Jacob Blue
Towson,MD
Summary
A results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality film and video work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving production goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Producer
TU Student Film: "The Smoky Mountains"
Towson , MD
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Coordinated the selection of locations, crew, equipment, props, and other resources needed for each project.
- Oversaw daily operations on set, including scheduling, problem-solving, budget tracking, and creative decisions.
- Collaborated with the director, designers, cinematographer, editor, and other creatives throughout the production process.
- Created detailed call sheets and ensured all talent and crew were informed of set expectations.
- Identified potential risks associated with certain productions before commencement.
- Managed production schedules, adjusting timelines and resources as necessary.
- Conducted script analysis and revisions in collaboration with the director.
- Managed crises, resolving issues promptly to minimize the impact on production.
- Remained composed, polished, and highly productive, even during extreme stress to achieve optimal results.
Gaffer
TU Student Films: "The Smoky Mountains"
Towson, MD
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with the Director of Photography to create a lighting plan for each scene.
- Organized and maintained all lighting equipment, including cables, power distribution systems, light fixtures, and other accessories.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed when handling electrical equipment on set.
- Set up and operated lights for outdoor scenes following the production's requirements.
- Determined optimal placement of lights to achieve desired effects.
- Transported, set up, and dismantled all lighting gear between locations as needed.
- Efficiently coordinated multiple tasks at once without compromising quality.
- Analyzed sets to identify potential challenges and made necessary changes to angles and lighting.
Gaffer
TU Short Film: "Fear of Stairs"
Towson, MD
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Set up and operate lighting equipment to ensure desired effects are achieved.
- Organize and maintain grip equipment, including flags, nets, gobos, stands, and cables.
- Securely attach flags, cutters, and other devices onto the camera dolly track system during shoots.
- Assemble large reflectors outdoors to direct sunlight onto sets or actors' faces.
- Followed lighting design plans to properly execute brightness, color, and mood.
- Disassembled and stored equipment after performances.
- Attached colored filters or image patterns onto lighting fixtures to modify the ambiance.
Key Grip
TU Student Film: "Left Alone"
Towson , MD
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Maintained an inventory of grip supplies such as gels, sandbags, and clamps.
- Organized lighting equipment for upcoming scenes and shot lists.
- Safely and accurately assembled dollies, tracks, rigs, and other equipment.
- Supervised a crew of grips in setting up dolly tracks and other production equipment on location sets.
- Helped prepare sets and set up equipment for filming.
- Completed setup, rigging, and equipment mounting based on project conditions.
- Positioned and adjusted flags, nets, silks, and diffusion materials during filming sessions to control light intensity or color temperature.
- Scouted the location to determine filming and lighting needs.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Film And Video Production
Towson University
Baltimore, MD12-2024
Skills
- Audition coordination
- Lighting techniques
- Social media promotion
- Scriptwriting
- Film Directing
- Production management
- Set design
- Location scouting
Timeline
Gaffer
TU Short Film: "Fear of Stairs"
04.2024 - 04.2024
Producer
TU Student Film: "The Smoky Mountains"
02.2024 - 07.2024
Gaffer
TU Student Films: "The Smoky Mountains"
02.2024 - 07.2024
Key Grip
TU Student Film: "Left Alone"
11.2023 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Film And Video Production
Towson University
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