Sean Pedersen
Production Assistant
2 Adrian Avenue Apt.51C, Bronx,NY
Summary
Skilled Videographer with 8 years of experience. Sets up and operates equipment, edits final videos and adds effects. Well-organized with disciplined approach and good time management skills. Enthusiastic about developing and realizing cohesive vision with each project.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance Videographer
Chelsea Music Hall
New York, NY
07.2021 - Current
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Collaborated with team members to develop content and message of over ten hours of footage.
- Established and adhered to detailed production schedules for four projects.
- Set up technical details, lighting and sound of shots.
Assistant Director of Photography
Queen Anne Productions
Lansdale, PA
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Managed and directed external and freelance photographers to deliver on-location photo projects.
- Executed high-quality photographic assignments and research resulting in impactful print layouts and strong digital builds.
- Researched current technology trends to acquire better images.
- Collaborated with production team, consulted on set design, layout and lighting for optimal effect.
- Anticipated design issues and proved to be proactive in developing effective solutions.
Best Boy
Rebel Road
White Plains, NY
10.2021 - 10.2021
- Calculated proper lighting, shutter angles, camera distances and shot factors.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Set up lighting and sound details for two locations
Production Assistant
Mama D's Sneaky Speakeasy
New York, NY
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Assisted in production and achieved stunning results for visual effects
- Maintained maximum organization and productivity by properly sorting project components on work tables.
- Reviewed production specifications to verify accurate weights and measurements prior to shooting.
- Set up lighting and audio for on-site and on-location filming, recorded footage and resolved technical issues.
- Interacted with directors, producers and talent while remaining focused and professional at all times.
Event Tech Associate
Strand Book Store
New York, NY
05.2019 - 06.2021
- Performed mechanical alignments and calibration of audio/visual equipment to quality standards.
- Determined maintenance requirements and assigned repairs to qualified employees.
- Implemented, configured and optimized safety standards.
- Executed diagnostics, troubleshooting and evaluations on audio/visual equipment.
- Used consultative sales approach to understand customer needs and recommend relevant offerings.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
Corporate Sponsorship Liaison
SFSU Film Finals
San Francisco, CA
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Prepared for public relations presentations and plans by gathering information on business objectives, vision, brand strategy, competition and industry trends.
- Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image.
- Created unified messaging of public relations efforts in conjunction with advertising campaigns by working closely with marketing peers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA 09.2014 - 05.2018
Skills
Directing experience
Setting up equipment
Post-production expertise
Pre-Production Planning
Customer Service
Teamwork and Collaboration
Light rigs
Camera maintenance
Camera rig construction
Set tear down
Gear inventory management
Timeline
Best Boy
Rebel Road
10.2021 - 10.2021
Freelance Videographer
Chelsea Music Hall
07.2021 - Current
Assistant Director of Photography
Queen Anne Productions
06.2021 - 11.2021
Production Assistant
Mama D's Sneaky Speakeasy
05.2021 - 06.2021
Event Tech Associate
Strand Book Store
05.2019 - 06.2021
Corporate Sponsorship Liaison
SFSU Film Finals
01.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema
San Francisco State University
09.2014 - 05.2018