Daniel Hardy
Kingston,NY
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong work ethic and a proven track record of consistently delivering polished work (scripts/videos/articles) under tight deadlines, either alone or as part of a team. Experience as a fixer/mentor, both with professionals in the film industry and aspiring screenwriters, through collaborative brainstorming, editing and guidance. Skilled with creative digital tools (visual & audio) and multilingual communication/interpreting/translation (French, Italian, Croatian, Spanish). A detail-oriented, creative problem-solver, capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously with a high level of quality within a range of set guidelines.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Screenwriter
WB, Universal, Fox, Range Media, SF Studios, Pulse
01.2009 - Current
- Completed over 20 commissioned screenplays for major studios (WB, Universal, Fox) and film companies (Range, Pulse, SF Studios).
- Head Writer for a major TV series' writers' room, working with 4 other writers to create a full season of high quality episodes.
- Pitched original concepts to secure funding for multiple projects.
- Adapted novels, articles, and other source material into screenplays.
- Conducted extensive research to ensure accurate representation of historical events and cultural nuances in screenplay content.
- Mentored aspiring screenwriters, providing guidance on industry standards and best practices for successful script development.
- Collaborated with directors and producers through multiple revisions, refining dialogue and action sequences for maximum effect.
Script Editor
Multiple Clients
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Collaborated with 7 writers on multiple projects to improve structure, clarify characters, enhance themes, and sharpen dialogue.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, with multiple writers.
- Edited scripts to improve readability, clarity and impact, to ensure professional level of screenplay quality.
Video Podcaster/Film Critic/Curator
Black Book Magazine, Pajiba, Etc
09.2012 - 05.2015
- Creative force behind Weekly box office/film news blog `Movie League' for famous directors, actors, producers, writers and film critics in the industry.
- Published numerous film reviews/articles for well-known film websites.
- Filmed weekly Video Review Segments for Black Book Magazine.
- Curated program for outdoor film festival (Byron Bay, Australia)
Cook
Zen Mountain Monastery
09.2005 - 12.2006
- Cooked three meals a day for all monastics, residents, visitors and workshop attendees. (40 pp weekdays, 150 pp weekends)
- Created weekly menu, ordered products from local farms, personally shopped for all ingredients.
- Managed a clean, ordered, silent kitchen, working and instructing in accordance with Zen Buddhist Practice.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Bartender/Head Waiter/Resident DJ
Giobatta, Lucky Strike, Carmaya
09.1997 - 12.2005
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film & Drama
Reading University
United KingdomSkills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Collaborative mindset
- Problem Solving
- Idea Brainstorming
- Clear Communication Skills
- A/V skills (Film & Theater)
- Voice-Over/Podcasting
- Video Editing (DaVinci Resolve)
- Final Draft, Google Docs & Sheets
- Carpentry & Painting
- Mentorship/Teaching
Accomplishments
- 3 times nominated on The Brit List for the UK's best un-produced screenplays (`Traveler', `The Rapture', `The Trail'.)
- `The Escapist' nominated for Best Film, Irish Film Awards, 2009.
Languages
Croatian
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Script Editor
Multiple Clients
01.2024 - 04.2024
Video Podcaster/Film Critic/Curator
Black Book Magazine, Pajiba, Etc
09.2012 - 05.2015
Screenwriter
WB, Universal, Fox, Range Media, SF Studios, Pulse
01.2009 - Current
Cook
Zen Mountain Monastery
09.2005 - 12.2006
Bartender/Head Waiter/Resident DJ
Giobatta, Lucky Strike, Carmaya
09.1997 - 12.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Film & Drama
Reading University
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