Emily Pulcastro
Savannah,GA
Summary
Thoughtful and creative writer and director with a focus on immersive experience and stories. Collaborative writer with the ability to write for a wide range of platforms such as for themed entertainment, film, TV, oodcasts, books, games, and VR experiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Show Writer Intern
Universal Creative
01.2024 - Current
- Provided creative thinking in brainstorming and ideation sessions
- Assisted with drafting written story treatments and scripts.
- Worked alongside various other creative disciplines to infuse story into interactive and immersive experiences for guests.
- Edited existing documentation
- Complied and created story reference guides
- Completed thorough research on assigned topics
- Worked with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Worked with High Profile IP
Film Teachers Assistant
SOCAPA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Helped students successfully conveyed story through compelling long- and short-form videos.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
Writer's Room
Point Park University
09.2018 - 06.2022
- Edited screenplays based on executive feedback.
- Formatted screenplays into usable scripts.
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Composed original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by supervisor, editor or publisher.
- Consulted with editors to shape story and eliminate any errors.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients
- Experience with Final Draft
- Participation in brainstorming sessions
Cinema Arts Apprenticeship
Point Park Cinema Arts Department
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Applied current editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
- Produced original, creative content for promotional advertisements and marketing materials.
- Posted regularly on blog and other social media outlets to increase retention, acquisition rates and levels of engagement with blog.
- Created 5 different BTS videos used for marketing tools
- Ability to work alone and on a team
Disney College Program
The Walt Disney Company
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Enhanced customer service based on feedback from guests.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Maximized customer service and satisfaction by providing directions to visitors regarding requested locations, events and landmarks.
- Cleaned up and assisted hundreds of guests at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Additional Crew Positions
Point Park Cinema Arts
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Assistant Camera on 7 short film productions
- Production Assistant work on over 20 short film productions
- Behind The Scenes photographer/videographer for Behind The Scenes of 10 productions
- Screenwriter of Short Films in various genres and lengths
- Improved set operations through consistent hard work and dedication
Photographer/Videographer
Party On Butler
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Produced original video content by working collaboratively with producers, designers and art specialists to facilitate multimedia production.
- Set up for shots according to production schedules, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Used Adobe Premier to edit footage into correct order and add effects.
- Changed camera attachments based on specific shot requirements and environmental conditions.
- Anticipated design issues and proved to be proactive in developing effective solutions.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Dramatic Writing
Savannah College of Art And Design
Savannah, GA03.2025
BFA - Cinema Production
Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2022
High School Diploma -
Mount Lebanon High School
Pittsburgh, PA05.2018
Skills
- Document Editing
- Idea Brainstorming
- Creative Collaboration
- Project Management
- Content Creation
- Content Development
- Content Editing
- Multimedia Writing
- Creative Writing
- Research
Websites
References
Immersive Experiences Professor: Abigail Taylor-Sansom
Email: asansom@scad.edu
Point Park Professor/Cinema Apprentice Mentor: Hanjin Park
Phone: (412) 758-5312
Email: hpark@pointpark.edu
General Manager AMC Theaters: Mary Kate Young
Phone: (405) 922-3402
Email: mk.young@mac.com
Derek Stuckert
Phone: (713) 416-6621
Email: derek@socapa.org
Timeline
Show Writer Intern
Universal Creative
01.2024 - Current
Film Teachers Assistant
SOCAPA
06.2023 - 08.2023
Cinema Arts Apprenticeship
Point Park Cinema Arts Department
02.2022 - 05.2022
Photographer/Videographer
Party On Butler
02.2022 - 10.2022
Disney College Program
The Walt Disney Company
06.2021 - 09.2021
Writer's Room
Point Park University
09.2018 - 06.2022
Additional Crew Positions
Point Park Cinema Arts
08.2018 - 12.2021
Master of Arts - Dramatic Writing
Savannah College of Art And Design
BFA - Cinema Production
Point Park University
High School Diploma -
Mount Lebanon High School
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