Douglas Detwiler
Ft. Worth,TX
Summary
I'm a dedicated filmmaker with over ten years experience with specializations in graphic design, photography, and film production. I pride myself at meeting internal and external deadlines and adapting on the fly in stressful situations. I've served on multiple positions in films including documentaries, music videos, shorts, and features.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Screenwriter
Spider Circle Films
01.2023 - Current
- Screenwriter - Feature Film "Way Down Deep"
- Researched topics and ideas for screenplays.
- Followed up with production companies on script processing.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating and authentic approach.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
Production Assistant
180 Studios
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Feature Film Documentary "To The Moon And Back."
- Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies to coordinated production activities.
- Assisted director with planning and completing film shots and B roll footage.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
Craft Services
Drive Studios
12.2022 - 12.2022
- Short Film "Jules"
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues.
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
Production Assistant
Kinogo Pictures
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Feature film "Open House."
- Assisted in the following departments: Camera, G&E, Production, Craft Services.
- Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies to coordinated production activities.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
Production Assistant
Drive Studios
09.2022 - 09.2022
- Music Video - Jackson Wang "Come Alive"
- Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
- Interacted positively with actors and actresses when escorting to and from trailers during filming.
- Assisted director with planning and completing film shots and B roll footage.
Production Assistant
Muscular Puppy Films
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Feature Film "Tonic"
- Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Supported current production needs by moving items between equipment, conveyors and staging areas.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
- Realigned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as materials shortages and evolving designs.
Screenwriter
Muscular Puppy Films
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Screenwriter - Feature Film "57" based on the true story of federal agent Victor Avila.
- Researched topics and ideas for screenplays.
- Storyboarded screenplays and scripts based on production ideas.
- Edited screenplays based on executive feedback.
- Followed up with production companies on script processing.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
Screenwriter
Fantastic Perspective Studios
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Screenwriter - "Level Land" television show
- Researched topics and ideas for screenplays.
- Storyboarded screenplays and scripts based on production ideas.
- Edited screenplays based on executive feedback.
- Followed up with production companies on script processing.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
Education
B.F.A. - Film/Video
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.2014
Skills
- Copy Changes
- Draft Development
- Production Processes
- Google Drive
- Originality and Creativity
- English Language Structure
- Adobe Systems Software
- Grammar Comprehension
- Script Formatting
- Story Development
- Editorial Calendaring
- Editing and Rewriting
Timeline
Screenwriter
Spider Circle Films
01.2023 - Current
Craft Services
Drive Studios
12.2022 - 12.2022
Production Assistant
180 Studios
10.2022 - 01.2023
Production Assistant
Kinogo Pictures
10.2022 - 12.2022
Production Assistant
Drive Studios
09.2022 - 09.2022
Production Assistant
Muscular Puppy Films
07.2022 - 08.2022
Screenwriter
Muscular Puppy Films
06.2021 - 08.2022
Screenwriter
Fantastic Perspective Studios
07.2020 - 02.2022
B.F.A. - Film/Video
The University of Texas At Arlington