Ben White
Citrus Heights,CA
Summary
Experienced professional who loves creating engaging content. Skilled at crafting interesting stories, informative articles, and persuasive copy that connects with and inspires viewers.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Writer & Assistant Director
Graydon Films
08.2023 - Current
- Garnered millions of views within a three-month tenure as the head writer while also doubling the clients social media following.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
- Created shot lists, booked talent and locations and prepared sets for shooting to provide comprehensive production support.
- Operated camera, lighting and grip equipment to use during production process.
Director of Photography & Editor
SpotHopper
08.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with production team, consulted on set design, layout and lighting for optimal effect.
- Directed photo shoots for print and digital media, reviewing each element against client standards and expectations.
- Collaborated with producers, identified external talent and grew network of local and global photographers for photographic initiatives.
- Operated camera, lighting and grip equipment to use during production process.
Business Owner
The Sofa King
09.2021 - Current
- Effectively facilitated and closed more than 100 transactions with successful negotiation outcomes.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
Production Assistant
Graydon Films
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Worked with notable clients such as: Amazon, Microsoft, Infinium, and Beewise.
- Worked closely with the production team to ensure seamless operations, preventing disruptions and delay
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Facilitated ongoing production requirements by efficiently transferring items between equipment, conveyors, and staging areas.
Production Assistant
Amazing Facts Inc.
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Communicated with other crew members via walkie-talkies to coordinate production activities.
- Booked talent and catering and prepared sets for shooting to provide comprehensive production support.
Production COVID-19 Compliance Officer
In The Sun Pictures
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Adapted policies swiftly during COVID-19 surges and local community spread
- Created clear guidelines for staff to enhance the effectiveness of PPE and infection control measures
- Monitored entry points to determine if employees and visitors met compliance standards prior to admittance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Terra Nova High School
Pacifica, CA06.2017
Skills
- Deadline Management
- Script Writing
- Creative Storytelling
- Editing Techniques
- Budget Management
- Business Management and Development
- Acting Techniques
- Casting Expertise
- Post-production supervision
- Camera operation and Framing expertise
- Creative Collaboration
- Knowledge of film history
Most Recent Work
Silva Injury Law Inc. "The (Law) Office" Ad campaign
- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmOwsSaOtKkjdI42skkIYU4oAGbp_6Dc1&si=1ToswoazUgd8r0l-
Timeline
Head Writer & Assistant Director
Graydon Films
08.2023 - Current
Director of Photography & Editor
SpotHopper
08.2023 - Current
Production Assistant
Graydon Films
11.2022 - 08.2023
Production Assistant
Amazing Facts Inc.
11.2022 - 02.2023
Business Owner
The Sofa King
09.2021 - Current
Production COVID-19 Compliance Officer
In The Sun Pictures
08.2021 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Terra Nova High School
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