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Work History
Education
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Creative Highlights
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Dream Drummer

Dream Drummer

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic filmmaker and recent DePaul University graduate with a passion for storytelling and a proven track record in directing and scriptwriting. Recognized for winning regional awards in filmmaking and acting at NAACP ACT-SO. Skilled in effective communication and creative collaboration, I thrive in fast-paced environments, delivering high-quality productions that resonate with audiences. I am always ready to learn and grow into the best me I can be. I am proud, loud, and I will be something great; that's my vow.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Filmmaker

DePaul University Student
Chicago, IL
09.2021 - 06.2025
  • I am a recent graduate from DePaul University, completing with a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television.
  • Worked on various student projects in varying capacities.
  • Actress, director, editor, screenwriter, cinematographer, script supervisor, assistant director, and crew.
  • Developed scripts and storyboards for various film projects.
  • Provided technical support on set when needed.
  • Worked closely with cinematographers to capture desired shots.
  • Facilitated communication between producers, directors, writers, editors.
  • Operated cameras and other filming equipment to capture high-quality footage.
  • Directed actors and crew on set, providing clear guidance to achieve the desired artistic vision.
  • Wrote, revised, and finalized scripts, ensuring adherence to budgetary and creative constraints.
  • Stayed calm and polished at all times, even during moments of extreme stress or when dealing with difficult personalities, to accomplish professional goals.

Online Sales Associate

Cutco Kitchen Cutlery
Arlington, TX
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Assisted customers in navigating website, locating products, and completing purchases online.
  • Provided product recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss strategies for improving online sales performance.
  • Worked with multiple internal and external resources, taking ownership in achieving digital marketing and revenue goals.
  • Prospected and developed existing leads through telephone, e-mail and postal mail to generate new customer opportunities.

Student Critic

Goodman Theatre
Chicago, IL
09.2018 - 06.2021
  • I watched various Goodman Theatre plays and wrote critiques on them.
  • I learned how to be a stronger writer.
  • Worked with Goodman Theatre artists, workers, and others in a professional setting

Student Ambassador

Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Chicago, IL
08.2018 - 06.2021
  • Part of the Steppenwolf Theatre Young Adult Council from 2018 to 2021.
  • Learned about the behind-the-scenes work that went into theatre, from the artistic to the financial standpoint.
  • Worked with the Steppenwolf Theatre actors' ensemble, artists from around the city, and many others in a professional degree.

Competitor

NAACP ACT - SO
Chicago, IL
09.2020 - 05.2021
  • Competitor in the NAACP ACT-SO 2020-2021 program.
  • Competed in the Filmmaking, Screenwriting, and Acting sections.
  • Won regionals for filmmaking and acting, and won silver in both for nationals.

Actress

Chicago Youth Shakespeare
Chicago, IL
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Actress in the Chicago Youth Shakespeare 2021 play, Richard the Third.
  • Played numerous roles in the play.
  • Worked with other artist in the Chicagoland area for the play

Voice Actor

Family Bridges Company
Chicago, IL
09.2015 - 03.2018
  • Child voice actor for a podcast called, "The Struggle Is Real."
  • Podcast to help millennial parents navigate parenting.
  • Voiced various roles, ranging from ages 10 to 16.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production

DePaul University
Chicago, IL
06-2025

Skills

  • Actress
  • Video editing
  • Scriptwriting
  • Cinematography
  • Film production
  • Voice Actor
  • Director
  • Assistant Director
  • Improvisation
  • Singing
  • Dancing
  • Ice Skating/ Roller Blading
  • Script interpretation
  • Public speaking
  • Creative collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Collaborative teamwork

Creative Highlights

  • Theater-trained Actress (est. 2015)
  • Film-trained since (est. 2017)
  • Extensive studies and application directing (est. 2018)
  • Extensive studies and application in Adobe Premiere Pro (est. 2018)
  • Extensive studies and application cinematographer (est. 2021)
  • Extensive studies and application screenwriting (est. 2022)

Affiliations

  • Volunteering at Local Church (est. 2016 - now)
  • Volunteering at Feed my Starving Children (est. 2016-2019)
  • Volunteering at Loaves and Fishes (est. 2016 - 2019)
  • Student Ambassador for Black Student Leadership Association (est. 2017 - 2019)
  • Girls on the Run (est. 2012 - 2016)

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Filmmaker

DePaul University Student
09.2021 - 06.2025

Online Sales Associate

Cutco Kitchen Cutlery
08.2021 - 12.2021

Actress

Chicago Youth Shakespeare
01.2021 - 04.2021

Competitor

NAACP ACT - SO
09.2020 - 05.2021

Student Critic

Goodman Theatre
09.2018 - 06.2021

Student Ambassador

Steppenwolf Theatre Company
08.2018 - 06.2021

Voice Actor

Family Bridges Company
09.2015 - 03.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video Production

DePaul University

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