign.
  • Experienced in wedding videos, short form content, social media content, and advertising.
  • Coordinated with production team, producer and director to pinpoint creative vision, determine technical needs, and devise shooting schedule.

Fuel Center Clerk

Kroger
09.2022 - 07.2023
  • Maintained clean and orderly work station.
  • Cleaned up gas and other spills in accordance with spill procedures.
  • Built trustful relationships with customers to encourage return visits.
  • Checked customer identification for alcohol, cigarette, and lottery sales.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to enhance customer loyalty and increase client base.

Film Editor

Hocking College
10.2020 - 07.2021
  • Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects.
  • Supervised editing, dubbing and color correction as part of post-production.
  • Organized assets by collecting data from camera media, transcoding video, and audio files and managing file backup to digital asset management system.
  • Saw concepts through to completion by working to develop final edits, color and other elements in post-production process.
  • Delivered edits on time for reviews and final delivery.

Cinematographer

Hocking College
10.2020 - 07.2021
  • Collaborated with colleagues to find creative solutions to challenges facing team.
  • Planned number and type of cameras, angles and lighting requirements for shoots.
  • Directed work of up to 20 crew members.
  • Performed research on available locations, sun position, props and weather conditions at prospective film sites.
  • Has worked on professional movie sets, commercials, music and wedding videos.
  • Read and understood scripts, shot lists and location plans.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film And Video Production

Ohio University
Athens, OH
05.2023

Associate of Arts - Film And Video Production

Hocking College
Nelsonville, OH
05.2021

High School Diploma -

Logan High School
Logan, OH
05.2019

Skills

  • Quality Control
  • Project Management
  • Client Relations
  • Directing Experience
  • Video Editing
  • Problem-Solving
  • Audio and Visual Effects
  • Hand Drawing
  • Creative Collaboration
  • Color Correction Knowledge
  • Premier Pro
  • Creative Thinking

Accomplishments

  • Nominee Award from The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
  • Created commerical for Last Shot Distillery that was viewed on New York TV by 4 million people.
  • Screened at a top rated genre film festival, Nightmares Film Festival, in Columbus, Ohio at Gateway Theater.
  • Worked alongside colleges to create a small company, Ranger Daze.
  • Created scholarship in honor of childhood friend who passed.
  • Successfully acquired a $2000 grant for Hocking College School of Film.
  • Raised $4,500 from crowdfunding campaign for Senior Thesis.

Timeline

Food Preparation Worker

Chipotle
08.2023 - Current

Fuel Center Clerk

Kroger
09.2022 - 07.2023

VFX Artist

Ranger Daze
04.2021 - Current

Film Editor

Hocking College
10.2020 - 07.2021

Cinematographer

Hocking College
10.2020 - 07.2021

Freelance Filmmaker

Self Employed Services
02.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film And Video Production

Ohio University

Associate of Arts - Film And Video Production

Hocking College

High School Diploma -

Logan High School
Jasper Ian Jones