Ben Hardy
Summary
I come to work with the same mentality I carry within all aspects of my life. Work hard; failure is a teacher. Make your team better, and show up every day with 100% effort. Winners never quit, and quitters never win. It’s a mentality that applies to my family, my personal integrity, jobs, relationships, and friendships. I hold myself accountable, and take pride in being a sponge. Absorbing all the knowledge I can and asking as many questions as are needed for perfection. Even if some of the questions may be considered stupid. I take pride in the service of people and hold the customer’s satisfaction above all. But above that, at the end of the day, being a good person. One who can have a positive impact on anyone, even a stranger.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Actor
Netflix
New York
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Participated in crowd scenes to enhance film realism.
- Followed director's instructions for positioning and actions.
- Collaborated with crew for seamless scene transitions.
- Maintained professionalism during long filming hours.
- Assisted in background activities to support main actors.
- Engaged with fellow extras to create a believable environment.
Baker
Panera Bread
Queen Creek
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Baked fresh bread and pastries daily following established recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of baking area to ensure safety.
- Operated ovens and baking equipment efficiently throughout shifts.
- Assisted in inventory management for baking supplies and ingredients.
- Monitored product quality to ensure consistency and freshness standards.
- Trained new staff on baking techniques and safety protocols effectively.
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
- Operated ovens and other equipment to bake products according to established recipes.
- Followed food safety guidelines while preparing all food items.
- Ensured that all health regulations were followed at all times while working in the kitchen.
- Decorated cakes with icing, sprinkles and other edible decorations.
- Met with customers to discuss needed bakery items and take orders.
Music Teacher
Self Employed Services
Henderson
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Provided individualized instruction to support student growth in music skills.
- Assessed student progress and adapted teaching methods accordingly.
- Maintained a positive learning environment by providing encouragement and constructive criticism during lessons.
- Conducted rehearsals before major performances including conducting warm-ups and sectionals as needed.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management.
Barista
Bosa Donuts
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Make several different coffees, smoothies, blended coffees, sandwiches, and served donuts.
- Assisted in inventory management for baking ingredients and supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals efficiently.
- Kept records of daily production numbers for each type of item produced.
- Prepared coffee and espresso beverages to customer specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and equipment.
- Assisted customers with menu selections and answered product inquiries.
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions efficiently.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth service flow.
- Followed food safety protocols to maintain quality standards.
- Engaged customers in friendly conversation to enhance their experience.
- Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas.
- Managed morning rush of customers daily with efficient, levelheaded customer service.
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
- Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
Director of Photography
Hulu
Honolulu
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Led cinematography team in visual storytelling for original series production.
- Collaborated with directors to establish shot composition and lighting design.
- Managed camera equipment selection and maintenance for high-quality footage.
- Coordinated with post-production teams to ensure visual consistency across episodes.
- Oversaw shooting schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Developed innovative techniques to enhance visual aesthetics for diverse genres.
- Communicated with various departments to align creative vision and production goals.
- Setting up lighting rigs, adjusting light levels and choosing color gels as needed.
- Analyzing scripts to determine best angles for each scene or shot composition.
- Organizing and scheduling shoots, including casting of talent and crew.
Creative Director (internship)
Mountain View High school
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Led student creative projects, fostering artistic expression and collaboration.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to inspire creativity and critical thinking in students.
- Developed innovative concepts for marketing campaigns and brand strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive project execution.
- Directed creative teams in producing engaging visual content across platforms.
- Managed project timelines and budgets to align with company goals.
- Led creative team meetings to share ideas and bring actionable plans to fruition.
Assistant Director
Making Music Matter foundation
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Led student creative projects, fostering artistic expression and collaboration.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to inspire creativity and critical thinking in students.
- Coordinated art shows, showcasing student work to the community and parents.
- Assisted in lesson preparation and organization of teaching materials.
- Supported classroom activities and engaged students in music learning.
- Coordinated instrument distribution and maintenance for student use.
- Facilitated group practice sessions to enhance collaboration among students.
- Collaborated with the lead teacher to develop lesson plans and curriculum.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students struggling with musical concepts.
- Organized musical events and performances to showcase student progress.
- Organized special events, school concerts, music competitions and music examinations.
- Formulated and implemented effective lesson plans focusing on principles of music, musicianship, music theory, and history.
- Mentored individual students by taking creative approach.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts to support various foundation events and activities.
- Developed and implemented community outreach initiatives for music education programs.
Education
Diploma -
ACP Highschool
11-2022
HighSchool -
Mountain View HighSchool
05.2022
Highschool -
Liberty Highschool
05.2021
Skills
- Professional demeanor
- Memorization skills
- Creative
- Exceptional communicator
- Enthusiastic
- Good manual dexterity
- Coffee preparation
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Culinary techniques
- Team collaboration
- Order processing
- Food preparation
- Baking techniques
- Food safety compliance
- Oven operation
- Quality control
- Communication skills
- Classroom management
- Adaptability in teaching
- Stress management
- Team player
- Cleanliness standards
- Manual dexterity
- Physical stamina
- Scene collaboration
- Background activity support
- Acting techniques
- Project management
- Team coordination
- Effective communication
- Customer engagement
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Adaptable teaching
- Accepts direction and coaching graciously
- YouTube content
- Camera operation
- Lighting design
- Shot composition
- Visual storytelling
- Advanced video editing
- Equipment maintenance
- Creative collaboration
- Motion graphics
- Software proficiency
- Cinematography techniques
- Content creation
- Industry knowledge
- Color grading
- Adobe premiere pro
- Visual effects
References
Charles Maguire, Boss and Director, 205-292-1068
Awards
- Superiority Grade - Conservatory Program
Timeline
Actor
Netflix
06.2025 - 06.2025
Baker
Panera Bread
09.2023 - 09.2024
Director of Photography
Hulu
05.2023 - 05.2023
Barista
Bosa Donuts
05.2023 - 08.2023
Music Teacher
Self Employed Services
01.2022 - 01.2024
Creative Director (internship)
Mountain View High school
08.2021 - 05.2022
Assistant Director
Making Music Matter foundation
01.2019 - 07.2020
Diploma -
ACP Highschool
HighSchool -
Mountain View HighSchool
Highschool -
Liberty Highschool