Brianna Vargas
Miami,United States
Summary
I am a versatile and innovative filmmaker with a background in creative direction, production assisting, and screenwriting. I also enjoy assisting in set design. With about 4 years of hands-on experience from my years in college in the creative stages of production, I bring a unique blend of creativity and technical expertise to every project. Skilled in conceptualizing and executing visual narratives, assisting in putting together immersive sets, and ensuring smooth production workflows. Passionate about crafting compelling stories through strong visual aesthetics and dynamic storytelling. I enjoy collaborating with directors, producers, and production team to ensure a smooth and successful production. I offer a unique blend of creativity and dedication in visual storytelling, with strong desire to learn and develop in dynamic environment. I am eager to be expanded through more hands-on experience.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Short Film Director
Miami Dade College - North Campus
- Wrote scripts by creating stories and dialogue for films to establish plots and characters.
- Selected music tracks and collaborated with composers to create emotionally resonant scores for each short film project.
- Coordinated schedules among various departments throughout the filming process, resulting in efficient workflows and timely completion of projects.
- Led pre-production efforts, including casting, location scouting, and crew hiring, resulting in well-organized film shoots.
- Developed unique visual styles for each short film project by collaborating closely with cinematographers and production designers.
- Worked closely with editors during post-production to achieve desired vision for each short film, ultimately creating cohesive final products.
- Fostered positive work environments on set by maintaining open communication with cast and crew members, leading to consistently smooth productions.
- Approved decoration and furnishing for sets to create desired visual styles.
- Managed client contact, shoot scheduling and product deliveries.
- Approved designs for actors to create stylist wardrobes suited to each film.
- Utilized lighting, camera angles and movement to create visual styles of films.
- Directed actors and crews to create vision for films and bring scripts to life.
- Used dialogue, sound effects and music to create soundscapes for films.
- Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives.
- Conducted meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to attain production objectives.
Film Student
Miami Dade College - North Campus
- Conducted film editing and post-processing actions for class assignments.
- Assisted with development of stories for film projects.
- Performed diverse administrative tasks in support of production team.
- Purchased supplies, food, props and equipment for production use.
- Scheduled shoots, set up for filming and assisted with implementing logistics.
- Distributed contracts and scripts to cast, crew and other associated parties.
- Reviewed scripts and completed script coverage.
- Continuously sought feedback from peers and mentors to refine filmmaking skills and improve future productions further.
- Gained hands-on experience with various film equipment, enhancing technical skills across multiple facets of production.
- Conducted thorough research for script development, ensuring authenticity and accuracy in storytelling elements.
- Strengthened public speaking abilities through regular presentations of film concepts to classmates and professors alike.
- Improved team collaboration on set by implementing efficient communication methods during filming.
Director of Photography
Miami Dade College - North Campus
- Ensured consistent visual storytelling across multiple platforms by developing comprehensive style guides for video content creation.
- Implemented innovative filming approaches that pushed the boundaries of traditional cinematography techniques for unique visual experiences.
- Collaborated with directors to develop storyboards and shot lists, ensuring seamless capture of key moments in the narrative.
- Collaborated with production team, consulted on set design, layout and lighting for optimal effect.
- Maximized creative potential through skillful use of composition, framing, and camera movement, resulting in dynamic visuals.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, working closely with them to establish project goals and deliver high-quality results.
Script Supervisor
Miami Dade College - North Campus
- Read scripts to double check for continuity.
- Watched scenes before and after post-production to check for continuity and script adherence.
- Wrote reports on previous days productivity and complied paperwork for post-production.
- Collaborated with directors to create and maintain consistent visual style across all projects.
- Facilitated smooth production workflow by promptly distributing updated scripts and information to cast and crew members as needed.
- Enhanced script continuity by meticulously tracking scene details and ensuring consistency throughout production.
- Prevented costly errors in post-production by diligently verifying that all scripted elements were accurately captured during filming.
Film Crew Member
Miami Dade College - North Campus
- Participated in pre-production planning such as scheduling, shot listing, and location scouting.
- Boosted team morale by fostering a positive work atmosphere among film crew members across various departments.
- Assisted in achieving a seamless filming process by preparing sets according to director''s vision and requirements.
- Floated between departments to assess needs and manage small tasks as assigned.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Streamlined communication between crew members by utilizing walkie-talkies and other efficient communication tools.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down of props and fabrications.
- Collaborated closely with directors, producers, actors, and other crew members for a cohesive working environment on set.
- Accurately read, understood and carried out written instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Film Production And Technology
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL04.2024
Associate of Science - Film Production And Technology
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL04.2022
High School Diploma -
Miami Senior High School
Miami, FL06.2019
Skills
- Project Management
- Directing experience
- Creative Strategies
- Fast Learner
- Creative vision
- Visual storytelling
- Pitching ideas
- Character development
- Scene blocking
- Shot composition
- Social media promotion
- Film production
- Production Assisting
- Script Supervising
- Assisting with Production Design
- Scriptwriting
- Collaborative teamwork
Certification
Adobe Premier Pro Certification
Film Production and Technology Certification
Additional Information
I am hardworking, strong willed, and enjoy meeting and working with others. I thrive off of learning new things and gaining more knowledge about stuff I am passionate about.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Associate of Science - Film Production And Technology
Miami Dade College
High School Diploma -
Miami Senior High School
Adobe Premier Pro Certification
Film Production and Technology Certification
Short Film Director
Miami Dade College - North Campus
Film Student
Miami Dade College - North Campus
Director of Photography
Miami Dade College - North Campus
Script Supervisor
Miami Dade College - North Campus
Film Crew Member
Miami Dade College - North Campus
Bachelor of Science - Film Production And Technology
Miami Dade College
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