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Dawson Henderson

Nacogdoches

Summary

Motivated BFA candidate in filmmaking with strong skills in team building, organization, and time management. Extensive experience in retail and feature film sets, providing a solid foundation for a lighting technician role. Proven ability to collaborate effectively and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines. Ready to contribute technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills to enhance production quality.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Morning Stocker

Aldis
Palestine
08.2025 - Current
  • Ensure product availability by stocking shelves efficiently.
  • Monitor expiration dates and removed outdated items promptly.
  • Conduct daily stock checks to maintain accurate inventory records.

Gaffer

SFA Summer Feature
Nacogdoches
05.2025 - 07.2025
  • Managed lighting department operations and communications to enhance workflow efficiency.
  • Collaborated with Director of Photography and Key Grip to align project objectives.
  • Executed timely lighting setups for various productions, ensuring seamless transitions.
  • Established safer work environment by overseeing electrical and lighting equipment handling.

Cashier

Gimme's
Appleby
10.2024 - 05.2025
  • Independently opened and closed store, ensuring complete operational readiness.
  • Served food to customers.
  • Managed two front cash registers.
  • Maintained gas pumps and convenience store to uphold cleanliness and functionality.

Boom Operator

SFA Summer Feature
Nacogdoches
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Operated boom microphone on set to capture optimal audio quality.
  • Maintained and enhanced knowledge of audio equipment for efficient operation.
  • Facilitated communication and collaboration with departments to achieve superior sound results.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film

Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Mabank High School
Mabank
05.2022

Skills

  • Technical proficiency in lighting and electricity
  • Customer vision retrieval
  • Leadership and collaboration
  • Task efficiency
  • Communication through hierarchy
  • Active listening

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Morning Stocker

Aldis
08.2025 - Current

Gaffer

SFA Summer Feature
05.2025 - 07.2025

Cashier

Gimme's
10.2024 - 05.2025

Boom Operator

SFA Summer Feature
06.2024 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film

Stephen F. Austin State University

High School Diploma -

Mabank High School

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