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Eric Sprague

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Carolina Film Association, UNC CH

Director, Cinematographer "Hard Pills to Swallow”
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Engaged with the actors on blocking and the character development
  • Communicated with crew members to ensure effective role execution
  • Collaborated with the writer to adapt the screenplay

Communication Department, UNC CH

Director, Actor, Cameraman “Happy Birthday to Me”
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Delegated storyboard creation and shot lists to cinematographer for improved visual storytelling.
  • Co-developed narrative elements and characters with production team to ensure cohesion.
  • Scheduled writing sessions, storyboard reviews, and filming locations to adhere to project timelines.

Carolina Film Association, UNC CH

Lighting and Sound Designer “The Tulips”
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Lit scenes in alignment with director’s vision.
  • Adjusted boom mic and zoom recorder for optimal sound capture.
  • Ensured proper use of lavalier microphones for backup dialogue recording.

Carolina Film Association, UNC CH

Lighting Designer, Cameraman “How Does it Feel?”
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Consulted with director to define lighting requirements for scenes.
  • Collaborated with cinematographer to adjust exposure and color settings
  • Filmed scenes during cinematographer's absence to ensure schedule adherence.

Nexus 25, UNC CH

Lighting Designer "Type 1: A Love Story"
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Collaborated with director to create comprehensive lighting diagrams.
  • Developed various lighting setups, incorporating feedback from director.
  • Modified lighting design based on cinematographer’s specifications.

Carolina Film Association, UNC CH

Lighting and Sound Designer “Bloodsucker”
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Recorded unique sounds edited to enhance scene actions.
  • Skillfully lit night scenes for a natural visual effect.
  • Captured sound and lit unconventional environments

Carolina Film Association, UNC CH

Assistant and Behind the Scenes Cinematographer Dr
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Collaborated with director and cinematographer to create storyboards and shot lists.
  • Drew detailed storyboards for assigned scenes.
  • Planned shots integrating live action with animated components.

Nexus25

Lighting Designer “Mind Electric - Music Video”
  • Coordinated lighting design to align with characters’ emotions as directed.
  • Developed a dream-like atmosphere in response to director's vision.
  • Collaborated with performers to synchronize lighting effects with choreography.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC
05-2025

Skills

Screenwriting and script coverage

Storyboarding and video editing

Basic camera and sound operation

Lighting setups and audio production

Adobe Creative Cloud proficiency

Procreate and Gravity Sketch

Timeline

Nexus 25, UNC CH

Lighting Designer "Type 1: A Love Story"
01.2025 - 04.2025

Carolina Film Association, UNC CH

Director, Cinematographer "Hard Pills to Swallow”
08.2024 - 05.2025

Communication Department, UNC CH

Director, Actor, Cameraman “Happy Birthday to Me”
08.2024 - 05.2025

Carolina Film Association, UNC CH

Lighting and Sound Designer “The Tulips”
08.2024 - 05.2025

Carolina Film Association, UNC CH

Lighting Designer, Cameraman “How Does it Feel?”
08.2024 - 05.2025

Carolina Film Association, UNC CH

Lighting and Sound Designer “Bloodsucker”
08.2023 - 01.2024

Carolina Film Association, UNC CH

Assistant and Behind the Scenes Cinematographer Dr
08.2022 - 03.2023

Nexus25

Lighting Designer “Mind Electric - Music Video”

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Eric Sprague