Donovan Decano
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
An Honors Film Production student eager to contribute to the influx of diverse minds breaking the ceiling of the film industry. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level film industry position. Ready to help team achieve creative goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Post Production Assistant
LMU School, Television
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitates booking/scheduling of edit suites on both Westchester and Playa Vista campuses.
- Provides technical support for students using editing suites.
- Creates digital media displayed in the lobby of Comm Arts building.
Independent Filmmaker
03.2020 - Current
- Wrote, shot, & edited 20+ productions posted on various platforms ranging from documentary to comedy to experimental
- Currently producing, directing, and acting in a 7-episode online series in collaboration with fellow film students.
Cashier
CA12 Buffalo Exchange
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Facilitated sales and operations of a second hand clothing boutique.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Processed items of clothing for sale.
- Operated POS cash register for customers buying and selling clothing.
Student Productions
LMU School Of Film And Television
09.2022 - Current
- 200+ hours fulfilling roles such as 2nd AD, 2nd AC, and boom operator for various LMU graduate and undergraduate thesis productions.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
NYU Tisch Online Filmmaker's Program
Tisch School Of The Arts
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Summer online program giving high-schoolers chance to collaborate and make films under NYU staff guidance, Final film featured on Tisch's website, LMU School of Film and Television.
Director/Editor/Producer
Servite TV, Servite High School
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Lead the production and editing of school-wide news program.
- Created comedic segments and facilitated faculty and student interviews.
Prior
Priory Student Body Leadership Program
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Instructed, planned, and taught 25+ leadership courses to three different classes of 30 freshmen.
- Responsible for preparing 1-hour lesson plans weekly consisting of team-building activities, habit building, and leadership qualities & characteristics.
Education
Bachelors - Film & Television Production
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA05.2026
High School Diploma -
Servite High School
Anaheim, CA06.2022
Skills
- Screenwriting
- Customer Service
- Planning Adaptability
- Mentorship
- Time Management
- Accepting/Providing Feedback
- Programs: Google Drive Suite, DaVinci Resolve (Beginner)
Timeline
Cashier
CA12 Buffalo Exchange
05.2023 - 08.2023
Student Productions
LMU School Of Film And Television
09.2022 - Current
Post Production Assistant
LMU School, Television
08.2022 - Current
NYU Tisch Online Filmmaker's Program
Tisch School Of The Arts
06.2021 - 08.2021
Independent Filmmaker
03.2020 - Current
Director/Editor/Producer
Servite TV, Servite High School
08.2019 - 06.2022
Prior
Priory Student Body Leadership Program
08.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelors - Film & Television Production
Loyola Marymount University
High School Diploma -
Servite High School
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